Councils Seek Funds For Roads, Water
Queensland councils have called on the State Government to address critical funding that is needed statewide for road, water and sewerage infrastructure.
Court Approves 5G Telstra Tower
A Telstra 5G mobile phone tower will be built in the grounds of the South Burnett Pistol Club following an order handed down in the Planning and Environment Court this week.
TRC Warning To Residents
Toowoomba Regional Council’s Local Disaster Management Group has moved to “stand-up” status following the issuing of a “leave immediately” bushfire warning for Wutul and East Cooyar.
Meeting To Discuss Hall’s Future
South Burnett Regional Council is holding more community consultations to discuss the future of Tingoora Hall.
Council Urges Residents ‘Get Ready’
Western Downs Regional Council is urging residents to prepare their homes and families for severe weather as hot, dry conditions continue and the summer storm season approaches.
Nominations Open For Australia Day
Nominations are now open for the South Burnett’s annual Australia Day Awards.
Youth Council Hosts Meet’n’Greet
The South Burnett Regional Youth Council hosted this month’s Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce meet’n’greet.
Body Found Near Creek
Police are investigating the discovery of human remains in the Okeden area.
Council Tribute To League Great
Toowoomba Regional Council has paid tribute to Queensland rugby league great John McDonald AM who died in Toowoomba on Wednesday.
WBBROC On The Road Again
The Wide Bay-Burnett Regional Organisation Of Councils will spring back to life after the South Burnett and neighbouring councils held an AGM on Friday.
New Councillor To Be Sworn In
Edwina Farquhar has been appointed as the new Toowoomba Regional councillor to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of former Mayor Paul Antonio.
Council To Consult On Church
A proposal for the SBRC to take over ownership of St Faith’s Anglican Church in Mondure will lay on the table until the local community’s views are known.
Official Opening Of Bike Trails
The multi-million dollar Mountain Bike Trails project at Russell Park was officially opened with a small ceremony at Fishers Lookout on the Bunya Mountains on Saturday morning.
$590,000 Upgrade For Tip
A weighbridge will be installed at the Wondai Waste Facility, thanks in part to a State Government grant.
Kirstie To Run For Mayor
It’s been rumoured for almost a year, but it’s now confirmed … Division 4 councillor Kirstie Schumacher will be running for South Burnett Mayor at the 2024 Council election.
Council Approves Park Upgrade
South Burnett Regional Council has approved the second – and final – stage of the $450,000 redevelopment of Murgon’s QEII Park.
Tennis Great Finally Gets His Way
An eight year battle to get a section of road in Blackbutt renamed “Roy Emerson Way” to honour one of Australia’s sporting greats has come to a successful conclusion.
Council Debates Ticket Prices
Complaints about the cost of tickets for the South Burnett Regional Council’s “Day At The Dam” music festival have resulted in reduced admission prices for some teenagers.
Council To Sponsor Red Earth Forum
South Burnett Regional Council has voted to sponsor Red Earth’s Community Leadership Forum next month in Murgon, but not for the amount discussed at a committee meeting earlier this month.
TRC Calls For Award Nominations
Toowoomba Regional Council is inviting residents to nominate community achievers who will be considered for the 2024 Toowoomba Region Australia Day awards.
