TRC Approves Flood Changes
The long process of identifying flood risks in the Toowoomba Regional Council area – a process begun after the 2010-11 floods – has finally drawn to a close.
‘Champion’ Leaves With A Long List
Cherbourg’s “Ministerial Champion” Dr Anthony Lynham visited the community on Tuesday … and left with a big wish list to take back with him to the State Government.
TRC Waives Some Charges
Toowoomba Regional Council has approved a number of measures to provide further relief to the community as it responds to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Big Ideas Shared At Cherbourg
Ideas ranging from from plastic recycling to arts sales in Brisbane were discussed during the visit of Queensland’s Chief Entrepreneur Leanne Kemp to Cherbourg on Friday.
Water Concerns Hosed Down
South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto has moved to hose down concerns Kingaroy is running out of water.
TRC Mayor Sees Bright Future
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio believes the long-term future for the Darling Downs is bright, despite the economic impacts of COVID-19.
What The Councillors Said
South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto delivered the annual Budget Address ahead of the adoption of Council’s 2020-21 Budget on Wednesday morning.
Duff Calls For Standpipe Review
Councillor Kathy Duff has called for a review of standpipe water prices after the South Burnett Regional Council recently increased charges by almost 150 per cent.
Council’s ‘Zero Rise’ Budget
Most South Burnett ratepayers will pay no more for their general rates in 2020-21 – although some charges will rise.
TRC To Vote On Tip Plan
Uncertainty about the future direction of Yarraman’s waste transfer site has been cleared up.
Standpipe Price Rise Stays
South Burnett Regional Council has doubled down on its decision to raise the cost of standpipe water by almost 150 per cent, despite community outrage from some affected consumers.
Cool Ute Effort Raises $1500
It’s no secret that South Burnett Regional Council CEO Mark Pitt loves his Holden ute … but enough to sleep in it?
Upgrade For Airport
Runway lighting at Wondai Aerodrome will be upgraded as part of the South Burnett Regional Council’s Works For Queensland COVID round funding.
Council Wants You!
South Burnett Regional Council has put a call out for volunteers to help at the region’s Visitor Information Centres.
W4Q Boost For Goomeri
Goomeri and Kilkivan could prove to be the big winners from the State Government’s latest Works For Queensland council grants round.
WDRC Offers Free Dog Registrations
Dog owners in the Western Downs Regional Council area will be receiving a bonus thanks to COVID-19.
Water Study Identifies Key Projects
A proposal to construct a water recycling plant at Swickers’ pig abattoir in Kingaroy is the key new item on a proposed shortlist of possible future South Burnett water projects.
New Circuit Extends Link
The Link trail that connects Yarraman to Kingaroy via Nanango is barely a year old, but it is now about 60 per cent bigger.
Issues Discussed At Mondure
A barbecue hosted by the Mondure Rural Fire Brigade on Friday night provided an opportunity for community members to air issues of concern with the South Burnett Regional Council.
Strong Response To Petition
Organisers are stunned with the response to a petition to convert Murgon’s doomed Target Country store into a small format Kmart.
