Council Angered By Grants Cut
Local Government Minister Steven Miles should “get off his backside” and fix a funding cut which could force the South Burnett Regional Council to lift rates by 5 per cent next year.
New Collar For Dangerous Dogs
Regulated dogs across Queensland must wear a specific type of distinctive red and yellow striped collar from January 1.
Council Offers 11 Traineeships
South Burnett Regional Council is offering 11 First Start traineeships in 2022, funded by the State Government.
Council To Revisit Kerbside Recycling
South Burnett Regional Council is expected to survey residents next year to test their appetite for a kerbside recycling service.
2022 Awards At Blackbutt
South Burnett Regional Council’s 2022 Australia Day Awards will be held at Blackbutt Showgrounds on Sunday, January 23.
Mayor Slams Funding Cut
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio has slammed a decision by the Queensland Local Government Grants Commission to cut the financial contribution to his council.
Council Supports Vax Roll-Out
South Burnett Regional Council will write to the State Government on Monday to say it will continue to support the COVID vaccination roll-out across the region.
$1.6m Upgrade Gets Green Light
South Burnett Regional Council has given the green light for the $1.6 million upgrade to the Blackbutt CBD streetscape and footpath areas.
WDRC Appoints New CEO
Western Downs Regional Council has appointed long-serving staff member Jodie Taylor as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Council Seeks Help On River
Somerset Regional Council is “extremely disappointed” the State Government has not responded to its calls for help to protect the riverbeds and banks in the mid-Brisbane River.
Council Issues COVID Reminder
South Burnett Regional Council has reminded businesses of the restrictions that are coming into effect on Friday, December 17.
Murgon Water ‘Discoloured’
Murgon’s water supply has been affected by recent flash flooding in Barambah Creek.
Disaster Committee Stands Down
The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Committee has stood down.
Mayor Urges Caution On Roads
Toowoomba Regional Council has urged motorists to be safe, saying there are still about 30 road closures in place around the region.
Summer Fun At Libraries
The Summer Reading Club is back at local libraries this school holidays!
Council To Get Flood Disaster Aid
Disaster assistance has been extended to support the South Burnett Regional Council’s flood recovery efforts.
Ralph Hands Over The Reins
Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre volunteer Ralph Argue has spread the word about the South Burnett to visitors for the past 15 years.
Ficks Crossing Closed
South Burnett Regional Council has advised that Ficks Crossing is closed due to local flooding.
Hey True Blue!
Motorists driving through Moore will notice a new splash of colour on the northern side of the D’Aguilar Highway.
Many Major Roads Currently Cut
On Wednesday afternoon, the South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group released a list of the major roads currently closed within the region.
