Silver Success For Sub-Chamber

South Burnett Sub-Chamber entrant Matthew McCauley has been awarded the runner-up’s sash in the prestigious Queensland Ag Shows’ Rural Ambassador competition.

Author Explores Mary’s Pathway

Queensland author Carrie Lock hosted a short writer’s talk in Kingaroy on Sunday.

Nanango Turns Up The Heat

The weather gods smiled this year for Nanango’s annual Cup Day races on Saturday at the Lee Park racecourse.

Mayors Fear Disaster Funds Cutback

Proposed Federal Government changes to Disaster Relief Funding Arrangements risk weakening regional Queensland’s ability to recover from natural disasters, according to a large group of Queensland mayors.

Man Jailed For Killing Pedestrian

A driver charged after a pedestrian was struck and killed in First Avenue, Kingaroy, in September 2024 has been sentenced to nine years jail.

2027 BaconFest Dates Released

The dates for the 2027 Kingaroy BaconFest festival have been released!

Dirt Bike Rider Dies

A 64-year-old Jandowae man has died after crashing while riding a dirt bike on a private property west of Kumbia on Sunday evening.

Petition Seeks Reward

North Queensland MP Rob Katter has sponsored an official e-Petition to State Parliament seeking a reward for information in regards to the disappearance of Jack McLennan in 2024.

Two Airlifted After Truck Crash

Two people were airlifted to hospital after a truck crash on the Burnett Highway near Glan Devon on Saturday morning.

You’re Never Too Old For A Ride!

Residents at Wondai Hospital’s Forest View Residential Aged Care now have a new way to get out and explore the South Burnett Rail Trail thanks to an innovative cycling project.

Regional Tech Hub Closes

The Regional Tech Hub – which provided free and independent phone and internet advice to rural and remote residents – will wind up at the end of August.

Feedback Sought On Draft Plan

A pop-up session will be held on August 21 to allow residents to comment on the draft Wide Bay Burnett Regional Plan.

Proston Goes To Parliament

DEB’S DIARY

It was a pleasure to recently welcome students and staff from Proston State School to Queensland Parliament House.

Full Fields For Nanango Races

The Nanango Race Club will be holding its first meeting of the new racing year at Lee Park Racecourse on Saturday.

Toni Connects Family With Art

Here’s a positive message for all the high school art teachers out there … you may never know the future talents you’re nurturing!

Singing, Dancing … And Lots Of Fun!

Every Wednesday morning for about the past six months, up to 30 people gather in Kingaroy to sing, dance, play music, jump about … and basically have fun.

Bird Flu: Magpie Tests Positive

There have now been 123 confirmed or presumed positive detections of H5 bird flu in Australia.

Ride 4 Relay Plans Grand Finale

More than 20 cyclists will be hitting the road soon to take part in the very last Ride 4 Relay fundraiser for South Burnett Relay For Life.

MP Welcomes New Tick Measures

Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has welcomed new measures by the State Government which aim to strengthen cattle tick management and support local producers.

Council Announces Art Winners

South Burnett Regional Council has announced the winner and runner-up of its Multicultural Art Competition.

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