Birds Star At Saturday Market
Bird lovers flocked to the Kingaroy Showground on Saturday for the South Burnett Aviculture Society’s special bird sale and market.
Americans Enjoy A Taste Of Aussie Life
A group of young US politicians wound up a four-day visit to the South Burnett with a barbecue at the Tessmann family’s property “Hillside” at Coolabunia on Friday night.
Murgon Wins ‘Battle’ For Gun
A “cold war” between Murgon and Kingaroy over the location of a World War II 25 pounder artillery piece came to a head on Friday with the gun heading on back up the Bunya Highway to Murgon.
Wheelie Big Help For Graham House
Graham House’s transport scheme now has three special wheelchairs thanks to a special Huston Nissan promotion
Work To Begin On Wastewater Plant
The South Burnett Regional Council has given the formal go-ahead for construction of Kingaroy’s new Wastewater Treatment Plant
Search Begins For Outback Joe
The serious competition to find Outback Joe began today …
Hospital Wants Feedback
New boxes have been provided at Kingaroy Hospital so visitors can give feedback on their experiences.
UAVs Ready For Take-Off!
If confidence is the magic ingredient, there’s absolutely no doubt Outback Joe will be rescued in the next few days, and the $50,000 prize money in the elusive Outback Challenge will finally be distributed.
Bail Refused On Hold-Up Charge
A 21-year-old Caboolture South man charged over the armed robbery of the Shell Service Station in Nanango on September 15 was refused bail when he appeared in Kingaroy Magistrates Court today.
Old Machinery Wins Over New Fans
There was everything from draught horses and steam engines, to chaff cutters and Mack trucks at the Kingaroy & District Vintage Machinery Club’s annual rally at the weekend.
Entries Invited For Art Competition
South Burnett residents have been invited to enter an art competition to help mark Mental Health Week.
Christmas Carnival Needs A Hand
Kingaroy Christmas Carnival is struggling to find enough sponsors and volunteers for this year’s event
All A-Buzz About Beekeeping
The South Burnett may get its first-ever beekeeping club after an Open Day at Burnett Beekeeping Supplies in Kingaroy on Saturday attracted around 35 interested visitors.
Tour A Winery, Have A Pizza
If you’ve ever wondered how grapes get turned into wine, you can have all your questions answered at one of the South Burnett’s largest wineries during the October long weekend.
Gallery Welcomes Spring
Kingaroy’s Nimue Art Gallery is playing host to nine of the region’s most talented female artists this month
Bishop Drops In For A Visit
St Mary’s Catholic Parish in Kingaroy has a special guest at their Dinner Dance on Saturday night
Cheques To Support Local Groups
The Lions Club of Kingaroy handed over cheques to two local not-for-profit organisations at its recent meeting.
Historic Fords Help Keep Angels Flying
Three Model T Fords motored into Kingaroy on Monday on the first leg of a 16,000km journey
Little Athletes Sign Up For Fun
South Burnett Little Athletics Club held its second sign-on morning for the upcoming season on Sunday
Colleen’s Running Off To The Beach
Go Getta Girls founder Colleen Gunn is confident the popular Kingaroy-based running club will keep on pounding the pavement in pink long after she leaves the area.
