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That’s just horsin’ around

Horses help to learn and grow. Clients of the Endeavour Foundation participated in some equine-assisted activities courtesy of Friendship Horses on Wednesday, 13 July. The clients...

Paintings ‘endeavour’ to inspire at library

One of South Burnett's cultural hubs is now displaying some new art pieces. Ten artworks created by employees of the Endeavour Foundation will be displayed...

90-year-old takes 300km walk to help sick kids

At 90 years of age, Athol Alcorn shows more stamina than many half his age. The legally blind, nonagenarian, wrapped up on 3 July, a...

Cheers to another great year

Celebrating a birthday at any age is a wonderful thing, especially when you turn two. I still remember the day when we first set foot...

Flooding to cause road repair delays

South Burnett residents heard at a recent council meeting that they may see further delays when it comes to having their local roads repaired,...

Alchemy and a love of textiles

Tangled Threads’ exhibition ‘Alchemy: An Essay’ knits together a love of textiles and what is precious to these artists. Their works hang in the...

Ready to lead Kingaroy QCWA to centenary

Queensland Country Women’s Association’s Kingaroy branches are gearing up for their Centenary celebrations. Ahead of the 100-year dinner dance next month, the QCWA groups...

Day rodeo and beef show hits Murgon

A day rodeo proved great entertainment and the cattle show was an example of the region's best. The Murgon Show Society put on a Stud...

Wakka Wakka contributions recognised

The Burnett's Wakka Wakka people were officially recognised as the traditional custodians of their lands by Australia's Institute of Horticulture, just months after the...

Councillor’s big budget debate

South Burnett ratepayers will need to account for a ‘modest’ rate increase and learn how to recycle this new financial year. In a historical...

Cops crack down on region’s criminals

Queensland Police have arrested and fined dozens of people this month as part of two major initiatives to crack down on dangerous driving, drug,...

Fundraising to Bring Kahleesi Home

The Yarraman community banded together to help their own. At the Yarraman Bowls club on Saturday, 9 July, Yarraman came together to raise funds for...

Tensions rise at second crime meeting

A follow-up meeting to Murgon's first community town hall on crime in the region last week featured a markedly more tense atmosphere despite the...

The happy gardener