Ballogie Man To Run For Council
Ballogie resident Les Prickett has tossed his hat into the ring for the March 2024 South Burnett council election.
‘Vigilance’ Urged Over Energy Projects
South Burnett mayor Brett Otto has warned local farmers and land owners to be vigilant when entering into discussions with proponents of renewable energy developments.
Uni Hub Plan For Kingaroy
South Burnett councillors have unanimously endorsed a plan to create a management committee to establish a Country Universities Centre (CUC) hub in Kingaroy.
Track Your Council Request
South Burnett residents will soon be able to submit and track their requests to the South Burnett Regional Council online.
$2.4m Boost From Free Camps
The free caravan camps at Wooroolin and Wondai have added an estimated $2.43 million to the South Burnett economy since 2018.
Upgrade For Benarkin Park
First Settlers Memorial Park at Benarkin will get a $109,498 upgrade, including fencing and the erection of a new picnic shelter.
No More Free Mulch
UPDATE: SBRC has voted to extend the cut-off date until March 14.
Council Splits Over Dog Checks
South Burnett Regional Council will go ahead with its regular check on dog registrations after a long and heated debate at last week’s general meeting.
TRC Faces ‘Mountain’ Of Costs
Toowoomba Regional Council has admitted it faces massive expenses over the next decade to replace critical infrastructure, which means other projects will have to be delayed.
TRC Grants To Open
Community groups and sporting clubs across the Toowoomba region have been encouraged to apply for funding for projects through the TRC.
Email Scammer Targets Council
South Burnett Regional Council issued an alert on Monday after a Council email account appeared to have been compromised by a hacker.
Seven Become New Citizens
Seven South Burnett residents became Australian citizens during Kingaroy’s Australia Day activities on Thursday.
Rachael Wins Resilience Award
Tansey resident Rachael Lehmann has been presented with the inaugural Australia Day “Resilience Award” from Gympie Regional Council for her work during the region’s flood recovery efforts last year.
Facebook Reply Ruled ‘Misconduct’
A misconduct hearing against a Gympie councillor has shone more light on the sudden departure of Gympie Regional Council CEO Shane Gray.
$370m Funding For Pipeline
The State Government has officially approved more than $370 million for the Toowoomba to Warwick Pipeline and an upgrade of the Wivenhoe Dam Pumping Station.
What Happens With Your Yellow Bin?
Mayor Elvie Sandow and Mayor Brett Otto are in furious agreement … the SBRC’s new recycling program is benefiting both the Cherbourg community and the South Burnett region.
Rowena Is Our Citizen Of The Year!
South Burnett Relay For Life chair Rowena Dionysius is the South Burnett’s 2023 Citizen Of The Year!
Young People Invited To Join Council
South Burnett Regional Council is calling on young people who want to have a greater say and help build a strong and inclusive community to nominate for the 2023 South Burnett Regional Youth Council.
Council Offers 10 Traineeships
SBRC is partnering with the LGAQ and the State Government to offer 10 one-year traineeships.
63 Nominated For Awards
SBRC’s 2023 Australia Day award winners will be announced on January 22 at Nanango Showgrounds.
