PHOTOS: First day of school for preppies of 2025
From the excitement of seeing your kindy friends to learning where the bag racks are, today was a day of firsts and big emotions for Prep students from all around the South Burnett.
Community
‘Panicked, shocked’: Community enraged over ‘cruel’ attacks
A state government official has called for public help in investigating reports of brumbies and kangaroos being shot with bow and arrow near Wondai, and warned the perpetrators they could face jail or be fined more than $160,000.
’A little frivolous’: Council to spend $14k for spot on Monopoly board
The Big Peanut will be featured among a range of Australian icons on a very Aussie edition of Monopoly, but it won’t be cheap.
Step back in time: 60+ historic photos of North and South Burnett
Dive into the rich history of North and South Burnett with 60+ rare photographs.
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From machinery to firefighting: Meet Burnett’s favourite apprentice
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.
Celebrations as key service finally gets long demanded $26m upgrade
Residents of a regional Qld Indigenous shire have finally had their demands for better water met, hopefully bringing an end to the need to months-long stretches when they have to boil their own water for safety.
WATCH: Crash destroys historic Qld home, leaving family in crisis
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.
Cherbourg pair hungry for Langer Trophy success
Ipswich SHS pair Chris Simpson and Tarell Indich love their life in the big smoke of Ipswich, but there is one thing both really miss from their home town of Cherbourg. Revealed here.
WINNER: A-grade ‘born and bred’ footy coach takes top gong
A women’s A-grade team leader has been voted Burnett’s best coach in a nailbiting finish between three football experts.
From nightmare to joy: Yoda found safe a week after car crash
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.
Dream realised: Ballogie to develop new community facility
After 28 years of effort, the Ballogie Community Association has been granted a 10-year lease by the South Burnett Regional Council to develop a community and recreation facility, transforming an undeveloped reserve into a vibrant hub for local activities.
‘Unrelenting focus’: Wide Bay’s $50m racing industry doubles in value
The Queensland racing industry has made a significant impact on the Wide Bay economy, contributing nearly $50m in 2022-23 and doubling in value.
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