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Murgon grass fire triggers alert

A large grass fire near the Murgon Hospital this afternoon has triggered a smoke warning from the Queensland Fire Department, urging people to stay...

Birthday competition winners announced

Burnett Today wrapped up its July Birthday Competition with a burst of excitement, announcing three lucky winners who took home some incredible prizes thanks...

Join the 2025 pig crew

Have you got a bit of bacon spirit to give to the Kingaroy community? Kingaroy BaconFest is keen to expand their pig crew with...

Learn F.A.S.T. signs of stroke

Stroke Foundation is urging all Australians to do their part this National Stroke Week by learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. signs of stroke so...

Monkey’s Paw a thrilling debut

Long-time Nanango Theatre actor Ben Richardson has stepped out for his debut as a playwright. Mr Richardson has around 30 years of community acting experience,...

Special screening of Troy Cassar-Daley’s documentary

On Kingaroy BaconFest eve, Kingaroy Satellite Cinema will host a special once-off screening of Troy Cassar-Daley's powerful, heartfelt documentary. As the excitement builds for...

New leaders for Kingaroy Lions

Last week the Kingaroy Lions Club held its 60th annual change over of office bearers. Outgoing president Chris Robins thanked the club for...

Call to action against respiratory illnesses

Darling Downs residents are being urged to take steps to protect themselves and others from respiratory illnesses this winter, with a particular focus on...

Laying a wreath to remember

South Burnett councillor Jane Erkens felt privileged to attend a memorial service acknowledging the Korean War in Nanango on Sunday, 27 July. Here's her...

Darling Downs hospitals overloaded

"We are urging residents to consider their care options and keep the Emergency Department for emergencies," Health Service Chief Executive, Annette Scott PSM, said. Darling...

Call for witnesses of serious Childers crash

Police are calling for witnesses of a serious single vehicle crash near Childers on Wednesday afternoon, 30 July. The emergency services received reports that...

Stanwell recruits emerging engineers

Stanwell is powering up the futures of early-career engineers through the launch of its new Engineering Early Careers Acceleration Program. Through the program, six...

Tag-a-Toga a great catch

A total of 63 anglers converged on Lake Boondooma near Proston for the 11th annual TAG-A-TOGA event on 27 February to 1 March for...

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