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North Burnett’s Anzac Day guide

Communities throughout the North Burnett will commemorate the immortal landing at Gallipoli on Saturday. The North Burnett's Anzac Day events this year take place in...

Little Red a champion steer

At the 117th Nanango Show, the cattle section saw some strong competition. On Saturday, 18 April, cattle of all breeds and sizes took to...

‘Friar’ a citrus hall of famer

A North Burnett citrus industry stalwart had his lifetime of service to farming honoured at a gala dinner in March. Henry Allan 'Friar' Meyer OAM...

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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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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...

Challenges affecting small businesses

Small business community groups from across the South Burnett came together on Wednesday, 8 April 2026, for a regional business engagement meeting hosted at...

First Nations voices guide maternity care

Darling Downs Health's Indigenous maternity care program has received national recognition for its approach to handling and incorporating patient feedback. The health service was named...

BREAKING: Man dies in highway crash

UPDATE: Police have confirmed a 53-year-old man from Victoria has died after crashing his car into a tree near Gayndah on Monday afternoon. According to a...