Warm Weather Fires Up The Fishing
It’s been another big month of fishing in the South Burnett, with consistent captures of big native fish in both Bjelke-Petersen and Boondooma dams
Dams Attract More Visitors
Visitor numbers at Bjelke-Petersen Dam and Lake Boondooma have risen between 8 and 12 per cent over the last year.
Tourism Board Welcomes New Member
Southern Queensland Country Tourism (SQCT) announced on Tuesday it has appointed Mrs Joanne Berry of Kingsley Grove Estate as a new board director to represent South Burnett tourism industry operators.
Mini-Visitor Information Centre For Dam
South Burnett Regional Council plans to set up a mini-Visitor Information Centre at Yallakool Tourist Park at Bjelke-Petersen Dam.
New Wine Trail Map Coming Soon
The South Burnett Wine Industry Association will release an updated version of the South Burnett Wine Trail map and tourist guide next month.
Region Sold On Billboards
The South Burnett’s major tourism attractions are now being promoted on billboards, thanks to a deal struck between South Burnett Directions and a large billboard advertising company.
Tourism Plan Splits Council
A proposal to adopt a South Burnett Regional Tourism Strategy was laid on the table at Wednesday’s Council meeting after Cr Kathy Duff called for the matter to be given more consideration.
Funding For ‘Missing Link’
Years of campaigning by local enthusiasts has paid off with the State Government confirming on Tuesday it has approved funding to complete the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail between Toogoolawah and Moore.
Here’s Cheers To A New Hotel
The South Burnett has a new hotel following the official launch of the Bunya Mountains Tavern at Dandabah on Wednesday night.
Halfway Mark For Emerson Statue
Barely 10 days after holding a special charity luncheon at the Blackbutt Memorial Hall, the Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association announced today it is has already passed the halfway mark in its fundraising program.
Council Seeks Tourism Ideas
Toowoomba Regional Council is offering residents the chance to have their say on what the future for tourism and events should look like in the region.
Rail Trail Draws 11,000 A Year
The Yarraman-Linville Rail Trail has been hosting an average of 31 users per day – or more than 11,000 users per annum – for almost the last three years.
Council Seeks Input On Tourism Strategy
“Tourism is a vital and growing part of the Toowoomba Region economy and has great potential for jobs growth and attracting visitors and business to the region, Toowoomba Regional Council Cr Geoff McDonald said last week.
Colinton Boys Won’t Be Forgotten
The official launch of a new history book detailing the stories behind the names on the historic Colinton War Memorial was launched on Saturday.
Rail Trail Run Will Change Date
The annual Blackbutt to Linville R&R Rail Trail Experience will move from the October long weekend to May next year because of magpies.
‘For Sale’ Sign Dashes Dream
The dream of a new multi-million motel and conference centre development in Kingaroy has evaporated
Another Year Of Progress For NaTDA
The Nanango Tourism and Development Association (NaTDA) looked back on another year of significant progress in and around Nanango when it held its Annual General Meeting on September 17.
Italian Festival Draws Bumper Crowd
Between 700 and 800 people travelled to Moffatdale Ridge for the South Burnett’s first-ever Italian Festival
Spend Saturday Morning At The Markets
If you love browsing through country markets and you’re visiting the South Burnett or Cherbourg over the October long weekend, make sure you get to Nanango on Saturday morning, October 3.
Clovely Wins Big At State Wine Awards
Brett Heading and Dr Susan Mercer have every reason to smile after the couple’s Clovely Estate winery won two major awards plus gold, silver and four bronze medals at the 32nd Annual Queensland Wine Awards.
