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A GEM of a show

Wondai became the gem of the South Burnett last month. On Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March, gem lovers flocked to the Wondai Sportsgrounds for...

Finding the next market find

Over the weekend, a huge crowd flocked to the Nanango Showgrounds for the monthly markets. On Saturday, 4 April, the Nanango Markets saw many...

Showgirl shares highlight

Veronica May was crowned Kingaroy Showgirl 2025, marking her second consecutive year holding the prestigious title. Her back‑to‑back win reflects not only her poise...

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Club secures its future

Kingaroy Golf Club has taken a major step toward securing its long term future with the arrival of 20 near new lithium golf carts,...

Lily’s big netball dreams

Up and coming South Burnett netballer Lily Andrews has had a whirlwind start to her big year. The 16-year-old Nanango girl has made the...

Tennis club’s 20-year project

It has been a project more than 20 years in the making, but Kingaroy and District Tennis Association finally has their new amenities block....

‘Phins Up’ for Cobbo’s first try

Selwyn Cobbo scored his first try as a Dolphin during the team's 21 March clash with the Sharks. Cobbo, 23, played the full 80 minutes...

Mundubbera’s Ironman

At 24 years of age, Mundubbera's Blake Jackson is a celebrated rugby league player, a new businessowner - and now also a certified Ironman. Blake...

Juniors ‘love’ tournament

Kingaroy hosted some up and coming junior tennis players last weekend. The Kingaroy round of the Junior Development Series 2026 was held at the...

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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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Amelia Davies takes home the major prize

Amelia Davies from Jandowae won first prize at this year’s Dinner Under the Stars after purchasing two tickets from the Jandowae Butcher. “We really...

North’s flood works pile up

The North Burnett Regional Council has admitted its crews are still patching up flood damage from 2022 and 2024, with the organisation now staring...

Carmel a Wondai local achiever

Long-time Wondai resident Carmel Olsen has been honoured for her dedication to the community. To celebrate the talent and dedication, South Burnett Regional Council...

Community explores future of natural burials in the South Burnett

A second community information session held at Virgo Funerals on 30 March brought together a small but engaged group of South Burnett residents interested...

What high-sulphur fuel means for your car

Lower quality fuel is being released in Australia to boost supplies. But what does it mean for prices and will ‘dirty fuel’ harm your car? The...

Celebrating Burnett women

South Burnett Regional Council have a strong team of women within their leadership team who are passionate about ensuring the region becomes a better...

Trails of discovery: Murgon

The small, rural town of Murgon has many hidden wonders to see and experience, if you know where to look. Why not spend a...

St Therese’s leadership squad

A group of four dedicated students at St Therese's Catholic Primary School in Monto have taken on the mantle of leadership in 2026. Year 6...

Timeless country hits rock Kumbia Hall

Their songs have been part of the musical landscape of our lives for almost four decades – and the tribute show that rocked the...

Celebrating 50 golden years

It was a time of celebration as Judy McKewen (née Elliot) and Glen McKewen celebrated their wedding anniversary. The two tied the knot 50...