$3.2m Council Deficit Tipped
South Burnett Regional Council’s projected $4.65 million deficit for 2021-22 may actually come in at $3.2 million, according to Mayor Brett Otto.
Historic Plaque To Be Replaced
Western Downs Regional Council will replace a memorial plaque to coincide with the centenary of the opening of The Soldiers Road to the Bunya Mountains.
Council, Business Groups Sign Charter
South Burnett Regional Council and seven South Burnett business and community groups signed the Small Business Friendly Councils charter on Wednesday.
Yarraman Footpath Upgraded
Toowoomba Regional Council has completed the upgrade of the Toomey Street footpath in Yarraman.
TRC Surveys Residents
Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking feedback from residents across the region – including Yarraman – about how they use community facilities.
Alleged Stalker Granted Bail
The former campaign manager for South Burnett councillor Scott Henschen has been granted bail with strict conditions after an hour-long hearing in Murgon Magistrates Court.
Water, Sewerage Charges Set To Rise
Water access, water usage and some sewerage charges are set to rise across the South Burnett next financial year.
Nanango Pool Costs ‘Shock’
South Burnett Regional Council will invite tenders for changing room upgrades at Nanango’s swimming pool after receiving quotes that exceeded expectations.
Rail Trail Decision Deferred
The South Burnett Regional Council will defer a decision on the future of a proposed Proston-Hivesille Rail Trail to an unspecified future date.
Ringsfield’s Future Known In June
A management plan for the future of Nanango’s Ringsfield House will be debated at the South Burnett Regional Council’s June Community standing committee meeting.
Council Considers Clean Sweep
Filthy footpaths in the South Burnett’s CBDs may become less common if the South Burnett Regional Council decides to invest in commercial scrubbing equipment.
Automated Waste Plan Rubbished
Maidenwell will get a new waste transfer station soon … but it will probably not be automated after councillors queried the estimated $350,000 cost.
Mayor Welcomes Jobs Growth
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio has welcomed a fall in the region’s unemployment figures, including a large drop in the youth unemployment rate.
Western Downs CEO Resigns
Western Downs Regional Council CEO Ross Musgrove has announced his resignation after six years in the role.
Prime Site Sparks Developer Interest
Post-pandemic interest in regional real estate has revived the prospects of a sale for the South Burnett Regional Council’s former Pound Street depot.
Mayor Responds To Criticism
southburnett.com.au invited Mayor Brett Otto to respond to criticism made on Monday by former South Burnett mayor Keith Campbell.
Wrecking Ball For Tinny Hall?
A dangerous, asbestos-lined hall at Tingoora could be demolished … but only if the majority of Tingoora’s residents agree.
Rail Trail Users Reject Sub-Lease Plea
Farmers who want to sub-lease rail corridor land between Murgon and Proston should pay for it, according to the South Burnett Rail Trail Users Association.
Ex-Mayor: Hard Decisions Ahead
Former mayor Keith Campbell has quizzed current mayor Brett Otto over the South Burnett’s finances and the recent decision not to call in outside consultants to cast “fresh eyes” over Council’s balance sheet.
Spillway Costs Threaten TRC Budget
The cost of upgrading spillways and flood crest levels at Cressbrook and Cooby dams is so extreme it could damage Toowoomba Regional Council’s credit rating with Queensland Treasury, the Council has warned.
