Optus Upgrades Towers For 4G
Optus says it will soon be offering 4G services to its customers in Kingaroy but they may face some temporary disruptions as the towers are upgraded.
Jodi’s Spreading Her Wings
Kingaroy businesswoman Jodi Cornell has been selling her wares online for the past six years … now she’s hoping to convert that success into a bricks-and-mortar business.
Tour Historic Taabinga Homestead
Taabinga Homestead will be holding an Open Day during the October long weekend, providing a rare opportunity for visitors and locals alike to view this historically significant property.
Exhibition Showcases Region’s Best
Visitors who drop into the Kingaroy Art Gallery during the South Burnett and Cherbourg On Show long weekend will be able to see a wide and varied exhibition from some of the region’s best artists.
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
