$200,000 Grant For Plenty Foods
Kingaroy’s Plenty Foods will upgrade its oil processing facilities in 2023 after the State Government agreed to underwrite almost a third of the estimated $690,000 cost.
Big Crowd For BaconFest
Kingaroy’s BaconFest made a welcome reappearance on the weekend, with organisers claiming a new attendance record for the festival’s third outing.
Are You Ready To Pig Out?
Noticed all the pink pigs that have sprung up lately in and around Kingaroy? Yes, it’s BaconFest time … and here’s your easy guide to what’s happening and when!
Aquatic Centre Upgrades Complete
The South Burnett Aquatic Centre at Nanango has reopened to the public after renovations.
Students Display Their Talents
Kingaroy Art Gallery is filled this month with vibrant and enthusiastic art by students from Kingaroy State High School.
Can You Help?
The small community committee that has been organising the annual Christmas Day lunch in Kingaroy has put out an appeal for help.
Rider Assessed After Crash
A motorbike rider was assessed by paramedics after a crash on Rae Street, Kingaroy, on Monday afternoon.
Digital Art Brings Janagatha To Life
Blackbutt artist and author Janet Skinner has brought her “Janagatha” illustrated children’s story to the big screen thanks to a unique partnership between local artists and a videographer.
Residents Launch Solar Farm Petition
A group of local residents opposed to the construction of a solar farm on the outskirts of Kingaroy has launched a petition calling for a change in solar farm guidelines.
Enjoy Some Warmth In Winter
Looking for a cheap night out with free entertainment and food? Then mark your calendars for Friday, August 12.
Work Starts On New EV Unit
The new Glendon Street community hub in Kingaroy will feature an electric vehicle recharging station, courtesy of Phase 3 of the State Government’s “Electric Super Highway”
Three Drivers Charged
Three drivers have been charged after allegedly failing roadside tests last Thursday by Kingaroy police.
Hungry Jacks Coming To Town
The 1373 members of the “Kingaroy Needs A Hungry Jacks” social media group should be celebrating … their dream has come true!
Three Drivers To Face Court
Kingaroy police have charged two women with drug-driving offences after separate incidents on July 18.
Former Refugee Seeks Our Help
A former refugee who has lived in Australia for 11 years is hoping the Kingaroy community may be able to help him bring out more members of his persecuted Banyamulenge community to Australia.
Man Charged After Rooftop Stand-Off
Murgon detectives have charged a man with more than 30 offences – including serious assault of police – following a rooftop stand-off in Kingaroy last Tuesday.
Disaster Group Lifts Alert Status
The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group moved its readiness status to “Stand Up” on Friday morning in response to locally heavy rainfall.
Students Explore An Exciting Future
About 850 students explored the annual South Burnett Careers Market on Thursday … and their future career choices!
Two Crashes In Two Hours
Police were called to two traffic crashes in Kingaroy suburban streets in less than two hours last Tuesday (July 12).
New EV Station For Kingaroy
Transport Minister Mark Bailey has announced that a new electric vehicle charging station will open in Kingaroy in August.
