Residents warned of bats during heatwave
Burnett residents who come across distressed bats during the current heatwave are being advised by the Wide Bay Public Health Unit that shouldn’t touch them.
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Stage One of Gayndah Hospital upgrade complete
A $5.4 MILLION refurbishment of Gayndah Hospital is on track with the first stage of the works nearing completion.
Crews respond to fire at Kalpowar
Multiple Queensland Fire and Emergency Services crews are on scene at a vegetation fire at Kalpowar.
Water bomb at the ready for Burnett fires
A water bomb has been set up at Gayndah Airport as the fire danger level remains severe for the region.
Burnett fire continues to burn across 1800 hectares
A fire that broke out yesterday on Mundubbera Durong Rd has now spread across 1800 hectares with 32 firefighters working late into the night to contain it.
Burnett teen best young bull rider in Australia
It was announced at the weekend that Lane Mellers was Professional Bull Riding Rookie of the Year, and it came as a huge surprise.
Blue Care clients help craft a forest of Christmas trees
Gayndah Art Gallery set up their Community Christmas Tree Forest at the weekend with entries from community groups across the region.
Elderly man taken to hospital after scooter accident
A man in his 70s was taken to Bundaberg Hospital following a motorised scooter incident at Childers last night.
Woman taken to hospital after crash at Gin Gin
A woman was involved in a vehicle roll over on the Bruce Highway and Damascus Road.
Saleyards ramp up support for community
Biggenden Saleyards owner Stephanie Whitaker gave an update on the $3.7 million saleyards redevelopment at the North Burnett Agricultural Network Meeting.
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