Council To Discuss Scaled-Back Plans
The Kingaroy Transformation Project and significant changes to the region’s planning scheme may have put an end to a developer’s hopes of building a “big box” retail park on the outskirts of Kingaroy.
Footy Day Kicks A Positive Goal
A fun day of touch football at T.J. O’Neill Oval last Friday was the culmination of a special rugby league skills development program in local schools which also aimed to spread a positive message: “Booze You Lose”.
Solos Take Over Showgrounds
Blackbutt Showgrounds has become the latest South Burnett tourist hotspot thanks to a week-long visit by 349 motorhomes and caravans.
Cattle Star At Proston Show
The annual Proston Show was one of the few local shows to go ahead in 2020 and organisers weren’t going to allow COVID-19 rules and regulations to stop it going ahead in 2021.
Local Heroes Reign On Track
Speedway was back on the track in Kingaroy on Saturday with a spectacular autumn night of action.
D’Ath Responds To Hospital Queries
Health Minister Yvette D’Ath has responded to letters from local MP Deb Frecklington in regards to flooding and demolition work at the new Kingaroy Hospital, but questions about staffing levels still remain unanswered.
Art Lovers Spoiled For Choice
Art lovers had the choice of which gallery opening to attend on Friday night, when the two South Burnett Regional Council-owned galleries again scheduled their official openings on the same night.
Expo Shines A Light On Services
A special Expo which aimed to “fill in the gaps” in knowledge about what disability supports are available in the South Burnett was held at Kingaroy Showgrounds on Sunday morning.
Councillor To Defend Civil Complaint
A saga which has been played out for months across social media hit a Kingaroy courtroom for the first time on Friday morning.
Mayor Queries KTP Budget
South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto is seeking more information about the extra $2.8 million added to the Kingaroy Transformation Project’s budget late last year.
Mamma Mia … Here They Go Again!
Heads up for ABBA fans (and just about everyone else!) … tickets for the South Burnett Musical Comedy Society’s latest production – Mamma Mia!- are now on sale.
Kingaroy Agency Tops The State
Raine & Horne staff in Kingaroy are celebrating after notching up the most residential sales for the group in Queensland in 2020.
Brian’s Close Shave Changes Lives
Ever thought about going walkabout with scissors, razors and a barber’s chair? All packed into a special hairdressing salon on wheels?
Man Burnt In Gas Explosion
A man has been airlifted to hospital with critical burns following a gas explosion and fire at a house in Murgon on Sunday afternoon.
Three Grants To Ease Tough Times
Three South Burnett organisations will be smiling after the announcement of the latest round of “Tackling Tough Times Together” grants.
MP Quizzed Over Hospital Staff
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has quizzed the State Government over staffing levels at three South Burnett hospitals.
New Stage For Young Cricketers
The South Burnett’s young cricketers now have a special pitch to play on in Nanango, thanks to the support of Heritage Nanango Community Funding.
Cyclists Tempted To Take A Break
Cyclists using the Nanango link between the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and the South Burnett Rail Trail now have no excuse not to rest up and enjoy a break in Nanango.
Harry Dives Into Challenge
A Durong youngster is making a big splash in the world of fundraising after hearing about a toddler diagnosed with leukaemia.
Big Year Of League Ahead
The 2020 South Burnett Rugby League was predicted to be the best for years … that is until COVID-19 wrecked every carefully laid plan.
