Bursary Honours Late Elder
Applications are now open for Education Queensland’s “Bevan Costello Senior Bursary”, named in honour of the late Wakka Wakka Elder who died in 2021.
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.
Two Students With Big Dreams
What would you do if you were PM for a day? Cherbourg’s Reuben Simpson, 15, had the opportunity to experience a taste of life in Canberra recently.
Invitation To Young Artists
Hey kids! It’s time again to enter the annual Farm Safety calendar competition hosted by Workplace Health and Safety Queensland.
‘FlexiSpaces’ For Local Schools
Cherbourg State School and Nanango and Murgon State High Schools are among 34 schools across Queensland to get new “FlexiSpaces” to help students stay engaged.
Book Lovers Enjoy A Special Preview
Bookarama is back in Kingaroy … and this year, the St John’s P&F has experimented with a new way to raise a few more dollars (and have some fun).
Flowers Help Young Women Blossom
A dozen girls – all students at the Silver Lining school at Ficks Crossing – have created stunning floral arm pieces and crowns thanks to a unique arts program run in the South Burnett.
School Helps To ‘Sew’ Harmony
Students and staff members at Taabinga State School turned orange on Thursday as part of a celebration of diversity and inclusiveness at the school.
Bull Ride On This Saturday!
Tired of all the electioneering? How about heading out after voting on Saturday to the Tanduringie State School’s big fundraiser in Maidenwell!
Defib Installed At Benarkin SS
Benarkin State School has been congratulated on its purchase of a defibrillator, believed to be the first in the Benarkin community.
Maggie Wins Youth Of The Year
The always-hotly contested Kingaroy Lions Club Youth Of The Year competition is back after a three-year break!
Big Night At Coolabunia
Coolabunia State School P&C’s volunteers handled Reef’n’Beef like a pro even though it’s only their second try at running the popular event.
Schools Can Apply For $1000 Grants
Woolworths has invited South Burnett primary schools, childcare centres and kindies to apply for $1000 grants to encourage children to get involved in outdoor learning projects.
Student Job Board Unveiled
A new service designed to help South Burnett students find their first job is about to be launched online.
Students Start Energy Cadetships
Two South Burnett high school students are part of a new cadetship program in the energy industry, thanks to a partnership between Ergon Energy Network, Energex and TAFE Queensland.
Kingaroy Students Going Places
Have you noticed how fast the pace of life seems to be these days? This was certainly the case at the 2023 Kingaroy State High School formal on Friday night.
Murgon Year 12s Arrive In Style
There were anxious glances at the dark clouds forming overhead, but the storm stayed away for the arrivals at Murgon State High School’s formal on Thursday night.
Students Mark Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day falls on a Saturday this year, but that wasn’t going to stop the students from some of the South Burnett’s smallest schools marking the important occasion.
Nanango Teacher Wins Fellowship
Nanango State High School’s manual arts teacher, Stephen Anderson, will be jetting off to New York early next year after winning a prestigious Queensland fellowship.
