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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...

Severe thunderstorms likely this weekend

Burnett residents are being urged to be prepared for potential severe thunderstorms, and even tornadoes, this weekend. Bureau of Meteorology reported the next few...

Students’ spooktacular fun

It was spooktacular at Proston K-10 State School on Friday, 31 October. Students took on the Halloween theme and dressed up as skeletons, wizards,...

Fire ban extended for North Burnett

Local fire bans remain in place for the North Burnett Regional Council area. The Queensland Fire Department extended the local fire ban for Central...

Revised age pension guide out now

The updated 2025 guide for the Age Pension is now available. The guide provides information on payment rates, income, and assets tests and conditions....

Proston pilates in the park

The first Proston pilates in the park class was well attended. Pilates instructor Catherine held her first class of the year at Proston's Railway...

Last chance to explore Prep at Crawford

Crawford State School is hosting the last of its 2025 pre-prep days over the coming week. The small school on 215-227 Siefert Street invites young...

REVEALED: SB Aussie day 2026 nominees

South Burnett's community heroes and amazing organisations are set to be celebrated during the Australia Day 2026 weekend. A total of 75 community members...