Tourists ‘Spent $385m In Region’
More than five million people visited the South Burnett region in 2023, according to statistics released by local tourism organisation Visit South Burnett (VSB).
Pub Named As Finalist
The Linville Hotel has been named as a finalist in the annual Grey Nomad Awards, run by Awards Absolute.
Tourism Team Re-Elected
The executive committee of the Visit South Burnett local tourism organisation was re-elected at the group’s recent AGM.
TRC Extends Woolshed Model
Toowoomba Regional Council has agreed to continue managing the historic Jondaryan Woolshed, at least for the next three years.
South Burnett ‘Most Hospitable’
Airbnb users have rated the South Burnett as one of Australia’s most hospitable regions, according to data supplied by the short-term homestay company.
A Long Journey Ends In Triumph
“After five years of hard work, this day has finally arrived …” The emotion in Leo Geraghty’s voice as he spoke summed up the significance of last week’s official opening of “55 Million Years Ago”.
Railway Dream Becomes A Reality
The long journey by the Murgon Men’s Shed to secure a steam locomotive to park beside the South Burnett Rail Trail was finally realised on Monday with the unveiling of C17 No 763.
Survey Supports Public Transport
Local tourism organisation Visit South Burnett (VSB) has urged local groups, organisations and businesses to write letters of support in favour of the introduction of public transport in the region.
Wineries Win Big At State Awards
South Burnett winemakers walked away with a swag of medals at this year’s Queensland Wine Awards.
Country Muster Celebrates 20 Years
A wild hailstorm – and a blackout – on Friday night may have tossed things around a bit at the 2023 Heritage Nanango Country Muster but it couldn’t stop the music for long at the four-day festival.
Did You ‘Avo Good Time In Blackbutt?
Blackbutt’s annual celebration of everything avocado attracted crowds to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail parkland near Memorial Hall on Saturday.
Official Opening Of Bike Trails
The multi-million dollar Mountain Bike Trails project at Russell Park was officially opened with a small ceremony at Fishers Lookout on the Bunya Mountains on Saturday morning.
55 Million Years Ago Comes To Life
Here’s a special sneak peek inside Murgon’s multi-million dollar art gallery and fossil museum which is rapidly taking shape in Macalister Street!
Wine Tourism Grants Open
Applications for Round 5 of Wine Australia’s Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grants program is now open for wine producers.
Open Day At Camp Duckadang
Lions Camp Duckadang – on the upper reaches of the Brisbane River – is holding an Open Day on Saturday to allow groups to “road test” the facilities.
Proston Gears Up For Centenary
The Proston and District Heritage Association has unveiled some of the activities planned for the town’s huge Centenary weekend!
Heritage Lives On At Stonehouse
More than 800 visitors from across south-east Queensland took advantage of the great weather at the weekend to visit the old Stonehouse at Moore.
Brisbane Our Main Tourist Market
Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast are the South Burnett’s three main sources of tourists, according to a recent study carried out at the region’s Visitor Information Centres (VICs).
10pc Dam Discount For Locals
South Burnett residents can get a 10 per cent discount on campsites and cabins at the region’s two dams if they book in non-peak periods.
Council Negotiating With VSB
South Burnett Regional Council is in the process of negotiating a new agreement with local tourism organisation, Visit South Burnett (VSB).
