Have Your Say On Dams
South Burnett residents have been invited to have their say as part of a review of recreation in south-east Queensland dams.
Jules Says Farewell
Regional Tourism Development Officer Jules McMurtrie has bid farewell to local tourism operators in the latest issue of the Southern Queensland Country Tourism newsletter.
Tourism Association To Redefine Aims
The South Burnett Tourism Association will seek input from tourism operators and interested regional groups over coming weeks about what its role and objectives should be.
Brisbane Gets An Extra Day Off
The State Government announced today that a public holiday has been declared for the Brisbane Local Government Area for Friday, November 14.
Flood Money For Events
Three South Burnett events have gained funding under a special State Government support package for events affected by floods earlier this year.
Brochure Sells Area To Schools
Southern Queensland Country Tourism – the organisation responsible for promotion of the South Burnett – has produced a new brochure aimed at selling the area to school groups.
Wine Tourism Launch In Toowoomba
Southern Queensland Country Tourism – the tourism body responsible for promotion of the South Burnett – will be launching a new “Food & Wine Development Plan” in Toowoomba on May 24.
Autumn On Show
Brilliant autumn weather helped shape a brilliant Wondai Autumn Garden Expo at the weekend.
Bold New Vision For Tourism
The South Burnett Tourism Association has backed away from oblivion at its rescheduled AGM, voting instead to elect a new executive and adopt a bold, new vision which will see it focus on local projects with greater member participation.
New Fund For Flood-Affected Events
The Queensland State Government announced today it has created a $150,000 fund so that flood-affected areas can reschedule events that had to be cancelled because of the 2013 floods.
New Guide For Tourists Released
Southern Queensland Country Tourism has launched a new guide to inspire visitors to choose the local region for their next holiday.
Made In The Shade
After their driveway washed down the hill this summer, the Coopers were due for a bit of sunshine.
Tourism Group At Crossroads
The South Burnett Tourism Association is at a crossroads after its outgoing President yesterday called for the organisation to be wound up.
Grants Open For Tourism Operators
A Federal Government grants program to assist the tourism industry has opened for applications and Federal Member for Wide Bay Warren Truss is urging South Burnett businesses to apply.
Hayden To Front Tourism Campaign
One of Kingaroy’s favourite sons, Aussie cricket legend Matt Hayden will front a new tourism marketing campaign to encourage more Indian visitors to travel to Queensland.
Tourism President Calls It Quits
The South Burnett Tourism Association (SBTA) will be looking to elect a new President when it holds it re-scheduled Annual General Meeting next month.
Qld Events Deadline Looms
Events held in regional Queensland have until 5:00pm on Friday (February 15) to apply for funding under Round 24 of the Tourism and Events Queensland Regional Development Program.
SQCT Launches Digital Campaign
Southern Queensland Country Tourism – the regional organisation formed last year charged with marketing the South Burnett – has launched a new video and website in a bid to attract more visitors to the region.
MP Welcomes New Tourism Strategy
The South Burnett’s drive tourism market is set to benefit from this week’s release of the Queensland Drive Tourism Strategy, says Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington.
Jodie Breathes Life Into Old Cottage
If you’ve been seeing activity around the old Artist’s Cottage complex near Kingaroy Airport recently, you’re not mistaken … the area has been transformed into Belleville’s Cafe and Gifts.
