Autumn On Show
Brilliant autumn weather helped shape a brilliant Wondai Autumn Garden Expo at the weekend.
A Noble Victory … At Last!
Moffatdale’s Wally Pesudovs has been quietly celebrating a victory. After five years of hard work, four failed crops and $18,000 in outlays, he’s finally released his first wine.
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.
Race Countdown Begins
One of the South Burnett’s most iconic picnic race meetings will be held five weeks from now … the 91st annual Burrandowan Picnic Races on Saturday, May 11.
SBWIA Withdraws Offer Of Help
The South Burnett Wine Industry Association has backed away from a proposal that it merge with the South Burnett Tourism Association to help keep the region’s tourism organisation alive.
Centenary Celebration In May
Time really flies in Yarraman … this year, they’re going to be celebrating Oktoberfest in May!
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.
Visitors Enjoy Easter Fun
The Easter long weekend always attracts a horde of visitors to the South Burnett … and this year has been no exception.
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.
Historic Cemetery Comes Alive
Buried somewhere within the walls of Taromeo Cemetery is a time capsule which contains the names of everyone who worked to restore the pioneer site after the devastating 2011 floods.
New Dates For Yellowbelly
The Boondooma Dam Fish Stocking Association today announced May 4-5 as the new dates for this year’s Yellowbelly Fishing Competition.
TAG Team Discusses Tourism
South Burnett tourism operators gathered in the new Pat Lee Meeting Room at Ringsfield House in Nanango last week to hear industry updates and discuss branding.
The Show Must Go On
Record floods and widespread damage weren’t enough to stop the Windera Music Muster from going ahead
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.
Facelift For A Grand Old Pub
Wondai’s iconic “bottom” pub, the Wondai Hotel, is undergoing a major refurbishment which will see it emerge at Easter rechristened as the “Wondai Hotel and Cellars”.
