NAIDOC Event To Welcome ‘Star’
Kingaroy’s NAIDOC celebrations this year will revolve around a special visit to the area by the “Star Of Taroom”.
Three Local Finalists In Awards
Three South Burnett nominations are among the Darling Downs South West regional finalists in the Queensland Training Awards.
Pop-Up Recycling Takes Off
South Burnett residents eager to cash in their cans and bottles now have some new pop-up options which might be a bit closer to home.
‘Champion’ Impressed By Cherbourg
Cherbourg’s new Ministerial “Champion”, Leanne Linard, paid her first visit to the community on Tuesday … and she admitted she was impressed.
Budget Plans For Sustainability
Cherbourg’s 2021-22 Budget will continue the Council’s long-term focus on building major infrastructure and acquiring plant and equipment for the community.
Young Artists Create A Magical Mural
A magnificent mural that now graces the back wall of the gym in the Cherbourg Sports Complex honours one of Cherbourg’s true sporting heroes.
Plans To Upgrade School Oval
Cherbourg State School hopes to begin work on a major upgrade of the school oval and staff car park later this school term.
$220,000 Needed For Footpath
A $3 million footpath connecting Cherbourg to Murgon is likely to cost more than expected after funding for a pedestrian bridge was rejected.
First Nations Group Launched
Cherbourg Radio is one of the foundation members of a new Queensland First Nations Media Coalition (QFNMC).
Cherbourg Calls For Change
Frustration over the number of young people killing themselves – and drug use in the community – spilled over at a public forum held at Cherbourg on Tuesday afternoon.
Traditional Owner Urges Action
After two more attempted suicides in two days at Cherbourg, Wakka Wakka traditional owner Cindy Button is demanding that things change.
New ‘Champion’ For Cherbourg
State Government MP Leanne Linard is the new “Ministerial Champion” for Cherbourg.
Record Crowds At Commemorations
Any suggestions Anzac Day commemorations are losing public support were blown away in the South Burnett on Sunday.
Cherbourg Travel ‘Not Encouraged’
Cherbourg is still open to visitors at the moment, but it is not being encouraged, Mayor Elvie Sandow said on Wednesday.
Find A Phone, Save A Life
Police are urging residents to dig through their cupboards and drawers … and maybe just help to save a life!
Cherbourg Plans High-Tech Project
In an Australian first, Cherbourg Council is planning to integrate artificial intelligence into its Materials Recycling Facility.
Gospel Music Hits Airwaves
Cherbourg’s Sports Complex attracted a large crowd on Sunday afternoon to enjoy some special Gospel music.
Every Day Should Be RU OK Day
RU OK? This is a message with extra resonance for Cherbourg families who have lost so many loved ones …
Elders Celebrate Diamond Day
Cherbourg Elders Jack and Ada Simpson were treated to a special day by family members on Saturday to mark 60 years of marriage.
Boil Water Alert For Cherbourg
Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council has reminded Cherbourg residents and visitors that a “boil water” alert remains in place in the community.
