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Same day appointments, taking new patients

At South Burnett Medical Centre, the heart of our work has always been simple making sure local families can access the care they need,...

TRIBUTE: Honouring a veteran

An admired and respected Kingaroy veteran had a worthy send-off. The life of Donald ‘Don’ William Davey OAM was honoured at a Virgo’s Funeral...

Bunyas group’s ‘golden’ day

A community group dedicated to furthering appreciation of the Bunya Mountains celebrated its 'golden anniversary' last month. Members of the Bunya Mountains Natural History Association...

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Sport

Pattie double-booked for Warriors clash

Benched Monto-born Canberra Raiders sophomore Owen Pattie may get his chance to shine after all, finding himself named the 20th man in his club's...

Saratoga to thrive at Gordonbrook

Gordonbrook Dam may become a thriving spot for fishing Saratoga in the years to come. The Boondooma and Gordonbrook Dam Stocking Association partnered with...

Rocky season start for Burnett’s NRL stars

The start of the 2026 NRL season did not pan out well for the Burnett's three representatives in Selwyn Cobbo, Trai Fuller and Owen...

Red Ants’ season warm-up

Warming up for a great season ahead, the Kingaroy Rugby League Football Club hosted two trial games last weekend. The Red Ants opened up...

Lily takes out Junior Sportsperson

At the annual South Burnett Regional Council Australia Day Awards, it allowed local young sportsmen and sportswomen to be recognised for their sporting achievements....

Jumps a plenty

Little Athletics is an excellent opportunity for kids to get active and learn some new skills. South Burnett Little Athletics' weekly meets at Taabinga...

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Show and sale success

Eidsvold - 25/02/2026 800 head of cattle were sold at the annual Eidsvold Santa / Santa Infused Show and Special Store Sale held at...

Games On! for grassroots sport

The Queensland Government has announced the launch of the second round of their Games On! program, backing local Queensland sporting clubs with $30 million...

Successful open day for Animal Management Centre

The South Burnett Regional Council Animal Management Centre held their official opening on Saturday, 14 February. Despite the wet weather, many turned up to...

Community invited to have their say on D’Aguilar Highway safety improvements

Members of the community are invited to have their say on safety improvements along a high risk section of the D'Aguilar Highway that has...

Spate of Wondai, Murgon break and enters

Police are currently investigating a spate of recent break and enters in the Murgon and Wondai areas. It is unknown whether any of these...

First 5 Forever storytime

North Burnett families are invited to embrace the power of storytelling this year by heading to their local library for storytime. The First 5 Forever...

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Gayndah placed on maximum water restrictions

The North Burnett Regional Council has placed Gayndah on the highest-possible water restrictions effective immediately, following intense flooding in the region over the weekend...

LNP passes antisemitism bill

Nanango MP and Queensland Attorney-General Deb Frecklington was seen embracing a Jewish lobbyist after her party rushed through a bill described by critics as...

Nanango’s country women delight in grant

The Queensland Country Women's Association Nanango chapter is delighted with the fresh new look of the front of our building, thanks to a $2,296...

Floods hit Tansey once more

As unexpected amount of rain hit the region, Tansey saw once again the creek burst its banks and water come rushing over the land....

’I’m buggered’: Nationals leader quits party’s top job

Nationals leader David Littleproud announced on Tuesday he would step down as leader of the Nationals, saying he’s had enough. Mr Littleproud said he would...

Disaster Group remains at ‘stand up’ as clean-up begins

Heavy rainfall and flooding was experienced across the Burnett earlier this week. South Burnett Regional Council were relieved to report on Tuesday, 10 March...

Murgon Show is postponed

Heavy rain earlier in the week saw Murgon Show Society make the early call to postpone their annual agricultural show. The Wide Bay Burnett...

GALLERY: Raining show success at Proston

It’s show time once again, as Proston kicks off the South Burnett agricultural show season. On Saturday, 7 March, the Proston Showgrounds swarmed with...

Bundaberg flood update: Boaties rescued, door-knocking begins and bridges to close soon

Door-knocking efforts have begun for around 180 residents as Bundaberg anticipates Wednesday's 3am flood peak of a possible 7.6 metres to arrive through the...

Homes evacuated in North Burnett

After an anxious Monday night, North Burnett residents were relieved to hear by 12noon on Tuesday 10 March the flood threat had been reduced....