Flowers Help Young Women Blossom
A dozen girls – all students at the Silver Lining school at Ficks Crossing – have created stunning floral arm pieces and crowns thanks to a unique arts program run in the South Burnett.
Vandals Wreck Sports Complex
Vandalism at Cherbourg’s Sports Complex on Tuesday has angered the local Council and hurt residents who have worked hard to provide something good for young people in the community.
Car Fire Sparks Alarm
A vehicle on fire in a backyard of a house in Bell Street, Cherbourg, sparked an alarm on Easter Sunday night.
Pilgrims Walk To Support Homeless
Pilgrims on a journey to raise $250,000 for a vital homeless shelter in Brisbane walked into Kingaroy on Thursday on Day 6 of a week-long trek to Cherbourg.
Tributes Paid To Outgoing Mayor
Cherbourg Council has paid tribute to outgoing mayor Elvie Sandow and councillors who missed out on being re-elected.
Council Starts Its Four-Year Journey
Cherbourg made history again this week, becoming the first Council in Queensland to have its Mayor and Councillors officially declared elected after Saturday’s local government elections.
Woman Assaulted, Phone Stolen
A woman was assaulted – and her mobile phone and other property stolen – on Monday night in Fisher Street, Cherbourg.
‘The Justice System Isn’t Working’
“The system isn’t working!” That’s the message Cherbourg Council CEO Chatur Zala wants to get out after a string of break-ins and vandalism in the community over the past few weeks.
Police Vehicle Bricked
Murgon police are investigating an incident that has left a police vehicle with a smashed window.
Deadly Kindy Is A Healthy Choice
A new health program for young First Nations children was officially launched in Cherbourg on Tuesday.
Sitting Mayor Draws Top Slot
Current mayor Elvie Sandow has drawn the top spot on the ballot paper to contest the upcoming Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council election.
Council Farewells Much-Loved Pastor
Cherbourg councillors joined together on Wednesday to farewell long-serving AIM Pastor Max Conlon, who is moving to Brisbane.
Local Control ‘Key To Closing The Gap’
Community-controlled organisations – such as the Cherbourg-based CRAICCHS – hold the key to meeting Closing The Gap targets, according to the Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council (QAIHC).
Trainees Dig Deep For Elders
Four trainees have been making a big impact at the Ny-Ku Byun Elders Village in Cherbourg, thanks to a UnitingCare Queensland program.
Lightning Sparks Pole Fire
A lightning strike on a power pole led to Cherbourg residents losing power for about 30 minutes on Wednesday evening.
Artwork To Uplift Patients’ Spirits
The waiting room at Cherbourg Hospital has a bright new look, thanks to local artist Craig Hopkins and the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation.
Food And Fun At Christmas Fair
There was plenty of food and fun to enjoy at Cherbourg’s annual Christmas Fair, held at the town’s Sports Complex.
Taskforce Arrests 25 Juveniles
A crackdown by police has resulted in 25 arrests following a recent spate of car thefts and break-ins in the Murgon area.
Support For Four Local Groups
Four local groups have received support from the Stronger Communities and Volunteer Grants Programs.
Healthy Skin Program Wins Award
A program at Cherbourg this year which targeted the link between skin conditions and heart disease has won a national health award.
