Councils Focus On Water
Water – or rather, the lack of it – has been a topic of great concern lately for local councils.
Obituary Earl Pratt: 1937-2021
Former Murgon Shire councillor – and well-known local businessman – Earl Pratt died on Saturday morning, aged 84.
Federal MPs Called To Crisis Meeting
Four Federal MPs were told they must “do something” to address the tragic suicide rate in Cherbourg at a crisis meeting held in the Cherbourg Council Chambers on Friday.
Council To Discuss Water Projects
South Burnett Regional Council plans to seek support for water projects under the latest round of the State Government’s “Building Our Regions” grants program.
Council Reminder On Pool Laws
Toowoomba Regional Council is reminding residents that any pool that can hold 30cm or more of water – even temporary inflatable pools, – must have a compliant swimming pool safety barrier in place at all times.
Forum To Discuss Business Issues
An economic development forum will be held in Nanango on October 12 to shine a light on issues affecting business and the community across the South Burnett.
Council Picks Final Water Projects
South Burnett Regional Council will spend $579,000 to advance six water projects across the region.
U3A Plans Take Shape
A steering committee has been formed to nurture the establishment of a University Of The Third Age (U3A) group in the South Burnett.
Council To Seek Grant For Hall
Moore Soldiers Memorial Hall Association’s plans to repaint the building will receive a helping hand from Somerset Regional Council.
Works On Cherbourg Road
A section of Cherbourg Road will be reduced to single-lane traffic next week while roadworks take place.
Council Deficit $3.4m Below Forecast
South Burnett Regional Council’s deficit for 2020-21 is expected to be $3.4 million lower than originally forecast.
Our Loss Is Gympie’s Gain
South Burnett Regional Council will transfer a 2.679ha block of land to Gympie Regional Council to help tidy up the border between the two regions.
Full Steam Ahead For Kumbia
Kumbia’s CBD upgrade will be completed by Christmas next year, even if it winds up costing more than originally planned.
Council Backflips On Magpies
South Burnett Regional Council will hire a contract bird catcher to relocate dangerous magpies from Council land.
North Burnett Mayor Quits
North Burnett mayor Rachel Chambers will quit Council on December 11.
Council To Examine Weir Plan
South Burnett Regional Council will investigate a proposal that a weir be built on Barambah Creek to expand irrigation in the Moffatdale area.
TRC Calls For Wivenhoe Upgrade
Toowoomba Regional Council will write to the State Government urging an immediate upgrade to the Wivenhoe Pump Station, saying it is critical to the future growth of the Toowoomba region.
Special Holiday Treat For Kids
The popular crew from Blue Gum Farm TV will be coming to Kingaroy next week as part of a special school holiday treat for local children.
Group To Advise On Gardens
South Burnett Regional Council will invite people with an in-depth knowledge of plants to join a new Botanical Advisory Committee.
CCTV Cameras In Forecourt
CCTV cameras have been installed around the perimeter of the South Burnett Regional Council administration building, library, hall and forecourt in Kingaroy.
