Arts Grant Reboots Local Tourism
South Burnett tourism promotion has taken a big step forward, thanks to a huge project completed recently via a Regional Arts Development Fund grant.
Express Runners On Their Way!
Entries are now open for the 6th annual South Burnett Express Rail Trail Relay, a unique running event hosted in the South Burnett by the Ashgrove Rangers Athletics Club.
Chilly Night Under The Stars
A chilly evening didn’t stop visitors from enjoying a night under the stars at Hillview Cottages, just outside Kingaroy, last Saturday night.
Tourism Opportunity For TRC Towns
Toowoomba Regional Council has joined with Queensland Country to host workshops to build tourism within the region.
‘Shoes’ Film Ready To Step Up
A locally produced film celebrating the South Burnett’s people, places and experiences will be officially launched in Kingaroy on July 23.
Work Begins To Stabilise Tower
The future of the historic Jimna Fire Tower looks to have been assured following the State Government’s awarding of a contract to stabilise the ageing structure.
Cyclists Enjoy Kicking Up The Dust
Did you notice all the extra cyclists around the region at the weekend … kicking up the dust and adding dollars to the local economy?
Runners Get Set For A Big Weekend!
Runners taking part in the 9th annual Wondai Country Running Festival will be hitting the trails around the town again this weekend.
Dam Management Renewed
Cr Heath Sander and his partner Rowena Wessling have had their contracts to manage the tourist parks at Bjelke-Petersen and Boondooma dams renewed.
New Laws To Limit E-Bikes
Legislation is expected to be passed in State Parliament this week which aims to crack down on the most dangerous e-scooter and e-bike activities.
EV Boost For Tourists
An electric vehicle charging station will be installed at the Bunya Mountains to enhance infrastructure for visitors.
EV Tourist Left In The Dark
Were there any EV chargers available for tourists to use in Kingaroy over the recent Easter break?
VSB Project Heads To Finish Line
The results of a year-long project to document South Burnett events on film for local tourism organisation Visit South Burnett will be unveiled to the public in July.
Replanted Expo A Big Success
The Wondai Garden Expo has put down strong roots at the Wondai Showgrounds, with president Damion Biltoft more than happy with how the new venue coped earlier this month.
MPs Inspect $6.45m Park Upgrades
Tourism Minister Andrew Powell visited the Bunya Mountains at the weekend to inspect the results of the State Government’s $6.45 million upgrade to visitor facilities at Dandabah.
Club Organises Another Gem
The annual two-day gem show was another “polished” performance by the South Burnett Gem and Fossicking Club.
Record Roll-Up At ‘Mochas’
There’s no competitions, no trophies, no entry fees – and not even any obligation to always show up – but that’s what’s made Motors’N’Mochas so popular in Kingaroy
History Group Toasts 50 Years
The Bunya Mountains Natural History Association toasted its 50th birthday on Monday with a special celebration at its ‘Cedarvale’ museum.
Fans Flock To Kings Royal XIV
Speedway fans and competitors from across Australia are camped out in Kingaroy ahead of three huge nights of racing at the Kingaroy Speedway.
Australia Day: What’s Happening
The countdown is on to the Australia Day long weekend, and as usual there’s heaps of activities happening around the South Burnett region!
