Warbirds Make A Buzz
Kingaroy residents were treated to the sight of historic aircraft buzzing around the airport last weekend.
New Exhibition Dazzles And Delights
The Kingaroy Art Team who took over the operation of the Kingaroy Art Gallery on August 1 have chalked up record sales with their first art exhibition, “You Will Never Understand”.
Visitors Win Ladies Carnival
The highlight of last weekend’s bowls in the South Burnett was the Kingaroy’s Ladies Carnival.
Kingaroy Substation Deferred
The construction of a proposed Kingaroy South Substation due to begin in 2018 has been shelved until 2025
Helene (Almost) Scoops The Pool
The Yarraman Ladies Club have finalised their championship calendar, and Honour Board winners were posted on the club’s notice board at the last meeting. Past President Helene Johnson almost scooped the pool.
Meals On Wheels Says ‘Thank You’
Each year the wonderful work of our Meals on Wheels volunteers is celebrated at a special morning tea, and this year it was held in Kingaroy on September 10.
A Question For Every Day … RU OK?
It’s just three little words … but it could save a life: Are you okay? The South Burnett threw its weight behind RU OK? Day again this year with yellow balloons springing up in shops, cups of coffee on offer and free breakfasts in Nanango and Kingaroy.
Yarraman Celebrates Father’s Day
The Yarraman Ladies Club hosted Father’s Day celebrations a day early at the bowls club on Saturday
Local Women Fundraise For Longreach
When former Murgon Uniting Church minister Rev. Jenny Coombes and her husband were transferred west to Longreach, they didn’t expect they would be supporting their far-flung community through a devastating cycle of flood and drought.
Past Presidents Reflect
Time marches on, doesn’t it? And there was certainly plenty for Past President’s Day bowlers to reflect on when Yarraman Bowls Club members played on Saturday.
Landscapes Showcase Australia
Kingaroy Art Gallery’s latest exhibition – a double showing of landscapes and women – will be open for viewing from Tuesday (September 1) at the gallery in Haly Street.
Mollie Re-Elected For Second Term
Member for Gympie Tony Perrett paid a visit to Kingaroy last Wednesday.
Work To Begin Soon
On RSL Club Upgrade
Work on the refurbishment of the Kingaroy RSL Club will begin on September 14, following a vote in the favour of the project by members.
Can You Help The Hygiene Drive?
Can you imagine what it would be like to bathe without using soap? Or being unable to brush your teeth?
Martial Arts Tournament A Winner
Taabinga State School’s Sports Hall was packed on Sunday for the first International Sports Karate Association (ISKA) sponsored tournament held in the region.
Students Do Well In Equestrian Competition
Students from Saint Mary’s Catholic College have continued their run of success at the annual Fraser Coast Equestrian Competition in Maryborough.
Fraser Coast Cleans Up At Kingaroy
Bowlers from the Fraser Coast, Sunshine Coast and Burnett districts met at Kingaroy Bowls club recently to decide the Champion of Champions at the Zone level with the winners progressing to the State level.
Musical Strikes Up A Romance
Imminent strike action in a garment sweatshop is the unlikely subject of this musical
Open Day Will Offer Bargains
If you’re looking for a new pet at a bargain price, put a circle around Saturday, August 29 on your calendar now.
Big Changes At Art Gallery
The Kingaroy Art Gallery began a new stage of its long life today; it’s now run by KAT Inc
