MP Calls For Nanango Safety Upgrade
Local MP Deb Frecklington has written to South Burnett mayor Brett Otto calling for safety improvements on Brown Street in Nanango following the tragic loss of life in the recent flash floods.
Farmers Urged To Seek Help
South Burnett Regional Council is encouraging property owners not to “self-assess” their eligibility for disaster assistance.
Council Takes Meetings ‘On The Road’
Gympie Regional Council will be taking its ordinary council meetings on the road in an effort to communicate more effectively with residents of the 6898sq km region.
Meeting Debates Tinny Hall Options
A public meeting held at Tingoora State School’s meeting hall on Monday night debated three possible futures for Tingoora Hall.
Plan To Guide Flood Recovery
Major-General Jake Ellwood visited the South Burnett Regional Council recently to share copies of the State Recovery and Resilience Plan 2022-24.
Volunteers Dish Out Winter Warmth
Organisers have blamed the threat of rain for a low turnout at Friday night’s free “Winter Warmers” event in the Kingaroy Town Hall Forecourt.
Council Shakes Up Portfolio Roles
Deputy Mayor Gavin Jones will become the South Burnett’s “Minister For Everything” after the latest reshuffle of councillor portfolio responsibilities.
Workshop For Volunteer Groups
A workshop will be held in Kingaroy on August 30 to encourage “best practice” in groups that use volunteers.
Meeting Plans Park Upgrades
Tipperary Flat will present a brighter, more polished face to visitors and local residents when Nanango celebrates its 175th birthday next year.
Gympie Plan To Lure Developers
Gympie Regional Council will give developers in Goomeri and Kilkivan a substantial discount on infrastructure charges to encourage more construction in both towns.
Otto Urges Federal Action On Health
South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto has called on the Federal Government to “step up” and address the health issues in rural areas.
Students Display Their Talents
Kingaroy Art Gallery is filled this month with vibrant and enthusiastic art by students from Kingaroy State High School.
TRC To Develop Arts Strategy
Residents from across Toowoomba Regional Council area have been invited to take part in workshops which will shape the TRC’s new Arts and Cultural Strategy.
Applications Open For Ringsfield
South Burnett Regional Council is seeking nominations from community members to join the new Ringsfield House Advisory Committee.
Meeting To Discuss Tingoora Hall
A consultation meeting will be held at Tingoora State School next week to discuss the fate of Tingoora Hall.
Producers Urged To Stay Alert
The threat of Foot and Mouth Disease is serious but it’s Lumpy Skin Disease and African Swine Fever which has Biosecurity Queensland senior inspector John Higgins most worried at the moment.
Council Wins National Award
South Burnett Regional Council has won the Schools Program award at the national Australian Road Safety Foundation Awards.
$250,000 Upgrade For Rest Area
South Burnett Regional Council will spend $250,000 on upgrades to the Tipperary Flat rest area as a contribution towards Nanango’s 175th birthday celebrations in 2023.
More Upgrades For Industrial Estate
South Burnett Regional Council will invest $40,000 into designing Stage 2 of Wondai’s industrial estate to further improve access for B-double trucks.
Council, Apprentices Win Awards
Tarong Power Station employee James Christensen has been named the Darling Downs South West Apprentice of the Year.
