Suspected snakebite: South Burnett resident rushed to hospital
Paramedics have rushed a patient suffering a suspected snakebite to hospital following a call-out to a private property west of Kingaroy. UPDATES.
Community
Brown tap water ‘safe to drink’, according to South Burnett council
The South Burnett Regional Council has apologised to community members who have been affected by the unusual, discoloured water that has come out of their taps in recent weeks but maintains it is safe to drink.
Free swimming spots around the Burnett these school holidays
With summer in full swing and temperatures exceeding 30 degrees most days, sometimes a swim out in nature is the best way to spend the day. Here are some of our favourite swimming spots around the Burnett region.
Council announces fate of one historical South Burnett hall, another in limbo
The fate of one historical South Burnett hall has been decided while another is still up in the air as repair costs are discovered to be up to $800,000, with council considering demolishing the building.
More Stories
‘Terror in my heart’: Mum’s fear after human remains found near dam
The mother of a young man who vanished without a trace earlier this year has opened up on her unbearable wait as authorities work to identify human remains found near Boondooma Dam.
‘Standing room only’: Greenup Eidsvold Station 2023 bull sale
Despite a tougher than usual 12 months, Greenup Eidsvold Station recorded a cracker 2023 bull sale, reporting almost $1million in sales with a capacity crowd.
‘Ghosts’, coldies and characters: Classic country pubs for sale
From the “haunted” to historic, these Queensland watering holes within four hours of Brisbane not only come with colourful backstories but some cost less than a family home. FULL LIST.
Revealed: The Burnett’s favourite piercing tech of 2023
In one of the closest polls of 2023, Burnett readers have spoken and elected their favourite piercing technician of the year, a young mother with a great passion for the perfect little corner of the world she calls home.
Power 30: Burnett’s most influential people of 2023 revealed
Who are the Burnett’s ultimate powerbrokers, the heavy hitters shaping our region and, to an extent, our lives? Today we reveal the second part of this year’s list of 30, and the insights into why they made the cut and where they are ranked.
People’s Choice: Vote for Burnett’s Most Influential Person 2023
The most powerful and influential people of the Burnett have been revealed but now is your chance to have your say on who you think has the most power or influence. Vote in our poll:
70+ smiles: Nanango High students defy hailstorm to celebrate
A severe storm that swept across Nanango forced students, teachers and guests to flee for cover as they arrived for the school formal – but it did not stop the show from going on. See the stunning gallery of the Class of ‘23.
Revealed: Burnett’s 10 most influential people of 2023
Who are the Burnett’s ultimate powerbrokers, the heavy hitters shaping our region and, to an extent, our lives? After rolling out two thirds of the list this week – number 30 to 11 – we today reveal the top 10, and the insights into why they made the cut and where they are ranked.
Devastated landowners ‘don’t want to stay, can’t afford to leave’
News of a 10km deviation in the high voltage lines that will link the multibillion-dollar Borumba pumped hydro project to the Qld power grid has generated new fears for property owners in its path. Watch the video:
Worst road toll in Qld: Plea to stop the carnage as 29 die
The number of road deaths across the Wide Bay and Burnett has soared by 80% this year, making the region the deadliest place to get in a car in 2023. Have your say in our poll:
Original URL: https://www.thechronicle.com.au/news/queensland/south-burnett/community/page/21