Work Begins On $7.5m Expansion
Preliminary work has begun on a $7.5 million expansion by local food producer Proteco Oils on a greenfield site at the Taabinga Industrial Estate in Kingaroy.
Mood For Change Sweeps Councils
Results are starting to trickle in from Saturday’s local government elections in Queensland after “technical issues” prevented the Electoral Commission of Queensland from updating its website until late last night.
Who Will You Be Choosing?
Who will be leading the South Burnett on Monday? It’s all up to you!
Book Fest Beats The Bans
The women of the Nanango RSL Citizen’s Auxiliary have perfect timing … in this rapidly changing world, their Book Fest sale last weekend would probably now be illegal.
Council Shuts Down Services
South Burnett Regional Council has closed all Visitor Information Centres and libraries as well as council-owned halls, art galleries, museums and Boondooma Homestead.
We’re Living In Unprecedented Times
COVID-19 has created “unprecedented times” for our generation, South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell warned in his latest video update to residents.
Disaster Groups Target COVID-19
There are currently no positive cases of COVID-19 in Cherbourg or the South Burnett, a joint Local Disaster Management Group meeting held in Cherbourg on Monday was told.
Reunions Draw Crowds To Ringsfield
Nanango enjoyed what could well be the town’s last carefree day for awhile last Saturday when two reunions were celebrated in the grounds of Ringsfield House.
‘Eyes Of Wondai’ Now Watching Crims
Crooks can run but they won’t be able to hide in Wondai with the formal unveiling of the town’s new $217,600 CCTV surveillance system.
Phyllis Shows Pumpkin Pride
Tourists who drive through Goomeri now have a new option for a selfie .. with a difference!
Beautiful Day But Where Were You?
A beautiful day but a disappointing crowd … these words by Murgon Show Society president Alan Trim best sum up Saturday’s 97th Murgon Show.
More Graduates Join Red Earth Alumni
Another 22 people graduated recently from Red Earth’s Community Leadership Program, marking their achievement with a celebration at the Bunya Mountains.
South Burnett Mayor Calls For Calm
South Burnett Regional Council held a special media conference on Saturday afternoon to update local residents via live video about the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in Kingaroy
Murgon Ready To Show Off
Murgon’s 97th annual show is on this Saturday (March 14) after a busy lead-up which included a stylish Country Cabaret at Murgon Town Hall.
Water Issues Dominate Forum
Everyone knows that roads, rates and rubbish are the key issues for local councils … but in Goomeri, you should also add in water and the still-closed swimming pool.
Would-Be Mayors Off And Running
The four candidates hoping to become the next South Burnett Mayor faced off for the first time during their election campaign on Tuesday evening.
Numbers Up At Proston Show
Numbers were up at Proston’s 62nd annual show on Saturday … more horse entries, more cattle, more politicians and most importantly, more people through the gate.
Another Big League Weekend!
There’s another big weekend of rugby league coming up in the South Burnett, this time honouring the memory of one of the local greats of the game.
Councillors Elected Unopposed
The ballot positions have been decided for the upcoming Local Government elections … and it’s good news for two current South Burnett councillors.
A Lifetime Of Saving Lives
Local residents turned out in force on Saturday at an Open Day to mark the centenary of the Kingaroy ambulance service.
