Sports Grants For Four Schools
Four local schools have been allocated “Go For Gold” grants from the State Government to improve sporting infrastructure.
Language ‘Fosters Connection’
St Joseph’s School at Murgon has introduced a First Nations Language curriculum into classes this year, after consultations with local Elders.
Survey Finds High Levels Of Distress
A door-to-door mental health and wellbeing survey in Cherbourg, Kingaroy and Murgon has found 33 per cent of people reported consistently high, or very high, levels of distress.
Donation Boosts Community Fleet
The Graham House Community Transport Service has two shiny new Kia Carnivals, thanks to a generous donation by the Murgon Services Club.
Police Probe Break-Ins
Murgon Police are investigating a number of recent break-ins in Murgon and are urging anyone with information to contact them.
Support Group Hits A Purple Patch
April was the Parkinson’s Awareness month and the South Burnett Parkinson’s Support Group marked the occasion with a purple-themed morning tea recently at Murgon’s Welfare Drop In Centre.
Murgon Thief Released On Parole
A 20-year-old Murgon man charged over a string of break-ins, thefts and other offences around Murgon last September has been released on immediate parole.
Court To Rule On Evidence Dispute
A hearing was held Murgon Magistrates Court on Wednesday to determine whether four items requested by businessman Joe Prendergast’s defence team should be handed over by police.
Mick Celebrates 101 Years
World War II veteran Alfred “Mick” Purser turned 101 recently but that couldn’t stop him from attending Anzac Day commemorations at Murgon last week.
Big Crowds Gather Across Region
Huge crowds turned out in towns and villages across the South Burnett on Thursday to mark the 109th anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli.
Community Fun Day In Murgon
Graham House Community Centre will be honouring its volunteers at a special “CommUNITY Day” celebration.
Auxiliary Volunteers Win Award
The members of the Murgon Hospital Auxiliary are feeling very proud … and they have a right to feel chuffed.
More Delays In Prendergast Case
The hearing of rape charges against Moffatdale businessman Joe Prendergast faces further delays.
CTC Unveils New Look
Eagle-eyed residents will start noticing a new logo popping up soon on signs all around the South Burnett.
Carney’s To Host Meet’n’Greet
Carney’s Feed Store will be hosting the next bi-monthly catch-up organised by the Murgon Business & Development Association for local businesspeople.
Man Bashed During Robbery
Murgon police are hunting intruders who bashed a man unconscious during a robbery.
Expo Explores Youth Supports
The third annual Youth Services Expo attracted a host of service providers – and students – to the Barambah Youth Services Hub in Murgon last Friday.
Murgon Show Celebrates 100 Years
Murgon’s two-day Centenary Show celebration has been hailed a great success despite several hiccups outside the control of the organisers which potentially could have been a disaster.
$322,400 For Community Groups
A dozen not-for-profit community groups will share more than $322,400 in the latest round of Gambling Community Benefit Fund grants.
Motorbike Rider Injured
A motorbike rider was injured in a fall near Cherbourg on Saturday afternoon.
