Rates Bills Start To Bite
Almost one in ten ratepayers are now late with their rates payments, South Burnett councillors heard
Trail Consultations Start In January
Public consultations on the proposed Kingaroy-Kilkivan Rail Trail will start in January if all goes to plan, South Burnett Mayor Wayne Kratzmann told today’s monthly Council meeting.
Water Restrictions To Rise
A proposal to increase current water restrictions from Level 1 to Level 2 provoked energetic debate at today’s South Burnett Regional Council meeting.
Australia Day Nominations Close Soon
Nominations for the South Burnett’s annual Australia Day Awards will close on Friday (November 28).
Gully Name To Honour Anzac
A gully just outside Nanango could soon bear the name of World War I digger Michael Mangan
Crowds Flock To Village Green Opening
A big crowd turned out to Wondai’s Coronation Park on Saturday morning for the official opening of Stage 1
Charity Golf Day A Big Hit
More than 100 players turned out at Kingaroy Golf Course on Friday for the Mayor’s Charity Golf Day – and to get a chance to meet rugby league legend Shane Webcke.
Council Expands Wondai Office
The South Burnett Regional Council will relocate its Community and Events Department from Kingaroy to Wondai on Monday.
Council Previews New Murgon Pool
South Burnett Regional Council has released concept plans for the new Murgon Aquatic Centre
Water Restrictions On The Way
South Burnett Regional Council is calling on residents connected to town water supplies to conserve water.
Certificates For Service
Gympie Mayor Ron Dyne has been presented with a 15-year Certificate of Service from the Local Government Association for his work on Kilkivan and Gympie councils.
Instalment Plan For Rates
South Burnett Regional Council has reminded local residents there is a pay-by-instalment option available for rates.
Tennis Fans Have A Ball
Tennis fans had the opportunity on Tuesday to enjoy a glimpse behind the scenes at Wimbledon
Purser’s To Take Over Brisbane Run
Murgon-based Purser’s Coaches has agreed to take over the Murgon-Caboolture bus run for a three-month trial following the announcement by Brisbane Bus Lines that it is axeing the service.
Council Warns Water Thieves
The South Burnett Regional Council has warned residents that taking water from fire hydrants can result in heavy penalties.
Federal Grants Released
The second quarterly payment from the Federal Government’s Financial Assistance Grants program should start flowing to local councils throughout Australia from today.
$10,000 Grant For Recycling Plant
Cherbourg’s recycling facility will benefit from $10,000 in funding announced today by the Keep Australia Beautiful Association.
Council Calls For Expressions
Of Interest To Build Supermarket
South Burnett mayor Wayne Kratzmann has written to Blackbutt and Benarkin residents to update them on the proposal to have a supermarket developed in Blackbutt.
Funding To Help South
Burnett Women ‘Get Active’
The South Burnett Regional Council is one of just 20 local Councils around Queensland which has received a grant under the State Government’s Get Out, Get Active program.
Rates Deadline Extended
To help local residents budget in the lead-up to Christmas, the South Burnett Regional Council has extended its discount period for the latest rates notices.
