Runners Test Marathon Course
Almost 40 runners visited Nanango on Sunday morning to try out the track that will be used for a new running festival.
Rugby League Season ‘Over’
The South Burnett Rugby League’s 2020 season – for both junior players and seniors – has been officially cancelled
New Nanango Trainer Edges Closer
Hopefully Nicole Vuille, 29, will soon saddle up her first winner.
New COVID Rules For Gyms
Gyms will be able to open their doors for more than 20 people if they comply with a Fitness Industry COVID Safe Plan.
Sport Clubs Urged To Prepare
The State Government is encouraging sporting organisations to start planning for the potential re-start of sporting activities through the “Queensland Return to Play” initiative.
Famous Face To Greet Runners
Australian long-distance running legend Ron Grant will be the official ambassador for a new running festival which will debut in the South Burnett on April 3 next year.
Mother’s Day Was A Marker
One very pleasing upside of Mothers Day this year was that folk were permitted to travel for family celebrations.
Toolkit To Help Sport Clubs Get Back
A “toolkit” has been launched which aims to help community sporting clubs and associations develop a path to competition as COVID-19 restrictions are eased.
Pandemic Can’t Stop Pink Runners
It wouldn’t be Mother’s Day without runners donning outrageous pink outfits to raise vitally needed funds across Australia for cancer research
Virus Helps Solve Rail Trail Puzzle
COVID-19 restrictions may have kept tourists out of the South Burnett, but the lockdown has turned out to be an unexpected winner for the South Burnett Rail Trail.
Mayor Salutes Legendary Jockey
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio has paid tribute to legendary Australian jockey Darby McCarthy OAM who died on Wednesday aged 76.
The Well-Named Hannahs
Apparently the words favour and grace are two meanings of Hannah, a name with Hebrew origins.
Making Hay In Limited Sunshine
Despite the reduced opportunities, South Burnett players are attending to their cash flows
Footy Codes Eager For Action
The South Burnett’s footy codes are keen to kick off again as soon as life returns to normal post-COVID-19.
Negotiating The Steeplechase
At present, horse racing (and life in general) is a little akin to the trials and tribulations weathered by jumps jockeys.
Willie Urges Cherbourg To Stay Safe
Former State of Origin and Australian centre Willie Tonga has urged all his friends and former teammates at Cherbourg to stay safe during the current COVID-19 pandemic.
All Local Race Meetings Cancelled
South Burnett race clubs will be taking an enforced break over the next two months – and possibly longer – due to COVID-19.
Saints Ready To Kick Off … Whenever
South Burnett Saints AFC officially launched their 2020 season on Saturday with the distribution of guernseys to their senior men’s and women’s teams.
Nanango Races To Be ‘Patron-Free’
Nanango will be holding a patron-free race meeting on Easter Saturday as Queensland struggles to keep its racing industry alive during the COVID-19 crisis.
First Bid Was Successful
Trainer Janene Armstrong and her fellow part owner Barry Goodwill chalked up their second victory with First Bid when the chestnut saluted Benchmark 50 Handicap (850m) at Gympie on March 7.
