Council Loosens Housing Rules

South Burnett residents hunting for accommodation during the current housing crisis will enjoy some new options, thanks to two motions passed unanimously at Wednesday’s South Burnett Regional Council meeting.

Thelma Features At Murgon Gallery

The 55 Million Years Ago Art Gallery and Museum in Murgon launched its latest exhibition on Saturday with another of its popular “Elegant Afternoon Teas”.

Kingaroy SS Leading The Way

DEB’S DIARY

It was a highlight to join Kingaroy State School for their leadership assembly and celebrate the newly inducted student leaders.

Feedback Sought On Highway

Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is inviting the local community to help identify priority locations for safety upgrades on the D’Aguilar Highway.

Upgrades Happening At Showgrounds

The South Burnett National Show Society – the not-for-profit association which owns the Kingaroy Showgrounds – has been working hard to update the facility.

Veterans’ Support Group To Wind Up

After more than two decades of supporting local defence force veterans, Kingaroy’s Totally and Permanently Disabled Soldiers Association is winding up.

Draft Plan To Target Feral Pigs

The State Government is seeking feedback on a draft management plan for feral pigs.

Teenage Girl Wounded

A teenage girl was airlifted to hospital on Tuesday night after reportedly being shot on a property at Chahpingah.

Furr-Ever Love On Valentine’s Day

More than 20 pets found their furr-ever homes at the special Valentine’s Open Day at the new Animal Management Centre in Kingaroy.

Tractor Destroyed In Fire

A tractor pulling a slasher was destroyed in a blaze which spread to nearby grassland at Haly Creek on Tuesday afternoon.

History Group Toasts 50 Years

The Bunya Mountains Natural History Association toasted its 50th birthday on Monday with a special celebration at its ‘Cedarvale’ museum.

Chemical Contamination ‘Neutralised’

South Burnett Regional Council has advised that the chemical contamination which caused a scare in a JJ’s Waste Truck on Friday has been “neutralised”.

Seven Begin ‘Powerful’ Careers

Seven new local apprentices and trainees kickstarted their careers at the Tarong power stations during National Apprenticeship Week (February 9-15).

Under 15s Comp To Kick Off

Rumours of a special Under15s rugby league competition happening prior to the kick-off the full 2026 South Burnett season have been confirmed.

A Big Win For Yarraman!

DEB’S DIARY

I am excited to announce this week a big win for Yarraman families and the local community.

Man Injured In Crash

A man aged in his 30s was injured on Monday morning in a collision at a notorious highway intersection just outside Nanango.

Have You Seen Dee-Anne?

UPDATE: The missing woman has been located safe and well.

Stamp Lovers Gather In Nanango

Nanango Stamp Club’s annual Stamp Fair attracted collectors from 14 clubs across south-east Queensland last Saturday.

Award-Winning Poet Dies

Award-winning poet, author, artist and First Nations activist Lionel Fogarty died on Thursday, aged 68.

Country Rep To Join Racing Qld

A representative from country racing will be appointed to the Board of Racing Queensland, part of a shake-up of the industry planned by the State Government.

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