Hook, line and sinker: K’gari dingoes under threat from fishing gear
Fishing equipment is causing serious injuries to dingoes on a popular island paradise, prompting the state government to give an urgent warning.
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Where is Burnett’s best meat pie of 2024?
Whether it’s the beloved mince pie with tomato sauce, chunky beef, cheese and bacon, or chicken and veg, we are searching for Burnett’s best go-to spot to grab a meat pie, with 15 businesses in the running.
GALLERY: New Aussies welcomed at South Burnett ceremony
Six individuals proudly received their Australian citizenship during a spirited ceremony at Wednesday’s South Burnett Regional Council meeting, led by Mayor Kathy Duff. SEE THE PHOTOS.
Supercross track funded as South Burnett secures $280K in grants
Nine local South Burnett groups have secured over $280,000 in grants covering projects from facility upgrades to event hosting. See the list of recipients here.
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‘Belief in potential’: Building starts on home for at-risk youth
Building has started on a duplex for at-risk South Burnett youth to escape homelessness and step into transitional accommodation in Kingaroy.
Save our bacon: Pork sector raises alarm over threat from below
Australia’s pork supply may be in jeopardy if a plan to pump liquid carbon dioxide into Queensland’s greatest underground water network is allowed.
15 of Burnett’s Cheekiest toddlers of 2024
With adorable faces and cheeky antics, Burnett’s toddlers keep everyone on their toes. Help search for the region’s cheekiest from 15 nominations. VOTE NOW
Callout to find Burnett’s cheekiest toddler of 2024
Do you or someone you know have a gorgeous, mischievous toddler between 1 and 3 years old? Nominations for Burnett’s cheekiest toddler are now being accepted. FILL OUT THE FORM
‘Over an hour’s drive’: Why mum’s fighting for new special school
When the cost-of-living crisis and an ageing parent forced Queensland mum April McMillan to move to the country, she quickly realised how hard life in the bush was for kids like her autistic son. Now, her calls for change have reached parliament.
‘Un-Australian, appalling’: Veterans slam courts’ Anzac Day snub
Veterans have shared their outrage over learning Queensland courts will open on Anzac Day out of ‘fairness’ to alleged criminals arrested the night before.
Roll call: Meet Burnett’s favourite prep teachers of 2024
Meet 24 of the region’s outstanding prep teachers who are leading our little minds into the first stage of schooling. Be part of the conversation, vote for your most favourite in our poll.
Chickens, calves, ponies: Where is Burnett’s most adored farm animals
Rivalling cats and dogs in their cuteness overload, meet more than 20 barnyard animals captivating hearts across the Burnett region. Vote for your favourite.
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