Water Supply Interruptions
South Burnett Regional Council has advised that Kingaroy, Blackbutt and Benarkin residents will have their water supply interrupted intermittently over the next few weeks due to water main and fire hydrant cleaning.
Job Applications Open For Motel
People interested in working at a new motel in Kingaroy should contact a local employment agency
Fun Run Raises $4000 For MS
The inaugural Inverlaw Walk For MS on Sunday attracted more than double the expected number of participants and raised more than $4000 for Multiple Sclerosis Queensland.
Free Webinar On
Women’s Heart Health
A free webinar on heart health for women will be held at Kingaroy Hospital on Wednesday, June 11 as part of the Heart Foundation’s Go Red For Women campaign.
Having A Ball To Help Charity
The second annual Mayoral Charity Gala Ball has raised more than $20,000 for local charities and not-for-profit groups.
Kindy Enjoys A Supa Boost
The Kingaroy Kindergarten is more than $1350 better off after taking part in SupaIGA Kingaroy’s monthly fundraising program.
Calling All Local Cyclists!
Some of Australia’s best cyclists will be coming to the South Burnett later this month … and local riders have been invited to join in the fun!
Cut Prices For The Kindest Cut
Kingaroy vet Stephen Upton hopes residents will take advantage of a new desexing campaign
Local Artist To Exhibit In Manila
South Burnett artist Cherry Carroll will soon be unveiling her first overseas art exhibition
New Name For Cadets
The St John Ambulance Cadets in Kingaroy have a new name.
Awesome Music With A Message
It’s not great having a mental illness, but it’s awesome to know there’s help available and that you can get better.
More Thefts From Cars
The recent spate of thefts from motor vehicles continued at the weekend with a number of vehicles being targeted in the Kingaroy Heights area.
Youth Jailed Again … This Time
For Spitting On A Police Officer
A 17-year-old youth who was sentenced to jail in Murgon Court on Wednesday, was back in Kingaroy Court today after he spat on a police officer on his way back to the cells.
Vandals Target Girl Guides Hut
Continuing attacks by vandals at the Kingaroy Girl Guides Hut have left the troop looking to raise $4000 to complete repairs – or get help from local businesses and tradespeople.
South Burnett ‘Cheaper Than Brisbane’
It’s 10 per cent cheaper to live in the South Burnett than it is in Brisbane, according to a new report by the Queensland Government Statistician’s Office.
Students Pause In Reconciliation
Students at two local Catholic schools paused this week to mark three significant Reconciliation events: Sorry Day, Reconciliation Week and Mabo Day.
‘Doing’ Time At Kingaroy Court
Hopes that Kingaroy may get a new or renovated courthouse following the recent visit of Attorney-General Jarrod Blejie seem distant, but the good news is the courthouse clock is going to be repaired.
More Shops, Jobs … It’s Kingaroy North
A multi-million dollar commercial development which will reshape the northern outskirts of Kingaroy – and create hundreds of jobs – is one step closer to reality following the successful purchase of the land by local developers.
Panthers, Wests Win The Points
South Burnett soccer was a mixed bag this week but football fans got to see some good games nonetheless
$600,000 Win On Scratchie
A South Burnett resident is $600,000 richer following a $3 punt on an Instant Scratch-Its ticket sold at the Lucky Charm Newsagency in Haly Street, Kingaroy.
