North Burnett Australia Day nominations open now
Nominations are now open for the North Burnett Regional Council Australia Day Awards.
All members of the North Burnett community are invited to consider nominating...
Parkinson’s group catch-up
The October meeting of the South Burnett Parkinson's Support Group was held at the Murgon Baptist Church Hall on Monday, 27 October.
Carmen opened...
Next round open for First Nations scholarships
The second round of Stanwell's First Nations Scholarship is now accepting applications, open to eligible applicants who live in or have a connection to...
Police plan holiday safety blitz
Queensland Police have handed out over 3,700 traffic tickets to drivers of e-mobility devices throughout 2025, with officers launching a state-wide crackdown on illegal...
Teen’s compassion almost lethal
A Crows Nest boy experienced a brush with death after trying to free a flying-fox from a drawn-out demise on his family's barbed-wire fence.
William,...
Grants to help women return to work
Applications are now open for the new ground-breaking Women's Career Grants initiative.
After the program was launched on 12 October, more than 3,300 Queensland...
Nominate for Toowoomba Region Australia Day awards
Toowoomba Regional Council is reminding residents to lodge nominations for outstanding achievers who will be considered for 2026 Toowoomba Region Australia Day awards.
TRC Australia...
UPDATE: Elderly man now found
UPDATE: The 72-year-old man, who had been reported missing from Murgon, was found sfae and well.
The police thanked the media and public for...
Am I more grateful?
Recently, I turned 60. An age —just as good as any—to reassess past decisions and reflect on the trajectory of the years that remain....
WARNING: ‘Very dangerous thunderstorm’
A very dangerous thunderstorm is forecast to hit the Burnett this afternoon.
The Bureau of Meterology issued a severe thunderstorm warning for large, possibly...
Monto nurses upskill to enhance care
Monto Hospital's registered nursing team have a new skill under their belt.
Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service reported that Monto Hospital's continued commitment...
AgForce Producer of the Year nominations now open
The Producer of the Year Award is more than a title - it’s a celebration of the very best of Australian agriculture.
Following the...
Toy run ride brings hope
The Burnett Branch of the Ulysses Motorcycle Riders had learned that the Salvation Army struggled to meet Christmas demand the previous year.
Determined to...
