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Council sets 2026 meeting dates

The North Burnett Regional Council has published the dates and locations for its monthly general meetings throughout 2026. Council added its 2026 dates to its...

Bendigo Bank scholarship applications open for 2026

High school graduates struggling to make ends meet could get a boost for their tertiary studies. The Bendigo Bank scholarships are now open for...

Aus Day in Blackbutt

Get ready to let out your inner Aussie. The Blackbutt Showgrounds will see fun and celebrations this Australia Day, as the Blackbutt Benarkin Lions...

Aged Kingaroy water main to be replaced

Works have begun this week on the replacement of an old water main in Kingaroy. South Burnett Regional Council announced the aged water main...

Reflections on leadership and the road ahead for AgForce

Stepping into the role of CEO at AgForce has been both grounding and energising. It is an opportunity to understand an organisation with a...

Gayndah’s Christmas lights winners

Christmas lights were truly shining in Gayndah, with residents and businesses alike taking on the 2025 Gayndah Christmas Lights Competition. The competition is proudly...

Plan a healthy New Year

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is urging the community to make healthy and safe choices when celebrating during the New Year period. ADF...

Ham it up with leftovers

A leg of Christmas ham is always a festive treat many families look forward to every year however, there always seems to be leftovers...

Christmas trees decorated from base to star

From small to big, simple to elaborate, Christmas trees can be decoarated in a many number of ways, with no two trees alike. We...

Outback mental health is a focus this festive season

While many Queenslanders are gearing up for their yearly dose of Christmas cheer, for some, it can be a really tough time. Isolation can impact...

Writers’ festive Christmas meet

On 9 December the Kingaroy Writers' Association held their Christmas party at the home of member Brad and his wife Ann. All who attended...

Mayor’s lunch funds food vouchers

More than $6,800 will assist South Burnett families in need thanks to the Mayor's Community Christmas Luncheon. The 5 December event welcomed Sonia McMahon...

Kingaroy S.S. welcomes new student leaders

Kingaroy State School has welcomed many new student leaders for 2026, all eager to lead their student peers. Year 6 student, Scarlett Bliesner raised...