It’s Time To Get Ready
For The Bushfire Season
Firefighters are encouraging local residents to take time over the upcoming long weekend to prepare themselves and their homes ahead of bushfire season.
It’s Time To Get Ready
MP Says Lobbying Has Paid Off
Two years of lobbying has paid off with the announcement in the State Budget of a new police station and watchhouse for Kingaroy, plus major upgrades for Nanango police station.
Budget ‘Positives’ For South Burnett
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington says there are definite positives in the State Budget for the South Burnett area – including a new $8.3 million police station for Kingaroy.
More Thefts From Cars
The recent spate of thefts from motor vehicles continued at the weekend with a number of vehicles being targeted in the Kingaroy Heights area.
Driver Hurt As Hay Falls
A 47-year-old man has been taken to Kingaroy Hospital with arm and shoulder injuries after a collision involving a hay truck at Ironpot this morning.
Two Out Of Three Ain’t Good …
Police pulled over three drivers in two hours on Thursday … and two tested positive to illegal drugs
Spate Of Thefts In Kingaroy
A mini crime wave hit Kingaroy streets on Wednesday night and Thursday morning with thefts from homes, cars and garages in various parts of town.
Youth Jailed Again … This Time
For Spitting On A Police Officer
A 17-year-old youth who was sentenced to jail in Murgon Court on Wednesday, was back in Kingaroy Court today after he spat on a police officer on his way back to the cells.
Motorbike Rider Hurt in Crash
A 61-year-old motorcyclist was injured in an incident on Parker Road at Ellesmere on Tuesday afternoon.
Vandals Target Girl Guides Hut
Continuing attacks by vandals at the Kingaroy Girl Guides Hut have left the troop looking to raise $4000 to complete repairs – or get help from local businesses and tradespeople.
Ammonia Leak At Swickers
An ammonia leak briefly forced the evacuation of the Swickers plant in Kingaroy on Wednesday morning
Murder Trial Begins
The trial of a man charged with murder after a death at an engagement party in Nanango has begun in the Brisbane Supreme Court.
‘Doing’ Time At Kingaroy Court
Hopes that Kingaroy may get a new or renovated courthouse following the recent visit of Attorney-General Jarrod Blejie seem distant, but the good news is the courthouse clock is going to be repaired.
Volunteers Help Other Volunteers
Volunteers helping volunteers … isn’t this the country way? Last evening at the Kumbia Rural Watch meeting a special event occurred.
Three Injured In Crash
The RACQ CareFlight helicopter landed on the New England Highway this morning to allow paramedics to treat three people injured in a head-on smash – involving three vehicles – which occurred between Crows Nest and Cooyar.
Policeman Receives Bravery Award
Kilkivan police officer Senior Constable Daven Richards received his Queensland bravery award from the State Governor today, officially recognising his courage during the 2011 floods.
Donations Help SES
Kingaroy SES members have again felt the support and generosity of Kingaroy businesses.
Vandals Target High School
Graffiti vandals struck at Kingaroy State High School at the weekend, the second major graffiti incident at the school in just over two months.
Youth Faces 35 Charges
A 19-year-old youth had his bail revoked when he appeared in Kingaroy Magistrates Court this afternoon on five fresh charges.
It’s Not Just About Fighting Fires
The Rural Fire Service is looking for volunteers who want to play an important role in the community, and it’s not just firefighters they’re after.
