Lions Dig Deep To Support Research
The Wondai Lions Club welcomed a special group of cyclists and their support crew members on Thursday night who are raising funds for research into rare forms of ovarian cancer.
Heath Says ‘Thank You’ For Support
A former Benarkin man who suffered a series of major health challenges – and then became effectively homeless – after a simple foot injury has begun a new life at the coast after receiving long-term support from a South Burnett support group.
Hospital Honour For Lady Flo
A commitment made by then-Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk at the opening of the new Kingaroy Hospital four years ago became a reality on Tuesday.
Students Get Hands-On Experience
A group of students from Nanango and Kingaroy State high schools are enjoying a taste of what a career in health care could be like.
Officers Seize Smokes, Vapes, Cash
A multi-agency taskforce has seized illicit tobacco worth more that $23.4 million in raids across south-east Queensland.
Cannabis Use Linked To Psychosis
Young people who use cannabis daily are up to four times more likely to develop psychosis than those who don’t, according to a study led by UQ researchers.
Tarong Fund Helps Local Groups
Four South Burnett community groups will share in almost $115,000 from the Round 1 of the Tarong Community Partnership Fund for 2026.
Brekkie Raises Almost $3015
Last month’s Mayor’s Breakfast – which launched the South Burnett’s 2026 Relay For Life fundraising campaign – has raised $3014.78 for Cancer Council Queensland.
JEV Detected Again In Pigs
The Department of Primary Industries has issued a Biosecurity Alert after Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) was detected again recently in pigs in Queensland.
LifeFlight Thanks Its Volunteers
A “thank you” morning tea was hosted by the LifeFlight Foundation in Kingaroy on Tuesday for the many volunteers who raised funds over the past 12 months.
‘Big Marn’ Helps A Big Launch
The South Burnett’s annual Relay For Life fundraising campaign officially kicked off on Friday morning with some big news … the 2026 Relay will return to the overnight formula which was so popular in the old days!
Donation To Support Hospital
RES, the developers of the Tarong West Wind Farm at Ironpot, has worked with the Kingaroy Hospital Auxiliary to donate new dental equipment to Kingaroy Hospital.
SCRUM Tackles Mental Health
Youth group Iron & Clay brought their S.C.R.U.M. mental health and life-skills program to Kingaroy last Friday for a special one-off performance.
‘Child Safe’ Training In Kingaroy
Representatives from a number of South Burnett agencies and organisations working with children attended specialised in-person training in Kingaroy last week.
Tobacco Shops Closed … Again
Two Kingaroy stores allegedly selling illegal tobacco products have been ordered shut again by Queensland Health.
Why The First Minutes Matter!
It took only seconds for Mondure farmer Clive Weier, 89, to lose his right hand in an auger but a split-second reaction from his neighbour saved his life.
‘Big Marn’ For Big Brekkie
Former Maroon Darryl Brohman will be the guest speaker at next month’s Mayor’s Relay For Life brekkie.
Free Flu Vaccinations At Clinics
South Burnett residents are being urged to protect themselves against the flu ahead of winter by visiting a free vaccination clinic which will be travelling across the region.
Telestroke Service Comes To Kingaroy
Telestroke services will soon be available at Kingaroy Hospital following a commitment confirmed this week by Health Minister Tim Nicholls.
New Chair For Local Health Board
Current Darling Downs Hospital and Health Board member Merrilyn Strohfeldt has been appointed Chair of the organisation.
