Storms Bring Welcome Rain
Wednesday afternoon’s storms brought smiles to many faces after a day of stifling heat but most South Burnett farmers will be hoping there’s still more rain around the corner.
Painting Delays Ringsfield Reopening
Painting and redecorating work at Nanango’s historic Ringsfield House have delayed its planned reopening by a fortnight.
A Fun Way To Start Learning
Nanango teacher Sarah Campbell has swapped schoolbooks for fingerpainting … and she wouldn’t have it any other way.
Nanango’s New Trees ‘Doing Fine’
Rumours that Nanango’s new pear trees are dying are untrue, acting South Burnett Mayor Cr Keith Campbell said today.
Council Defers Decision
On Low-Cost Housing
A proposal to expand the Taabinga housing estate to include low-cost housing in the form of a relocatable home park and multiple dwelling units will face further discussion following a motion at the SBRC’s December meeting.
Full Fields For Nanango Races
The Nanango Race Club will be holding its annual New Year’s Race Meeting at the Lee Park Raceway on Saturday.
Coomba Falls Boardwalk Back On Track
The boardwalk and steps leading down to Coomba Falls near Maidenwell will finally be completed early next year after the South Burnett Regional Council was forced to wait almost 12 months for parts
Have You Seen This Man?
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate 77-year-old Robert Fingland who was last seen in Nanango on Saturday afternoon
This ‘Doctor’ Makes Kitchen Calls
East Nanango tradesman Geoff Prior has been a cabinetmaker for 30 years, but now he’s taken his skills to a new level … after donning a white jacket (and a stethoscope), he’s now the “Kitchen Doctor GP”.
Nanango Woman Dies In Crash
A 20-year-old former Nanango woman was killed yesterday morning in a head-on smash on the D’Aguilar Highway.
Nanango Celebrates On Skates
The Blue Light Hall in George Street was the place to be to celebrate Christmas in Nanango
Couple Hurt In Rollover
An elderly couple was taken to Kingaroy Hospital for treatment after a single-vehicle crash near Nanango
Bill Comes Back With More
A crowd of about 50 friends, family members and Nanango residents gathered at Ringsfield House in Nanango for the official launch of local author Bill Andress’s latest book.
Lock It Up Or Lose It
Nanango Police are urging residents to pay special attention to securing their motorbikes after a spate of thefts in the area.
Big Day At The Markets
The Nanango Markets in December are always the biggest of the year … and Saturday’s effort was no exception as shoppers flocked to grab Christmas bargains.
Custom Birthday Treat
It’s not every day that you turn 101, so Margaret Francis had a special “customised” birthday experience
Wombie Raises An Impressive $1200
The fundraising campaign to help Murgon mum Shona Muckert pay for breakthrough surgery that will help her walk again received a $1200 boost at the weekend.
Motorbike Rider Dies
Police believe the death of a motorbike rider on Manumbar Road at Johnstown this morning was caused by a medical condition.
Blackout In Nanango
Ergon Energy work crews have replaced some equipment that was arcing on the top of an electricity pole near the Nanango netball courts.
Local Health Initiatives Get Funding
Several South Burnett health programs and providers have received a funding boost from Darling Downs South West Queensland Medicare Local.
