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.
Community
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.
‘Improve safety’: Council lowers speed limit in Kingaroy CBD
Starting this month, Kingaroy’s central business district will implement a new speed limit to enhance safety for motorists, pedestrians, and businesses.
Major memorial site revamp planned for increasing crowds
A South Burnett RSL sub-branch is planning a major memorial site overhaul and is calling on residents to have their say on the design.
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‘Never found a cent’: Candidate hits back at embezzlement accusations
Former Murgon councillor Allan Walters has entered the race for Division 5 and has given his account of the controversy surrounding him during his last council post.
FULL LIST: What we know about South Burnett council candidates
With elections only weeks away find out more about those who are in the running for a South Burnett Regional Council seat.
Surveyor running for council reveals some controversial views
A self-proclaimed “workaholic” running for the South Burnett Council on March 16, has raised eyebrows with some of his online activity.
Former school teacher’s new gig in old post office a hit
It’s all about connection and belonging for a new South Burnett business duo who relocated to the region six months ago and have not looked back.
‘Hole’ lot of love for ‘Donuts’ in unofficial tally as exit poll released
An exit poll has revealed two South Burnett mayoral candidates as front runners but an unofficial count by Donut King Kingaroy has a surprisingly different result.
‘We need Erin Brockovich’: Water issue continues to plague community
Despite council advising residents the brown water coming out of their taps is safe to drink, locals are furious that the issue, which appears to pop up every few weeks, hasn’t been rectified.
30+ pubs: Where is Burnett’s best watering hole of 2024
In the quintessential Aussie fashion, we are searching for the region’s best pub, fostering community spirit with cold drinks, hot meals and vibrant music. With 36 Burnett pubs in the running, it’s up to you now to decide who is best. VOTE NOW
Hidden crisis: Dark secrets of Qld coastal towns swallowed by Airbnb
A hidden crisis is “swallowing” three Queensland towns whole – and if you’ve visited them, you might be part of the problem.
Bloggers, stars, musicians: Burnett’s influential rural personalities revealed
From community organisers and lifestyle bloggers to sports stars and musicians, Burnett has been home to many inspiring rural influencers. Meet 20 amazing people making a difference.
Watch: Wellness bar’s brazen furniture theft caught on camera
The owner of a pilates studio and coffee bar has been shocked by the not-so-healthy habits of some in her country Queensland town where her small business has been hit by a second bizarre robbery. VIDEO.
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