Chilly Return To Almost-Normal Life
It was more than a little chilly but patrons at Wondai’s markets were keen to enjoy a small return to “almost-normal” life on Saturday morning.
‘Cherbourg Is Ready!’
There’s been huge sacrifices made by local residents in a bid to keep COVID-19 out of Cherbourg. But what if the worst did happen and there were positive cases identified?
Emergency Help For Shoppers
Shoppers in Kingaroy’s Markwell Street area should feel a little bit safer thanks to a generous donation to the community by Anderssons Fruit Market.
$800,000 Boost For Recycling Centre
Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council will receive just over $800,000 from the State Government to develop the next stage of its recycling centre.
Wondai Markets Ready For Action
It’s a small step along the pathway back to normal life … but the Wondai Markets say they will be back in action this weekend!
Video Spotlights South Burnett
South Burnett food and tourism businesses will be eager to welcome back visitors once COVID-19 pandemic restrictions have been lifted.
Study Maps COVID-19 Risks
A new study has found that Wondai residents would be at the greatest risk of suffering severe symptoms if the South Burnett had an explosion of COVID-19 cases.
Playgrounds, Parks To Reopen
South Burnett Regional Council will begin a staged reopening of facilities this weekend.
Tree Snaps In Main Street
Luckily no one was injured when a large tree fell suddenly in Murgon’s main street on Monday afternoon.
Councillors Vote To Lift Expenses
South Burnett councillors have voted to increase their weekly fuel subsidies by 23 per cent and meal allowances by 42 per cent.
Virus Helps Solve Rail Trail Puzzle
COVID-19 restrictions may have kept tourists out of the South Burnett, but the lockdown has turned out to be an unexpected winner for the South Burnett Rail Trail.
$19,000 Boost For Community Groups
Eleven community groups will share $19,314 in the latest round of the South Burnett Regional Council’s Community Grants Program.
‘Be Grateful For The Little Things’
Former Nanango MP Dorothy “Dolly” Pratt and husband Tony were hoping to visit “all the places you dream about” on their six-week cruise … but then along came the pandemic, closed ports, ukeleles and quarantine.
South Burnett Switches On To Zoom
South Burnett groups have been keen to embrace video conferencing to beat COVID-19 isolation and keep their networks intact.
Last Blade Locked In At Coopers Gap
The Coopers Gap wind farm project has passed a major milestone with the completion of construction of the final turbine.
SBRC Unveils New Council Roles
Some major changes in portfolio responsibilities were announced at South Burnett Regional Council’s meeting on Wednesday.
Dams To Reopen
Bjelke-Petersen and Boondooma Dam recreation areas will re-open for day use this weekend.
Lest We Forget … And We Didn’t!
The Last Post sounded in almost empty streets, candles were lit in driveways … Anzac Day 2020 was definitely different but the South Burnett made sure the sacrifices of Australia’s servicemen and women were remembered.
Help Our Fire Crews Help You
With another severe bushfire season looming, local firefighters are urging property owners to do some simple things that will help fire crews in an emergency.
Kingaroy’s Radio Rentals To Close
The South Burnett’s Radio Rentals outlet in Kingaroy is one of the business casualties of the COVID-19 pandemic.
