As more and more North Burnett property owners struggle with the cost of living, rates debts are spiralling and the council is on the cusp of moving to selling off those properties in the worst arrears.
A Qld mother of three had been slammed for her terrible driving behaviour following a three month crime spree spanning from the Fraser Coast to Mackay, and involving aiming a vehicle at police officers.
Dive into the rich history of North and South Burnett with 60+ rare photographs.
From new dining experiences and retail shops, innovative restaurants and huge infrastructure works there was no shortage of projects which transformed the region in 2024 and laid the groundwork for 2025. See the list:
The festive season is in full swing with the Bundaberg Regions Christmas Program revealed. Check-out what’s on near you:
Latest figures reveal there has been an almost 30 per cent increase in the number of registered firearms in Queensland in just under five years.
A new public shooting gallery catering to unlicensed shooters as young as 11 has opened as firearm sports experience a surge in popularity. See our exclusive list of all gun clubs in Queensland.
A 20-year-old apprentice heavy diesel mechanic has won Burnett’s Best Apprentice poll, narrowly edging out the second-and-third place winners in a tight fight.
A historic Queensland home has been declared uninhabitable after an uninsured driver crashed into it while the homeowner was inside with his two dogs. Watch the video.
A women’s A-grade team leader has been voted Burnett’s best coach in a nailbiting finish between three football experts.
After a car crash near Murgon caused their beloved dog Yoda to flee into the wilderness, a family’s desperate week-long search which captured the community’s hearts has ended with a joyful reunion.
Thousands rolled up to the 2024 Childers Festival and visitors and locals alike were entertained with fun music, food and market stalls. See who was there.
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