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Animal centre to open Saturdays

South Burnett's Animal Management Centre will be extending its hours so more people can adopt a new pet. The centre will be open to...

Eisteddfod was first class

Kingaroy came alive with energy, elegance, and enthusiasm over the weekend as the Western Stars Cali Dance Eisteddfod welcomed 150 competitors from eight clubs...

Council to start water meter reading program

The South Burnett Regional Council advises residents that water meter reading officers will soon begin accessing water meters throughout the region once again. The water...

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Sport

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...

Tigers’ explosive start to the season

The Mundubbera Tigers dismissed a 'new and improved' Eidsvold Eagles side to claim a first-round victory in the 2026 Central Burnett Rugby League competition...

Four teams chase footy glory

The North Burnett's footy season will be contested by four dedicated teams in 2026, all of which have vowed to bring their A-game. Following the...

Recognising the little record breakers

At the 2025/26 season break up, South Burnett Little Athletics recognised their athletes who broke club records. Some impressively broke records that had been...

Recognising local little athletes

As another season comes to an end, South Burnett Little Athletics Centre celebrated a season of their athletes' accomplishments. On Wednesday, 1 April, the...

Ready for State Age

Kingaroy Netball’s top senior players will head north to test their skills these school holidays. The Kingaroy Netball 15 years and 16 years representative...

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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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Funfest true to its name

South Burnett children and their families enjoyed a sunny morning at Kingaroy's Memorial Park on Wednesday as they attended the Centacare and Rotary Kingaroy...

Road upgrades coming

Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads crews have started works to improve a section of the Isis Highway between Biggenden and Childers. TMR has...

Remains found in burnt-out home

Police have discovered human remains during their investigations into a suspicious house fire at Good Night near Bundaberg, which occurred on Saturday April 11. Emergency...

Rebates on for livestock tagging gear

The Queensland Government has committed $6.3 million to a second helping of financial assistance aimed at increasing the use of electronic identification tags in...

Youth Week Basketball Tournament

Young athletes from across the South Burnett converged on PCYC Murgon on Monday, 13 April, for the South Burnett 3v3 Basketball Tournament, a free...

Four charged in police ‘surge’

A police surge in response to a series of car thefts in the South Burnett over the weekend has led to the arrests of...

Show’s reps sashed

A group of five dedicated young men and women will represent the Kingaroy Show this year. The Kingaroy Show Society held its annual showgirl and...

Coffee with a Cop brings conversation

Kingaroy locals were invited to slow down, grab a cuppa, and enjoy a genuine chat with their local police officers at a relaxed Coffee...

Hall renos almost done

Cherbourg Community Hall is just weeks away from its grand reopening following years of renovations, with a recent event in the community space showing...

A weekend of fun and entertainment

The Kingaroy Show remains one of the region’s most loved annual traditions, drawing the the locals in a celebration of agriculture, fun and entertainment....