Large Fire At Okeden
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services has issued an Advice alert in relation to a bushfire burning near Parishs Road at Okeden, just north of Proston.
St Peter’s Mystery Finally Solved
One of Proston’s most baffling mysteries was finally laid to rest on Wednesday when the remains of Charles Shepherd were reinterred at Proston’s cemetery.
Nanango Takes Ekka Trifecta
It was a big night for the Nanango Show Society on Saturday … not only did they host the annual dinner for South Burnett show societies, but their entrants were also selected to represent the region at this year’s Brisbane Ekka.
Girl Injured While Playing
The Sunshine Coast-based RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter was called into help a young girl after she fell playing hide and seek at a property near Proston on Sunday afternoon.
Local Businesses Make It To The Top
Proston business couple Nick and Anita Blanch didn’t take home a major prize from the 2018 WFI Insurance Small Business Achiever Awards on Friday night, but they’re not unhappy.
Proston Poppies Support Legacy
An unusual Anzac Day project paid off on Monday when Proston QCWA members presented a cheque for $1500 to Legacy.
Proston Joins Together For Easter
Proston looks set to have a new annual community celebration following the success of the Easter Parade and Proston Regatta on Saturday.
Helicopter Called Three Times
RACQ LifeFlight rescue helicopters have been called in three times so far this Easter long weekend to the Manar Park off-road recreational park at Boondooma.
Proston Blessed With Another Great Show
The Proston Show was “blessed with kind weather, green grass and a good range of exhibits” … these words from Federal MP Ken O’Dowd at the official opening summed up Saturday’s 60th annual show very nicely.
It’s All Go-Go For The Proston Show!
Proston’s Community Hall was studded with former Miss Proston Showgirls when the Proston Show Society held a 1960s-themed Show Ball to celebrate the era of go-go dancers and flower power.
PCYC Spreads Joy At Christmas
Brisbane nurse Micaela Conroy helped to spread Christmas cheer in the South Burnett this year with the help of some local volunteers.
New Moves For Proston Carnival
Proston traders opened their doors on Saturday night to welcome in late-night shoppers heading towards the new-look and relocated Christmas Carnival.
Storms Shake Up Region
Storms caused havoc in several parts of the South Burnett on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Healthy Message
At Proston Library
Community Health Nurse Kathy Crane has teamed up with Proston Library and the local ambulance service to help improve the health and well-being of some of the Proston’s smallest residents.
Proston Makes Its Mark
Visitors who use Proston’s new free caravan parking area will soon be able to enjoy something truly unique in the South Burnett.
Obituary: Gordon Buchanan
A funeral service will be held on Friday for former Wondai Shire councillor and well-known Proston identity Gordon Buchanan.
Gone But Not Forgotten … Farewell Ficus!
Proston’s famous footpath ficus plant is no more … local residents watched in stunned disbelief – and some with anger – as the hardy plant was given the chop on Monday.
Tearoom Restores A Proston Tradition
For the past four weeks Proston residents have been able to enjoy something people in most other South Burnett towns take for granted: going to a local cafe to enjoy a good cup of coffee and a slice of freshly-baked cake.
Visitors And Locals
Mingle Over Morning Tea
Proston Round Table joined with the Proston Men’s Shed to host a meet’n’greet on Easter Saturday
Proston To Launch
New Camping Area
The Proston Round Table community group will be officially launching the town’s new free overnight camping area on Saturday, April 15.
