Small Wins In Water Plant Case
A multi-million dollar lawsuit by the South Burnett Regional Council against the company which built the Gordonbrook Water Treatment Plant is still winding its way slowly through Queensland’s Supreme Court.
TRC Seeks Community Input
Yarraman and Cooyar residents are being encouraged to visit the Toowoomba Regional Council’s “Your Say” webpage to complete a short survey to help shape the region’s future.
Inquiry Into Council Complaints
A Parliamentary Inquiry has begun into the effectiveness of the Office of the Independent Assessor (OIA) and Councillor Conduct Tribunal, the bodies which handle complaints against local councillors.
Green Light For Coles Supermarket
South Burnett Regional Council has approved an application by Coles to build a supermarket complex on the vacant land in Pound Street, Kingaroy.
Brekkie Raises Almost $3015
Last month’s Mayor’s Breakfast – which launched the South Burnett’s 2026 Relay For Life fundraising campaign – has raised $3014.78 for Cancer Council Queensland.
Hanson Unveils Two Candidates
One Nation founder Senator Pauline Hanson endorsed two future local candidates during her tour of the South Burnett at the weekend.
On-Site Sewerage Warning
Toowoomba Regional Council has reminded property owners with on-site sewerage facilities to service the equipment at the specified times and always follow approved operating procedures.
‘Wind Wars’ Comes To Kumbia
Two years ago, ABC-TV’s Four Corners highlighted the “Wind Wars” dividing regional communities, featuring conservationist and wildlife photographer Steven Nowakowski.
Program Expands Pest Control Skills
South Burnett Regional Council has assisted landholders on the eastern side of the Bunya Mountains to take part in a specialised wild dog trapping and baiting program.
Council Votes Down Kingaroy BESS
South Burnett councillors have unanimously rejected an initial recommendation from Council staff to approve a Development Application for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Kingaroy Solar Farm.
Councillor Presented With Award
South Burnett councillor Ros Heit was presented with her Order Of Australia Medal (OAM) during an investiture ceremony at Government House in Brisbane on Tuesday.
RADF Applications Open
Applications are now open for a major $15,000 grant under the latest round of council’s Regional Arts Development Fund.
SCRUM Tackles Mental Health
Youth group Iron & Clay brought their S.C.R.U.M. mental health and life-skills program to Kingaroy last Friday for a special one-off performance.
New Home For Old Wondai Sign
An old metal sign that looked destined to be scrapped has been restored, thanks to the Wondai Men’s Shed and the intervention of South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff.
Cressbrook Dam Closed
Toowoomba Regional Council has suspended all water-based recreational activities at Cressbrook Dam until further notice due to high levels of E. coli in the water.
$1m Upgrade For Goomeri Water
Gympie Regional Council has awarded a $1 million contract to Protex Water to upgrade the Goomeri Water Treatment Plant.
McEwan Elected Deputy Mayor
Division 6 councillor Warren McEwan – who represents the Goomeri and Kilkivan districts – has been elected Deputy Mayor of Gympie Regional Council.
EV Tourist Left In The Dark
Were there any EV chargers available for tourists to use in Kingaroy over the recent Easter break?
‘Big Marn’ For Big Brekkie
Former Maroon Darryl Brohman will be the guest speaker at next month’s Mayor’s Relay For Life brekkie.
More Shade For Gardens
Work will begin later this month to install new sails in the gardens of Nanango’s historic Ringsfield House to extend the shaded area in front of the old Coach House.
