Community News

Runnymede fire reined in

Firefighters were able to protect a number of structures near a paddock fire in Runnymede this morning. A spokesperson for the Queensland Fire and Emergency...

Have solar? Check your battery

Homeowners are urged to check their solar system batteries amid a major recall. LG Energy Solution Australia is working with the Australian Competition and Consumer...

Paris comes to Kumbia

The flavours of Paris came to Kumbia Hall on Friday night, 27 October, when more than 40 people enjoyed a French dinner in the...

Live music this Saturday

Burnett Sunsets is the region's latest offering from RCF Entertainment, presenting a free live music event from Ryza, Kingaroy State High School Band and...

North water cutbacks announced

The North Burnett Regional Council has imposed Level 2 water restrictions on the towns of Biggenden and Mount Perry as of last week, meaning...

Cops call for public’s help in search for Ballogie woman

Police have called on the public for help in their search efforts for 58-year-old Ballogie woman Helen Free, admitting they are stumped by the...

Large hail, damaging wind: Storm approaches Burnett

Residents of the Wide Bay-Burnett should prepare for a severe storm to hit the region, the Bureau of Meteorology warned this afternoon. A report from...

EXTENDED: Burnett fire ban

UPDATE: The current fire ban has been extended until 23.59pm on Monday, 6 November. EARLIER: Burnett residents are urged to be fire safe this...

Plant a seed of hope

'When you see a sunflower know that we care'. This is the motto of the Seeds of Hope initiative that South Burnett charity Boots...

STAY SAFE: Several fires in the Burnett

Dry weather conditions continue as many fires are being monitored across the Burnett and beyond. Here's a wrap of what's currently happening near Proston,...

STAY ALERT: Numerous fires across Burnett

Queensland Fire and Emergency Crews are currently fighting numerous fires across the Burnett region. These include Ellesmere near Brooklands and Durong in the South...

LEAVE NOW: Fire at Durong

Residents of Shellytop Road in Durong are urged to leave now. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services reports that the large, fast-moving fire is burning...

Mega touch footy finals day

The second 2023 Kingaroy touch football season wrapped up with an explosive four grand final matches last week. The Kingaroy Touch Association's 2023 season 2...