‘Triple Whammy’ For Councils
The Local Government Association of Queensland – the peak body for local councils – fears the Federal Government is stepping away from supporting Queensland in times of disaster.
‘Temporary Overflow’ For Homeless
South Burnett Regional Council has prepared a large block of industrial-zoned land at the end of Cornish Street in Kingaroy to act as a “temporary overflow” area for homeless campers.
Dam Management Renewed
Cr Heath Sander and his partner Rowena Wessling have had their contracts to manage the tourist parks at Bjelke-Petersen and Boondooma dams renewed.
$5000 For Multicultural Day
A multicultural celebration in Kingaroy is one of more than 70 community events to have received support under Round 2 of the State Government’s “Celebrating Multicultural Queensland” grants program.
Cherbourg Says ‘Ngara’ To Cabinet
The residents of Cherbourg’s Boys Dormitory – which closed in the 1970s – would have been more than a little surprised by the visitors who filled its walls on Monday.
FarmFest Field Trip Builds Resilience
Five busloads of South Burnett residents attended Day 1 of the recent FarmFest at Kingsthorpe, thanks to a field trip organised by the South Burnett Regional Council.
Small Wins In Water Plant Case
A multi-million dollar lawsuit by the South Burnett Regional Council against the company which built the Gordonbrook Water Treatment Plant is still winding its way slowly through Queensland’s Supreme Court.
TRC Seeks Community Input
Yarraman and Cooyar residents are being encouraged to visit the Toowoomba Regional Council’s “Your Say” webpage to complete a short survey to help shape the region’s future.
Inquiry Into Council Complaints
A Parliamentary Inquiry has begun into the effectiveness of the Office of the Independent Assessor (OIA) and Councillor Conduct Tribunal, the bodies which handle complaints against local councillors.
Green Light For Coles Supermarket
South Burnett Regional Council has approved an application by Coles to build a supermarket complex on the vacant land in Pound Street, Kingaroy.
Brekkie Raises Almost $3015
Last month’s Mayor’s Breakfast – which launched the South Burnett’s 2026 Relay For Life fundraising campaign – has raised $3014.78 for Cancer Council Queensland.
Hanson Unveils Two Candidates
One Nation founder Senator Pauline Hanson endorsed two future local candidates during her tour of the South Burnett at the weekend.
On-Site Sewerage Warning
Toowoomba Regional Council has reminded property owners with on-site sewerage facilities to service the equipment at the specified times and always follow approved operating procedures.
‘Wind Wars’ Comes To Kumbia
Two years ago, ABC-TV’s Four Corners highlighted the “Wind Wars” dividing regional communities, featuring conservationist and wildlife photographer Steven Nowakowski.
Program Expands Pest Control Skills
South Burnett Regional Council has assisted landholders on the eastern side of the Bunya Mountains to take part in a specialised wild dog trapping and baiting program.
Council Votes Down Kingaroy BESS
South Burnett councillors have unanimously rejected an initial recommendation from Council staff to approve a Development Application for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Kingaroy Solar Farm.
Councillor Presented With Award
South Burnett councillor Ros Heit was presented with her Order Of Australia Medal (OAM) during an investiture ceremony at Government House in Brisbane on Tuesday.
RADF Applications Open
Applications are now open for a major $15,000 grant under the latest round of council’s Regional Arts Development Fund.
SCRUM Tackles Mental Health
Youth group Iron & Clay brought their S.C.R.U.M. mental health and life-skills program to Kingaroy last Friday for a special one-off performance.
New Home For Old Wondai Sign
An old metal sign that looked destined to be scrapped has been restored, thanks to the Wondai Men’s Shed and the intervention of South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff.
