Council Vollies Enjoy Day Out
Volunteers at the Council-owned Visitor Information Centres and museums in the South Burnett recently enjoyed a “famil” (ie. familiarisation tour) of the region’s attractions.
$2.4m Boost From Free Camps
The free caravan camps at Wooroolin and Wondai have added an estimated $2.43 million to the South Burnett economy since 2018.
Big Boost For Rosella Festival
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has congratulated CC and Greg Petersen, from Petersens’ Farm near Woolooga, on their recent grant success for their annual Big Rosella Festival.
Reef’n’Beef On The Move!
Time is running out to buy tickets for the South Burnett’s new-look Reef”n’Beef fundraiser!
Funding Boost For Agritourism
Firebreak Farm at Neumgna is one of 12 farming businesses across Queensland which have secured a State Government Agritourism Business Grant.
Trail Closures Cost Towns Sales
Goomeri and Kilkivan businesses could be missing out on thousands of dollars in extra sales each week because Gympie Regional Council is neglecting to maintain its portion of the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail.
Council Welcomes Rail Trail Grant
South Burnett mayor Brett Otto has welcomed news that Council will receive $631,141 for surface repairs to the South Burnett Rail Trail.
Wineries Win Big At Awards
South Burnett winemakers walked away with three trophies and 16 medals at this year’s Queensland Wine Awards.
$200,000 Upgrade At Dam
South Burnett Regional Council hopes to attract more corporate stays at Bjelke-Petersen Dam with a planned $200,000 upgrade of facilities.
TRC Weighs Up Woolshed’s Future
Toowoomba Regional Council is analysing the benefits – and risks – of different operating models for the still-closed Jondaryan Woolshed.
Quilt Trail Wraps Up Winter Festival
The second and final month of the Queensland Winter Craft Festival may be just about stitched up for another year, but its most exciting sewing event will be running this weekend.
New EV Station For Kingaroy
Transport Minister Mark Bailey has announced that a new electric vehicle charging station will open in Kingaroy in August.
Club Prepares For Monster Show
Kingaroy’s Vintage Machinery Club is powering ahead at full-steam, preparing for the biggest annual show they have ever held.
VICs May Lose Accreditation
Most of the South Burnett’s Visitor Information Centres seem likely to lose their accreditation with Tourism Queensland soon because of a shortage of volunteers
Creek Crossing Closed On Trail
South Burnett Regional Council has advised that the rail trail between Murgon and Goomeri has been temporarily closed at the creek crossing.
Local Tourism Gears Up For Winter
Local tourism organisation Visit South Burnett has launched its official website to promote the region, just in time for the peak winter tourism season.
Rail Trail Now Worth $1m A Year
A little more than four years after it opened, the South Burnett Rail Trail is now generating between $600,000 and $1 million a year in tourism dollars for the region.
Consultants To Review VICs
SBRC has engaged consultants Tilma Group to conduct a a review of Council’s Visitor Information Centre network.
Pam Enjoys Tracking Down History
South Burnett Regional Council volunteer Pam Kerr prides herself on being able to solve mysteries.
Uni Blossoms In The Bush
A “bush university” which aims to teach and share First Nations culture could possibly become the Bunya Mountains’ latest tourist attraction.
