New Cellar Door For Wondai
The Kingaroy-Murgon Rail Trail has produced its first new tourism offering … or will, once liquor licensing requirements are met.
Mini-Visitor Information Centre For Dam
South Burnett Regional Council plans to set up a mini-Visitor Information Centre at Yallakool Tourist Park at Bjelke-Petersen Dam.
New Wine Trail Map Coming Soon
The South Burnett Wine Industry Association will release an updated version of the South Burnett Wine Trail map and tourist guide next month.
Region Sold On Billboards
The South Burnett’s major tourism attractions are now being promoted on billboards, thanks to a deal struck between South Burnett Directions and a large billboard advertising company.
Tourism Plan Splits Council
A proposal to adopt a South Burnett Regional Tourism Strategy was laid on the table at Wednesday’s Council meeting after Cr Kathy Duff called for the matter to be given more consideration.
Funding For ‘Missing Link’
Years of campaigning by local enthusiasts has paid off with the State Government confirming on Tuesday it has approved funding to complete the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail between Toogoolawah and Moore.
Here’s Cheers To A New Hotel
The South Burnett has a new hotel following the official launch of the Bunya Mountains Tavern at Dandabah on Wednesday night.
Council Seeks Tourism Ideas
Toowoomba Regional Council is offering residents the chance to have their say on what the future for tourism and events should look like in the region.
Rail Trail Draws 11,000 A Year
The Yarraman-Linville Rail Trail has been hosting an average of 31 users per day – or more than 11,000 users per annum – for almost the last three years.
Council Seeks Input On Tourism Strategy
“Tourism is a vital and growing part of the Toowoomba Region economy and has great potential for jobs growth and attracting visitors and business to the region, Toowoomba Regional Council Cr Geoff McDonald said last week.
Colinton Boys Won’t Be Forgotten
The official launch of a new history book detailing the stories behind the names on the historic Colinton War Memorial was launched on Saturday.
Delightful On A Sunday (And A Monday)
One of the South Burnett’s best-kept secrets for a relaxing afternoon lunch is tucked away on a dirt road about 20km south-west of Kingaroy.
Enjoy A Long Lunch Over The Long Weekend
Some people say the long, lazy lunch died in the 1990s. And that may be true. But only in the cities.
No Need To Fudge Mondays
Ever wondered how fudge is made? If you have, you can find out all about it if you drop by Taste South Burnett’s cellar door on Monday, October 5.
‘For Sale’ Sign Dashes Dream
The dream of a new multi-million motel and conference centre development in Kingaroy has evaporated
Take A Wine Master Class This Weekend
If you’ve ever wondered how grapes get turned into wine, you can have all your questions answered at one of the South Burnett’s largest wineries during the October long weekend.
Italian Festival Draws Bumper Crowd
Between 700 and 800 people travelled to Moffatdale Ridge for the South Burnett’s first-ever Italian Festival
Spend Saturday Morning At The Markets
If you love browsing through country markets and you’re visiting the South Burnett or Cherbourg over the October long weekend, make sure you get to Nanango on Saturday morning, October 3.
Rise In International Visitors
International visitor numbers to Southern Queensland Country have increased 5.6 per cent to 51,000 visitors, according to figures released today.
Nominations Invited
For Chairman’s Award
Southern Queensland Country Tourism has launched a new award for local tourism operators: the SQCT Chairman’s Award.
