Named: Alleged arsonist charged with stalking, torching car
The case against a 41-year-old man, charged with stalking and setting fire to a vehicle has been heard in a South Burnett court.
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Woman and boy dead, girl injured as car overturns, hits tree
A woman and boy are dead and a girl is seriously injured after their four-wheel-drive left a rural road, overturning and crashing into a tree.
‘Ruin my life’: Man begs court after drugs, weapons conviction
A South Burnett man has begged a magistrate for mercy after his sentence for drugs and weapons offences.
$2k in fines: Rangers crack down in South Burnett’s forestry
Wildlife rangers are “cracking down” on illegal activity in the South Burnett’s state forests and national parks, with several hefty fines already handed out.
20+ ways to celebrate your mum this Mother’s Day
From sweet gestures to fun activities, here are 20+ ideas to help you celebrate your loved ones in style this Mother’s Day.
Dozens of charges but ‘no evidence’, court told
The lawyer for a South Burnett man facing more than 40 charges ranging from breaking and entering to possessing “hazardous” poisons claims cops don’t have a case for the “majority” of allegations.
Mystery surrounds sentence of man who killed grandad in crash
A man who pleaded guilty to killing a grandfather in a crash in 2020 had his sentence delayed after the court was closed to the public.
Qld businessman to soon know if he will stand trial on 11 rape allegations
A closed court hearing into sexual assault allegations against a prominent Wide Bay businessman has continued for its fifth day, with an end to the matter finally in sight.
Surviving children in hospital when siblings’ life support turned off after fatal house fire
Two young girls have died in hospital after a ”suspicious” house fire in Toowoomba yesterday that claimed the life of a nine-year-old boy. Their mother is under police guard in a critical condition.
Everybody appearing at Kingaroy Magistrates Court, Thursday, May 8
Here is a list of matters listed at Kingaroy Magistrates Court on Thursday.
Everybody appearing at Kingaroy Magistrates Court, Wednesday, May 7
Here is a list of matters listed at Kingaroy Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
Everybody appearing at Kingaroy Magistrates Court, Tuesday, May 6
Here is a list of matters listed at Kingaroy Magistrates Court on Tuesday.
Revealed: Devastating toll of Queensland’s most dangerous roads
The spiralling death toll in Wide Bay has earned the region’s roads the title of ‘most dangerous’ in Qld, as we reveal the many beloved faces and stories of those lost to the carnage already this year. VIDEO, PHOTOS.
State’s backpay threat if nurses take action over delayed wage offer
The Queensland government has threatened to strip tens of thousands of frontline nurses and midwives of their backpay if they dare exercise their legal right to protected strike action.
‘A giant f*** up’: MP unloads on own party’s election failure
Returning conservative MP Llew O’Brien has blasted the Coalition’s 2025 election campaign as one its worst-ever, revealing he is split with his party on one major issue.
‘True family man’: $290k+ for motocross star’s partner, unborn son
The motocross community has come together to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for the partner and unborn son of a loved rider after his tragic crash death.
Respected Qld cop on serious assault charge named
A Qld policeman facing criminal charges can be identified as a longstanding officer, youth mentor and mental health advocate.
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Gympie weather
As autumn moves towards winter what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Autumn still missing in action
Australia’s busiest cyclone season wrapped up as April delivered everything from unseasonal heat to record rain. Signs now point to a warm, dry winter ahead.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Gympie weather
As autumn moves towards winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Gympie weather
As autumn moves towards winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
‘Families want answers’: New mining coroner must ‘hit the ground running’
A new mine death watchdog based in Mackay will investigate all resource industry-related fatalities after the Queensland sector was plagued with the worst death toll in five years.
Two on the run after stolen car crash leaves three teens injured
Police are hunting for two people after a car that was allegedly stolen from Caboolture crashed into a group of teenagers on the Sunshine Coast, leaving three in hospital.
‘I think I’m dying’: Teen’s almost fateful kidney failure misdiagnosis
A teenager’s life changed in an instant after a series of misdiagnosed symptoms came to a head and saw him comatose, fighting for his life. Now his grandmother hopes to raise awareness for other families.
Disturbing allegations levelled at man accused of filming residents, children
It can be revealed a man accused of filming people in their homes over almost four years had his movements allegedly discovered after police found hideous files of child abuse on his phone.
Plans to add dozens of new homes revealed
A small South Burnett township could be getting more than 60 new homes if two development applications proposing significant subdivisions are approved by council.
‘Forced upon us’: Council weighs up controversial proposal, expansion
The South Burnett Regional Council have voted on two major developments with possible implications for Goodger and Alice Creek. FULL DETAILS
Mayor promises to lower rate in dollar to adjust impact of new land values
With parts of the South Burnett increasing in value by more than 150 per cent with the new land valuations, members of the council have moved to calm concerned property owners. Read what they said, and what you said:
Revealed: Boost for landowners as valuations released
More than 17,000 properties in the South Burnett have been re-evaluated, with every township in the region seeing a noteworthy increase in land value. Are you happy with your valuation? VOTE in our poll.
Bigger than a small country: Australia’s largest cattle stations for sale
Australia’s largest cattle stations – some running up to 20,000 livestock and boasting 20-plus dams – are on the market. More than 1.8 million hectares – larger than a small country – are up for grabs.
Newcomer delivers one of the worst cars we’ve driven
First offering from new Chinese manufacturer Leapmotor shows there is still work to be done.
Are loans with 10 years interest-only the future of mortgages?
Home loans with longer interest-only periods, offering lower initial repayments, are appearing in Australia as housing costs climb.
Feisty hot hatch that is one of the best drives you’ll find for $55k
Keen drivers will fall in love with Hyundai’s i30N that has developed a cult following.
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