Obituary: Col Marquardt 1930-2025
Former Wondai Shire councillor Col Marquardt was remembered last month at a funeral held at St John Trinity Lutheran Church in Wondai.
Wondai Hosts Karol’s Masterpieces
Well-known South Burnett artist Karol Oakley has filled the main gallery at Wondai Regional Art Gallery with a stunning journey through nature.
Council Seeks Feedback On Park
South Burnett Regional Council has invited Wondai residents to provide feedback about the redevelopment of the playground at Coronation Park.
Grant To Aid Three Groups
Three South Burnett not-for-profit associations will benefit after a successful grant application.
Crowds Toast Local Winners
It was a big day at the Wondai Races on Saturday … not only were punters eager to catch the Caulfield Cup and The Everest on screen, but the home-grown Wondai Cup was also being raced.
Thumbs Up For Birthday Bash
Station staff and volunteers joined local residents on Saturday to mark the 30th birthday of CROW-FM.
Invitation From Army Reserve
The Australian Army is coming to town this week … if you’re interested in earning tax-free pay in an exciting part-time job, the Army Reserve may be for you!
CROW-FM Celebrates 30 Years
Community Radio Of Wondai – better known to everyone in the South Burnett as CROW-FM – will be celebrating its 30th birthday this Saturday.
Katrina Gallops Home With Top Prize
Wondai artist Katrina O’Shannessy has taken out the prestigious $3000 South Burnett Regional Council Acquisitive Art competition.
Forest View Lights Up
The “forest” at Forest View Residential Aged Care in Wondai is looking a lot brighter, thanks to the organisers of the annual Wondai Country Running Festival.
Garden Expo Springs Into Summer
Wondai’s popular Spring Garden Expo had more than a little “summer” flavour with temperatures climbing into the high 20s.
Firefighter Suffers Burns
A firefighter suffered burns while attending a large blaze near Wondai on Friday afternoon.
October’s Time To Start Walking
Did you know that you really don’t have to “run” at parkrun? Walkers are not only valued but are actually encouraged … and “parkwalking” is promoted every October.
Artworks Go On Safari To Wondai
An art exhibition with a difference was officially opened at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery on Tuesday.
Large Fire North Of Wondai
Helicopters were brought in to help firefighters working to contain a large grass fire burning north of the Wondai CBD on Wednesday.
There’s Now An E-Bike For Everybody
South Burnett residents – and visitors – with a disability have been unable to explore the South Burnett Rail Trail properly, but that’s all about to change!
Upgrade To Cause Telstra Outages
Telstra will begin upgrading the mobile base station that covers Wondai next week, so customers can expect some service outages.
MPs Open $100,000 Gallery Extension
The Wondai Regional Art Gallery’s new $100,000 extension was officially opened last Friday night in a small ceremony at the gallery.
Cyclists Raise $43,000 … So Far!
The ninth annual Ride 4 Relay has raised more than $43,000 for Cancer Council Queensland, with more dollars yet to roll in.
Women To Contest Semi-Finals
The semi-finals of the South Burnett Women’s soccer competition will be played on Friday night at the Wondai Sportsgrounds.
