El Nino is waltzing down under
With Australia being on an El Nino watch, Dr Christa Pudmenzky explains what it is, and what it means for the months ahead.
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Power giant reveals changes to planned path for high-voltage lines
On-edge landowners will wake on Friday to find Powerlink has changed its planned path for controversial transmission lines between two rural towns – and there’s winners and losers.
New rides, rodeo: South Burnett’s most affordable show returns
The annual Wondai Show kicks off this Friday with a jam-packed program, live music, competitions, exhibits and rides for the children. Here’s everything you need to know.
Councillor’s campaign to become region’s first female mayor
Councillor Kirstie Schumacher has announced her mayoral bid in the upcoming South Burnett election, pledging to tackle historic issues, while writing a “new story”.
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Dad’s coaching helps young cricket star achieve state dream
A 12-year-old Wondai cricket star who has never played for a club or had formal coaching has been selected to represent Queensland, but she needs help to live her dream.
‘Sense of hopelessness’: GP shortage grips the region
Less than 230km from Brisbane, pregnant women are forced to drive three hours for a check-up, and asthmatics are relying on pharmacy treatment instead of medical treatment as a critical shortage of doctors closes doors to new patients and puts lives at risk.
Hydropower is key to unlocking a clean energy future
Host of Queensland’s Changing Climates series, Dr Christa Pudmenzky, explains how pumped hydropower could be the key to an Australia fully powered by renewables.
Football Queensland premier league results
Footballers across the Darling Downs region took to the field this weekend for the latest round of premier league fixtures. We have the latest results from Football Queensland.
20 under 20: South Burnett’s rising young sport stars
From athletics to cricket, these are the young sports stars breaking records and inspiring the South Burnett community with their talent.
Man caught behind wheel hours before suspension was lifted
A carpet retail worker won’t be allowed to drive until next year after he was caught behind the wheel hours before his licence suspension was due to lift.
Kingaroy’s teen daredevil ready for the world stage
After suffering multiple broken bones last year Kingaroy teen Dylan Devitt is back on his BMX and ready to compete at the Nitro World Games.
Council explains Blackbutt’s rusty-coloured water
A change of water supply is the cause of rusty coloured water in Blackbutt, but the council says the water is bacteriologically safe to drink.
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