The bush needs a strong voice now more than ever
The dust has finally settled on the Federal election and Australia has a new Prime Minister, a new Government and claims for a mandate...
Peanuts rained out
It's raining on the peanut farmers' parade.
Peanut farmers have had their crops heavily impacted by the heavy rainfall events of May this year.
The heavy...
PAUL’S PADDOCK: What to know about Maximum Residue Limits
The photo attached is from the Australian Mungbean Assc statutory declaration paperwork that is mandatory to fill out correctly by land managers or farm...
From their shelf to your fridge
The new owners of Goomeri's Foodworks have well and truly hit the ground running, opening their doors and hearts to the community through a...
Students sleep rough for fundraiser
Students at Saint Mary's Catholic College Kingaroy donned their beanies, windbreakers and wool socks last Friday, tucking into cardboard boxes and sleeping bags for...
A hub of art and opportunities
Murgon and Cherbourg's budding artists had their work recognised by local professionals and the community as part of a youth art competition last month.
The...
Very strong market for memorial show, weaner cattle sale
The Tony Haupt Memorial Show & Weaner Cattle Sale this year was conducted as two separate sales over a 2-week period at the Eidsvold...
Murgon ambassador punches above his weight
Pharrell Chapman is punching above his weight when it comes to leadership and boxing.
The young man was recognised as the Murgon Business Development...
Hydro build to create 4000 jobs
A massive pumped hydroelectricity plan for Borumba Dam will create up to 4000 jobs for South Burnett and Gympie tradies, along with millions of...
Early identities of the district
The following excerpts are from an article published in the Brisbane Courier on 1 March 1924, which was written by a special correspondent relating...
A family’s dedication to council
The caravan’s packed. The tinnie is champing at the bit and the grandkids have never been closer. Graham Maynard sips his cup of tea...
‘They will break your heart’: Gayndah vet warns about danger of poison bait
A Gayndah veterinarian has warned Burnett locals about the potential dangers of poison bait for domestic animals, as mouse populations reportedly continue to grow...

















