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Last Chance To See Popular Artworks

This summer, fans will have one last chance to see the works of an artist who’s exhibited at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery for more than 25 years.

Nicole’s Starting Her Dream Career

Nanango’s Nicole Knott has some big dreams – including travelling the world as a cruise ship dancer – and she’s working hard to turn them into reality.

Local Artists Take Over Gallery

If you’d like to get a feel for just how talented South Burnett artists really are, you should pop in to the Kingaroy Art Gallery over the Christmas break to take a look at the latest exhibition.

NAIDOC Poster Competition Opens

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists have been invited to submit artworks for the 2019 National NAIDOC Poster Competition.

Arts Forum Invites Public Feedback

The South Burnett will be the only inland region consulted by the State Government about a new 10-year plan for the arts, cultural and creative sector.

Arts Forum Seeks Local Views

The South Burnett Regional Council will be holding a consultation forum next month to discuss the future of the arts and creativity in Queensland.

Concert Salutes Armistice Centenary

South Burnett Community Orchestra’s concert on Saturday night was one of the highlights of a big weekend of Armistice Centenary events in the South Burnett.

Sweethearts Coming To Kumbia

The Sweethearts of Song are promising a lively and light-hearted afternoon of fun for all the family at Kumbia Memorial Hall later this month.

Niketa Makes A Spectacular Debut

Kingaroy Art Gallery was buzzing on Saturday morning with one of the biggest crowds seen at an exhibition opening at the venue for years.

Color And Music Take Over Gallery

Wondai art lovers were treated to a very different art gallery opening on Friday night … a recital by singers as well as colourful displays by textile artists.

Big Weekend Ahead At Muster

The caravans and campervans have been rolling in all week for Murgon Rotary Club’s 2018 Music Muster, setting the stage for another huge celebration of Australian country music

Farming Heartache Wins Top Prize

A painting depicting the struggles of farmers battling drought, poor roads, rates and red tape has won this year’s South Burnett Open Art Competition

Surprise Star Rocks The Waterhole

Rockers at this year’s The Waterhole Rocks in Nanango enjoyed a surprise on Friday night … a star turn on stage by Vicky O’Keefe, daughter of Aussie legend JOK.

Enchanting Tale Comes To Life

South Burnett Musical Comedy Society’s massive production of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” cast a spell on audiences at the new Kingaroy Performing Arts Centre on Friday night

Arts Funding Lowest In Queensland

South Burnett Regional Council has received just $8000 in regional arts funding from the State Government for 2018-19, the lowest amount for any council in Queensland.

Photo Book Retells Region’s History

A two-year effort to sift through 100,000 historic photos of the South Burnett and produce a book from them finally came to an end on Wednesday.

Singers Unite For Fun And Friendship

The Blackbutt Singers may be one of the South Burnett’s oldest singing groups, but the secret to their longevity is that members regard forming great friendships just as important as making great music.

CQU To Lead Arts Development

Central Queensland University has been chosen as the local service provider for Queensland’s new Regional Arts Services Network, taking on responsibility for arts development within the South Burnett and Cherbourg council areas.

Upgrades Taking Shape At Cherbourg

There’s plenty of changes happening at Cherbourg’s historical precinct with two major building projects under way.

Showgrounds Packed Again For Muster

More than 740 caravans and campervans packed out the Nanango Showgrounds at the weekend for the 16th annual Heritage Nanango Country Muster.

RSL Supports Armistice Dinner

The South Burnett Community Orchestra (SBCO) received a pleasant surprise on Wednesday, thanks to the Kingaroy-Memerambi RSL sub-branch.

$4.9m Arts Centre Makes Debut

It’s taken more than a decade – and many twists and turns along the way – but the curtain has finally lifted for the new Kingaroy Performing Arts Centre (KPAC) on Saturday.

New Exhibition Aims To Shake The Cage

Kingaroy Regional Art Gallery’s latest exhibition has provided an unusual challenge for the 18 artists whose works make it up.

Whimsy, Colour And Exploration

Kingaroy Art Gallery’s latest exhibitions feature the whimsical, the colourful and the deeply personal.