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When lawyers fly

Kingaroy local Paul Laurentiussen, principal of J A Carroll Solicitors, had one of his dreams come true earlier in the month when he flew...

Fence lines or battle lines?

It's quite remarkable that as agronomists and farmers we concentrate very hard on weed control in our fallow blocks, both in dollars and time...

‘We’re sorry’: Bega CEO unpacks peanut factory closure

Bega Group's chief executive officer Pete Findlay has travelled to Kingaroy today to face the music regarding his employer's decision to close down the...

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Sport

NAIDOC Week’s footy fest

Rugby league royalty will head to Cherbourg on the weekend to cheer on the Burnett's local talent in the 2025 NAIDOC All-Stars game. Cherbourg's Jack...

Team Freeman kicks goals

From the heart of the South Burnett, this brother and sister duo took the Championships one step at a time. Kingaroy sister and brother,...

Summer stuns at states

Passionate young Kingaroy basketball player Summer Sanford is impressing coaches, umpires and fellow players. Last weekend Summer competed in the Central Queensland Junior Basketball...

Tough tradie claims running glory

Just a week after running a staggering 120 kilometres at a Nanango backyard ultramarathon event, Murgon plumber Jay Warry was back on the start...

Cobbo to make dive for Dolphins

Cherbourg rugby league star Selwyn Cobbo is set to make a dive to the Dolphins next season, but will not leave the Broncos early. COBBO'S...

Hornets’ upset loss no season-ender

The Wondai-Proston Wolves handed the South Burnett's top footy team their first defeat of the season over the weekend, dismissing the Cherbourg Hornets at...

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Explore the written word

On 24 June, Kingaroy Writers Association held their annual meeting. Reports were read from the president, secretary and treasurer. Nominations were called for office bearers...

Explore your future at the 2025 South Burnett Careers Market

The 2025 South Burnett Careers Market is set to be bigger than ever, with more than 40 organisations and training providers participating in the...

Danny’s final ride

The hum of a dozen Harley-Davidson motorbikes was fitting accompaniment for Danny Turner on his final ride. Family and friends rode alongside late Kingaroy...

Latest from parksinson’s support group

The June South Burnett Parkinson's Support Group Meeting was held at the Graham House in Murgon on Monday, 30 June. The meeting was opened...

Emergency power outage

Residents in the Cooyar, Blackbutt, Yarraman, Yarraman town, and North Yarraman areas will experience a power outage this morning. Ergon Energy Network reported last...

HAVE YOUR SAY on North Burnett council’s planned rate rise

The North Burnett Regional Council is proposing to raise the minimum general rate on all property categories by 25 per cent as part of...

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Meet your local chiro team

Are you, your loved ones or four-legged friends in need of a helping hand? Be Well Chiro and Physio has you covered. Across three locations...

Burnett orgs enjoy funding boost

A total of 21 Burnett community groups have snagged nearly half a million dollars in grant support during the latest round of the Queensland...

Corey’s inspiring trek

A former Burnett student turned outback nurse has completed the journey of a lifetime, trekking through the Simpson Desert to raise money for charity. Corey...

Man airlifted after rollover

A young man received a serious head injury during a rollover in the North Burnett yesterday afternoon, requiring air transport to hospital. Paramedics and firefighters...

New recruits for local station

Kingaroy Fire Station has welcomed four new recruits to its ranks, with Jason McPhee and Aaron Whackett among the new blood. Jason McPhee, 36...

Community supports community

The South Burnett Support Alliance marked a special day last month, receiving a life-saving cheque from a fellow community group. On Saturday, 28 June, Kingaroy's...