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Virus reports emerge after mouse plague

An increase in rodent activity has seen a number of Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus cases reported in the Darling Downs health region, which includes the...

Fresh funds for healthy habits at netball

Burnett netball clubs could secure a much needed boost with fresh funds for grassroots netball up for grabs. Woolworths have up to $250,000 in...

LIST: Burnett markets, shows, festivals cancelled

As Queenslanders wait in anticipation to see if the lockdown is lifted next week for the southeast region, more Burnett events have been cancelled....

Burnett cops checking Covid-19 compliance

South Burnett police officers have been out and about ensuring everyone travelling within the South Burnett area are Covid-19 compliant. With the South Burnett...

FOUND: Bicycles in Murgon

Police are requesting assistance to locate the owners of two push bicycles that were found in a bush near the vicinity of Macalister Street,...

Auction items revealed for Dinner with the Captains

One of the region's greatest fundraisers is fast approaching, all in support of Cancer Council Queensland. The South Burnett Relay For Life Dinner with...

Cricket club helping to hit cancer for six

Kingaroy's Wooroolin Warriors Cricket Club has donated $1500 to the South Burnett Relay For Life fundraising effort, following a successful evening at their end...

PHOTOS: Celebrating Country

The North Burnett community showed their support for NAIDOC Week celebrating with an afternoon jam-packed with cultural activities. The community turned out in droves...

End the diabetes blame and shame

Widespread community misunderstanding and stigma about diabetes are driving high rates of mental health problems for people living with diabetes experts have warned. Despite nearly...

A dietitian’s take on diabetes week

Australia promotes the National Diabetes Week in July to increase awareness about the disease. Vital Health Kingaroy's dietitian Will Best shares some information about...

BIOSECURITY RISK: Invasive cactus spotted in Burnett

A biosecurity alert has been released for the Glan Devon region in the South Burnett. Harrisia Cactus, an invasive cactus species has been confirmed...

Staying fit and healthy with diabetes

Staying fit and healthy is important at any age and is especially vital for those diagnosed with, or at risk of, diabetes. The team...

Cooyar’s packed show schedule

The 2026 Cooyar Show promises to be a family-friendly day of entertainment. The first of many events at the Cooyar Showgrounds on Saturday 21 February...