Vintage Rally Attracts Young And Old
The focus at the huge Kingaroy vintage machinery rally last weekend was on the centenary of the International Harvester / McCormick / Farmall family, but there were plenty of other brands also turning heads.
Hot And Dry Summer Predicted
The Bureau of Meteorology has finally declared what many farmers already knew … an El Niño event is under way.
Perfect Night For A Formal
Saint Mary’s Catholic College students enjoyed a perfect Spring evening for their 2023 formal dinner at Kingaroy Town Hall on Friday night.
Wondai Recalls Its Railway Legacy
Mark you diaries … on Sunday, September 14, 2053, an important occasion has been scheduled for Wondai’s Coronation Park!
Volunteers Saluted At Grand Finals
Two of Football South Burnett’s most dedicated volunteers were honoured at the Grand Finals of the 2023 men’s and women’s competitions, played on Sunday in Kingaroy.
Did You ‘Avo Good Time In Blackbutt?
Blackbutt’s annual celebration of everything avocado attracted crowds to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail parkland near Memorial Hall on Saturday.
Nanango Springs Back After Storm
Heavy rain (and hail) the night before couldn’t stop Nanango Race Club’s Spring race meeting from going ahead on Saturday.
Duathlon Doubles Rail Trail Fun
The inaugural Double Dingo Duathlon, run on the South Burnett Rail Trail on Sunday, attracted 50 competitors eager to test their running and cycling skills.
Hail Storm Rips Off Roofs
A large storm cell which crossed the South Burnett on Friday evening ripped off roofs, brought down trees and carpeted large areas in hail.
Tense Drama Wins 2023 PLAYfest
Nanango Theatre Company wrapped up its latest feast of drama, comedy and social commentary last Sunday morning with more than $3000 worth of prizes handed out.
Red Ants Roar At Home
The Red Ants proved why they were the 2023 Minor Premiers with a decisive 28-12 victory over Cherbourg in the South Burnett Rugby League Grand Final on Saturday.
Wondai Show Was Bigger Than Ever!
The 104th Wondai Show has been hailed as a great success, with record attendances on Saturday and new attractions drawing plenty of praise.
Ride 4 Relay Breaks Record!
The 2023 Ride 4 Relay will break its fundraising record with an amazing total of between $35,000 and $40,000 raised for the South Burnett’s Relay For Life campaign.
Hornets Fly Into Grand Final
The Cherbourg Hornets have earned the right to take on the 2023 Minor Premiers, Kingaroy Red Ants, in the A Grade Grand Final of the South Burnett Rugby League competition at T.J. O’Neill Oval on Saturday.
Tansey Trio To Compete At World Cup
Three members of the Tansey Polocrosse Club will be packing their bags next year to head off to South Africa to represent Australia at the Polocrosse World Cup.
Wolves Pounce At Wondai
Wondai supporters had double reasons to celebrate on Saturday after two Wolves’ teams hoisted Grand Final trophies at Wondai Sportsground.
Brylie Tests Her ‘Metal’ In Melbourne
Tarong Power Station apprentice Brylie Jones had an amazing time competing at the recent WorldSkills Australia National Competition in Melbourne.
Kirstie To Run For Mayor
It’s been rumoured for almost a year, but it’s now confirmed … Division 4 councillor Kirstie Schumacher will be running for South Burnett Mayor at the 2024 Council election.
Why Wondai? Why Not?
We all know about young people leaving town to go to uni and never coming back… but a business which has been operating quietly in Wondai for more than a year has turned that paradigm on its head.
Traditions Live On In The Bush
Everyone was blown away by this year’s Scots In The Bush festival at Boondooma Homestead … almost literally!
