Federal MP Wants Wind Farm Axed
Member for Maranoa David Littleproud has called on the State Government to scrap the already-approved Tarong West Wind Farm near Ironpot.
Work Starts On Dam Safety Upgrade
A sod-turning ceremony was held at Cressbrook Dam last week, signalling construction is now under way on the critical safety improvements demanded by legislation.
$62m Boost To Unlock Housing
South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff has welcomed a massive $62.3 million State Government injection into infrastructure spending in the South Burnett which could allow several stalled housing projects in the region to proceed.
Crackdown On Illegal Dumping
South Burnett, Cherbourg and Somerset councils are receiving State Government support to crack down on illegal dumping across the region.
Many Cultures Unite In Kingaroy
Kingaroy’s Town Hall Forecourt was transformed into a sea of colour and music on Saturday for the South Burnett’s first “official” multicultural celebration.
Maccas Plan For Nanango
Nanango could get its own McDonalds outlet if a Development Application submitted to the South Burnett Regional Council gets final approval.
TRC To Review Housing Laws
Toowoomba Regional Council will review regulations covering temporary homes, caravans and tiny homes.
Company Appeals Truckstop Refusal
An appeal has been lodged in the Planning and Environment Court against a decision by the South Burnett Regional Council to reject a Development Permit for a 24-hour truckstop in Nanango.
It’s Time To Nominate Our Best!
South Burnett Regional Council is inviting residents to submit nominations for the region’s 2027 Australia Day Awards.
Council ‘Running A Very Tight Ship’
South Burnett mayor Kathy Duff has assured local businesspeople that Council is sustainable and running “a very, very tight ship”.
School Traps To Target Feral Pigs
Five feral pig traps are being built in a partnership between local students and Western Downs Regional Council in a bid to help manage the spread of phytophthora in the Bunya Mountains.
SBRC Will ‘Miss Out On Millions’
South Burnett Regional Council has joined the chorus of opposition to the Federal Government’s proposed changes to Disaster Recovery Funding arrangements.
WDRC Appoints New CEO
A former senior Queensland public servant has been appointed CEO of the Western Downs Regional Council.
MPs Drop In For Cherbourg Update
Two Opposition MPs dropped into Cherbourg on Monday morning for an update about Council’s aspirations for the community.
Proston To Stay In Nanango
A proposal which would have excluded Proston from the Electorate of Nanango at the next State Election has been dropped after a submission from the South Burnett Regional Council.
Flood Study Enters Final Phase
A long-running Burnett River flood study – which has examined data from the 2010, 2013 and 2022 events – has entered its final stage.
Mayors Fear Disaster Funds Cutback
Proposed Federal Government changes to Disaster Relief Funding Arrangements risk weakening regional Queensland’s ability to recover from natural disasters, according to a large group of Queensland mayors.
Future ‘Green’ Dollars For Council
South Burnett Regional Council has adopted a policy which should ensure that hundreds of thousands of dollars from future renewable energy developments will flow into Council coffers and the local community for the whole life of projects.
Spotlight On Airport Plans Only
Attempts to turn consultations about the future of the Kingaroy Airport Precinct into a discussion about the proposed Tarong West Wind Farm work camp were firmly, but politely, waved away at an information session on Friday morning.
North Burnett CEO Resigns
North Burnett Regional Council CEO Craig Matheson has given notice that he will finish up in the job on November 27.
