Two History Events Coming Up
Former Nanango mayor Reg McCallum will be the guest speaker at Friday’s “History Morning” at Nukku Nook
Maxi Fun For Mini Club
No you weren’t imagining it, there were a LOT of Minis on South Burnett roads at the weekend.
Uni Students Lend A Hand
Some of the Durong Dingo Sanctuary’s immediate fencing problems have been solved … thanks to fundraising, generous donations and the help of a bunch of eager young volunteers.
Tourism Numbers Rise 11.3pc
New research released by Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) today estimates there has been an 11.3 per cent rise in domestic tourism across the Southern Queensland Country region in the year ending March 2015.
Tourism Association May Wind Up Soon
The South Burnett Tourism Association (SBTA) may close down in a fortnight, leaving the region’s tourist operators without a voice in the way the region is promoted to potential visitors in the future.
Not The Time To Throw In The Towel
It’s deeply ironic – and slightly tragic – the South Burnett Tourism Association will be voting on whether or not to dissolve itself in the middle of this month.
Universe Opens Up In Kingaroy
The Kingaroy Observatory has formally opened its doors to the public after its long move from Maidenwell
Upgrade For Historic Tunnel
Visitors to the Muntapa railway tunnel near Cooyar will enjoy easier access after recent work by Council
New Grant For Ration Shed
The Ration Shed Museum gave heartfelt thanks to the Federal Government today for its renewed support
Back Home … At Last!
It’s been four months in the making. But on Friday night, eager visitors finally got to inspect it
Tourists Hit The Roads
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington says a report released recently by the Department of Tourism shows an increase in drive tourism In Queensland during 2014 – including an almost 5 per cent rise for the Southern Queensland Country region.
Free Camping Area Pays Off
Sprucing up the formerly run-down Murgon Caravan Park and converting it into a free 48-hour camping ground appears to have paid off for the South Burnett Regional Council and Murgon’s businesses.
Are You Getting Ready To Run?
The second annual Reconciliation Fun Run (or walk) is on again this Sunday from Murgon to Cherbourg!
Local Wineries Win National Awards
Four South Burnett wine outlets have won six awards from Gourmet Traveller Wine magazine
South Burnett Hits The Streets
Create it, and they will come … that was the message from celebrity chef and passionate country produce promoter Miguel Maestre as he helped the South Burnett take over the city on the weekend at Brisbane’s trendy Eat Street Markets.
Autumn Wine Dinner
Features Local Produce
Clovely Estate will be hosting a Winemaker’s Dinners at historic Barambah Station next month
Tarong Grant Kickstarts Expansion
A $50,000 grant from the Tarong Community Partnership Fund has kickstarted a major upgrade of SBcare’s Lakeview Friendship Centre in Kingaroy.
Observatory Takes Shape At New Home
The former Maidenwell Astronomical Observatory is starting to take shape at its new Kingaroy home
June Long Weekend Axed In 2016
The June Queen’s Birthday long weekend will be axed next year, the State Government announced today.
Business Visitors Push Tourism Growth
Visitors from within Queensland to the Southern Queensland Country tourism region – which includes the South Burnett – increased 15.6 per cent over last year, according to the latest Domestic Tourism Snapshot released today by Tourism and Events Queensland.
