MP Issues Book Challenge

Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is encouraging local children to take part in this year’s Premier’s Reading Challenge.

Fundraising Campaign Begins

The Bunya Mountains Community Association Inc has officially launched a three-year fundraising campaign to build a dedicated, accessible and inclusive Community Centre in the heart of the Bunya Mountains.

Nanango Remembers Its Fallen

Nanango RSL Sub-Branch members had a very busy Anzac Day, with visits to war graves, service and a town march as well as fellowship with fellow veterans who travelled back to town for the commemorations.

Kingaroy Hits Top Of Ladder

Kingaroy Senior Soccer’s Division 1 men’s team overpowered ladder leaders TNUniSQ in their Anzac Day evening clash in Kingaroy.

Cressbrook Dam Closed

Toowoomba Regional Council has suspended all water-based recreational activities at Cressbrook Dam until further notice due to high levels of E. coli in the water.

Rain Falls Like Tears During Last Post

A few light showers could not disrupt Kingaroy’s Anzac Day commemorations on Saturday morning.

Three Vehicles In Crash

Emergency services were called to a three-vehicle crash on the D’Aguilar Highway at Colinton on Wednesday morning.

$1m Upgrade For Goomeri Water

Gympie Regional Council has awarded a $1 million contract to Protex Water to upgrade the Goomeri Water Treatment Plant.

Hung Jury Over Boy’s Death

A jury has been unable to reach a verdict in a Brisbane District Court trial which followed the death of a young boy at Blackbutt North in July 2023.

Murgon Remembers In Style

Murgon’s Anzac Day commemorations began in the early hours of Saturday morning and wrapped up in the afternoon with the announcement of Murgon’s annual Anzac Art Prize.

Nats Call For ‘Boots On Ground’

Opposition agriculture spokesperson Darren Chester has called for the upcoming Federal Budget to prioritise biocontrol measures and practical projects “which make a difference on the ground” in regional Australia.

McEwan Elected Deputy Mayor

Division 6 councillor Warren McEwan – who represents the Goomeri and Kilkivan districts – has been elected Deputy Mayor of Gympie Regional Council.

Anzac Day In Our Towns

Anzac Day commemorations were held on Saturday in almost every town and village around the South Burnett.

Minor Injuries In Crash

A man suffered minor leg injuries in a single-vehicle crash on the Burnett Highway on Monday morning.

Crowds Unwind At Anzac Day Races

The South Burnett Race Club’s annual Anzac Day Races at Wondai always attract a big crowd on the public holiday, with attendees keen to unwind after morning commemorations around the region.

SUV Stolen In Murgon

Police are investigating after a car was reported stolen from Murgon on Friday afternoon.

Fun With The ABC Piano

The second season of ABC-TV’s popular series “The Piano” is now being broadcast … but have you seen the promo?

Great Show With A Serious Message

The Heritage Bank Nanango 117th Show had everything a visitor could want … animals (of all sorts), exciting action (trots, barrel racing, a rodeo), amusement rides and fireworks!

EV Tourist Left In The Dark

Were there any EV chargers available for tourists to use in Kingaroy over the recent Easter break?

Tobacco Shops Closed … Again

Two Kingaroy stores allegedly selling illegal tobacco products have been ordered shut again by Queensland Health.

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