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Lest We Forget

The North Burnett's able-bodied men went abroad to fight for Australia in World War I - and many never returned. On the 111th anniversary...

Poem: The ANZACs

Burnett Junior Writers is a monthly feature allowing student-aged writers across the Burnett region to submit their short stories and poems and see them...

Poem: What they didn’t tell the ANZAC’s

In honour of the ANZACs who served and sacrificed, this month of Burnett Junior Writers features poems inspired by the ANZAC Spirit. Eli Richards...

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Sport

Scarlett a jump above the rest

Over the weekend, Nanango held their annual show, with an excellent turn out of competitors across all competitions. On Saturday, 18 April, all eyes...

Nanango undefeated at State Age

The girls from Nanango have done their club proud, emerging undefeated at Senior State Age. The Netball Queensland Senior State Age competition was held...

Walking football takes off

What began as a casual idea between two long‑time mates has quickly grown into one of the South Burnett’s most energetic and inclusive new...

Explosive footy season start

The 2026 South Burnett Rugby League was off to an exciting start over the weekend as six teams met on the field for the...

Proud to volunteer at parkrun

If you head along to Gayndah’s Riverwalk parkrun, Stacey Duncan might be one of the friendly faces greeting you. On Easter Saturday, 4 April,...

South’s mega footy comp to start

The start of the 2026 South Burnett Rugby League A-grade season is just around the corner, with the first set of games kicking off...

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Hivesville CWA’s devonshire delight

Hivesville CWA ladies served up a divine treat last weekend, complete with great treats and craft activities. Ladies from fellow Wondai and Nanango...

Long cattle tick battle

Cattle ticks have been a bug bear of the beef industry for a very long time. That is unlikely to change. Over the course...

Latest from parkinson’s support group

South Burnett Parkinson's Support Group's informal meeting was held at the Murgon RSL Sub Branch on Monday, 23 February. Carmen opened the meeting at...

Boost for innovation

Fempro Armour founder Stephanie Bofinger is making waves in the sporting world. Her revolutionary body armour has transformed sports like motorsports, AFL, NRL and...

Blood moon snapshots

Sharp-eyed Burnett locals spotted a rare sighting earlier this month. Over the Burnett, a blood moon rose on Tuesday evening, 3 March. The total...

Meet St Patrick’s new principal

St Patrick's Primary School Nanango's new principal is a familiar face around school. Sarah McCarthy has stepped into the role of Principal at St...

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An underwater success for Little Mermaid production

The South Burnett Musical Comedy Society's production of The Little Mermaid made for a whirlpool of success on opening night. A weekend of underwater...

Council considers EV future

The Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council will shortly take the plunge into the world of electric vehicles, after councillors approved a plan to transition the...

Barrel racing and bucking action at the Nanango Show rodeo

The air filled with dust and the cheer of the crowd over the weekend at the annual Nanango Show. On Saturday, 18 April, the...

Australia’s newest citizens take their oath

Residents of the South Burnett welcomed Australia's newest citizens into their ranks last week. On Wednesday, 15 April, a crowd gathered in the Dr Ellen...

Sale success in North Burnett

Biggenden Meatworks and Store Sale - 13/04/2026 Burnett Livestock and Realty’s Biggenden Meatworks and Store Sale on Monday, 13 April saw a yarding of...

Mousewheel for Memerambi

Children will one day be able to challenge themselves in a mouse wheel at Memerambi. South Burnett Regional Council gave the mouse wheel a...

117th Nanango Show a success

With perfect weather and plenty to see and do, the annual Nanango Show was a great success. On Saturday, 18 April, Nanango held its...

Sergeant Tierney signs off

After over 40 years of dedicated service to Queensland, Senior Sergeant David Tierney left the Kingaroy Police Station for the final time last week. His...

Red Earth launches leadership 2026

Burnett community leaders are ready to make a different in their individual communities. The Red Earth Community Leadership Program has successfully delivered the first...

Pantry expands to Murgon

Seeing a great need, South Burnett Pantry has made the move to expand to Murgon. South Burnett Pantry business coordinator Krissy Jenkins said it...