This Is A Win Nobody Should Want
The South Burnett’s regional economy is of concern to just about everyone.
Buy Australian? Yes, Please!
A recent call by the ACTU for the Federal Government introduce a “Buy Australian” Act which would require all major government projects and services to use locally manufactured goods has a lot of merit, we think.
Please Focus On The Real Issues
R U Ok? Well, actually no … I am quite disturbed.
Hasten Slowly On Voting Reform
As the results of the Federal Election come trickling in there’s been a lot of talk that there has to be a better way.
Australian Voters Aren’t Stupid
Australia let itself down badly at Saturday’s Federal election.
Turning The Corner?
The South Burnett’s economy has taken a bit of a hiding over the last five years.
Complaints Review Long Overdue
The announcement by Deputy Premier Jackie Trad that the State Government will review how complaints about mayors and councillors are managed is welcome, and long overdue.
Facebook: Is It A Woman’s World?
Strange but true: Facebook in the South Burnett seems to be largely a woman’s world.
A Win For Common Sense
The recent local government elections on March 19 appear to have been a win for common sense.
Why I Assaulted Grant Newson
On Monday this week I attended Kingaroy Magistrates Court to answer a charge of common assault that had been filed against me after a complaint to police by Mayoral candidate Grant Newson.
Road Levy Or Fewer Services?
With the four-yearly local government elections now just over a month away, it seems clear the Road Levy remains an issue South Burnett candidates will need to address openly and honestly.
I Pledge To Not Do It …
Hand on heart, I’m asking you … please don’t do it! That is, put your hand on your heart.
Serious Times Need Not-So-Serious People
Forty years ago, something remarkable happened in Australia … an elected government was replaced without an election, and an Opposition Leader promoted to Prime Minister.
Time To End The War On Drugs?
News last week that South Burnett police discovered 21 drug drivers out of 200 roadside drug tests in a recent weekend blitz has come as a shock to many people.
Some Very Big Shoes To Fill
The announcement by South Burnett Mayor Wayne Kratzmann at this year’s Mayor’s Gala Charity Ball that he will not be recontesting the position at the next Council elections in March 2016 has come like a bombshell to many people.
Show Us The Money
At the South Burnett Regional Council’s May meeting, Councillors voted unanimously to press the Federal Government for a fairer slice of the taxation pie.
Lest We Forget Or Have We Already?
Just in case you haven’t noticed, we’re now less than a month from the centenary of Anzac Day.
Is Free Trade Bad For Our Health?
If the recent Hepatitis A scare caused by frozen Chinese berries has you concerned about eating imported foods, you’re not alone.
A Dangerous Lack Of Caring
There’s been a lot of chatter following the tragic events in Sydney … from the totally predictable and racist ravings of such groups as the Australian Defence League to more reasoned commentary on bail laws.
Wishing Doesn’t Make It So
In July this year – shortly after the South Burnett Regional Council handed down its 2014-15 Budget – southburnett.com.au did some research to determine how the South Burnett’s rates stack up against neighbouring councils.
