Hats On For Proston’s Easter
Proston couldn’t let Easter 2021 pass without some sort of local celebration at the weekend.
Cattle Star At Proston Show
The annual Proston Show was one of the few local shows to go ahead in 2020 and organisers weren’t going to allow COVID-19 rules and regulations to stop it going ahead in 2021.
Proston Pub Offers Grants
The Golden Spurs Hotel in Proston has jumped on board a great idea and is offering a string of community grants to local not-for-profit groups.
Free Course To Target Wellbeing
A free, six-week course focussing on health and resilience will kick off in Proston on Wednesday morning (February 24).
Man Charged Over Shooting
Detectives have charged a 55-year-old man following an investigation into the wounding of a man in Proston on November 20.
Proston Residents Welcome Santa
The residents of Wondai Road at Proston are celebrating after their slice of the South Burnett was selected as this year’s Santa Claus Lane.
Grants Sought For Rail Trail, Saleyards
The South Burnett Regional Council will seek Federal Government funding to build the Proston-Hivesville Rail Trail and upgrade the Coolabunia Saleyards.
Shooting Inquiries Continue
Police investigations into an alleged shooting at Proston are continuing.
Boost For Proston Men’s Shed
The Proston Men’s Shed will receive $59,972 from the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal as part of its Tackling Tough Times Together grant program for drought-affected communities.
Smithfield Donates Two Classy Steers
Proston P-10 students are looking forward to a big year on the rural show circuit after a generous donation to the school by Smithfield Cattle Co.
Man Shot At Proston
A man was airlifted to hospital after being shot on a private property at Proston on Friday evening.
Man Crushed Under Trailer
A man has been airlifted to hospital with multiple injuries after he was crushed under a boat trailer in the South Burnett.
More Gambling Grants Announced
Five local community groups will be sharing nearly $100,000 from Round 105 of the State Government’s Gambling Community Benefit Fund.
Proston Pool To Reopen
South Burnett Regional Council has advised the Proston Swimming Pool will reopen on Monday.
Show Society Grants Announced
The Show Societies Grants Program provides financial support for operating costs associated with conducting annual agricultural shows, and costs towards the construction and maintenance of showground assets.
Proston’s History Lives On
Two new books detailing special pieces of Proston’s history have now gone on sale.
Man Hurt In Motorbike Crash
Paramedics were called to a private property near Proston on Tuesday evening after reports of a motorcycle crash.
Issues Discussed At Mondure
A barbecue hosted by the Mondure Rural Fire Brigade on Friday night provided an opportunity for community members to air issues of concern with the South Burnett Regional Council.
Freestays Pay Off For Proston
A free 48-hour caravan and RV parking area in Proston which opened a little more than three years ago is starting to pay steady dividends for the town.
Numbers Up At Proston Show
Numbers were up at Proston’s 62nd annual show on Saturday … more horse entries, more cattle, more politicians and most importantly, more people through the gate.
