Water Levy Scrapped … For Now
A proposal to introduce a special levy on water and sewerage charges in this year’s South Burnett Regional Council budget has been set aside for at least 12 months.
Mayor To Lobby For More Funding
South Burnett Mayor Wayne Kratzmann is angry that local councils are responsible for 80 per cent of infrastructure yet receive just 3 per cent of tax revenue collected by the Federal Government.
Council Backs ‘Yes’ Vote
The South Burnett Regional Council has come out to publicly endorse the “Yes” case for the September referendum aimed at recognising Local Government in the Australian Constitution.
A Time For Reflections
A photobook capturing memories of the South Burnett’s 2011 and 2013 floods has been officially launched
Talks On Hospital Future
Council is currently having discussions with Pulse Health, operators of the South Burnett Private Hospital
$542,000 Up For Grabs
The South Burnett Regional Council could get a grant of up to $546,234 from the Federal Government if it can propose a “shovel-ready” project to Canberra in the next four weeks, but will only get $30,000 if it doesn’t.
By-Election Likely In September
A by-election to replace outgoing South Burnett Councillor Cheryl Dalton is likely to be held in late September.
Councils Miss Out On Energy Funds
The Greens have slammed the Federal Government for slashing funding to local councils to improve energy efficiency.
High Court Dismisses Alcohol Appeal
Today’s High Court decision to dismiss an appeal by a woman against her conviction for breaching alcohol management plan (AMP) restrictions on Palm Island has been welcomed by the State Government.
Landslip Collapse ‘Imminent’
South Burnett Regional Council has advised that Levers Road at Murgon will be closed until further notice due to a major landslip below the road.
Landslip Forces Repairs
A landslip which requires emergency repairs has forced the South Burnett Regional Council to temporarily close Levers Road at Murgon.
Councils Target Parthenium
South Burnett Regional Council has partnered with Burnett Mary Regional Group (BMRG), Cherbourg Council and Gympie Council to co-ordinate parthenium control throughout the region.
Road Closed For Bridge Tests
South Burnett Regional Council has advised that a section of Gayndah-Hivesville Road at Hivesville will be closed for four days from July 18 to allow assessment of the Sunday Creek Bridge.
Councillor Resigns After 16 Years
After more than 16 years in local government, South Burnett councillor Cheryl Dalton has decided to call it quits.
A Century On The Block
More than 500 people turned up last weekend to help Kingaroy’s former Council Chambers celebrate its 100th birthday.
NBN On The Way
Infrastructure for the National Broadband Network will begin to appear in the South Burnett soon after the South Burnett Regional Council approved three NBN sites at its monthly meeting on Wednesday.
Toowoomba Launches Video Link
Yarraman and Cooyar residents who have access to broadband internet will now be able to communicate directly with Toowoomba Regional Council via a new video conferencing project launched today.
Fees, Charges Rise 2 Per Cent
South Burnett residents will face an average 2 per cent rise from July 1 for using many council services after the South Burnett Regional Council passed its 2013-14 schedule of fees and charges yesterday.
Winners Are Grinners!
The Mayor’s Red Earth South Burnett Flood Appeal has officially wound up with the presentation of the keys of the raffled Nissan Micra to winner Clive Bishop, from Kingaroy.
Councillors Take On New Roles
South Burnett councillors are going to be kept even busier – and wearing more hats – following the creation of five new portfolios at today’s Council meeting.
