Stellar start to midwife journey
A Maidenwell midwife-to-be said her participation in an 18 month-long hospital placement program has equipped her to pursue her dream job in healthcare.
Lilly White,...
Wuruma Dam reopened
Families are set to enjoy the revamped recreation facilities at Wuruma Dam.
The North Burnett Dam's facilities, including the campground, and lookout areas received...
Probation for ‘targeted’ thefts, threats
A Cherbourg mother of two will serve a year on probation after a series of thefts and other offences in the South Burnett last...
School leaders for Saint Mary’s
With the 2026 school year underway, schools around the region welcomed their new school leaders.
Saint Mary’s Catholic College Kingaroy saw four students raise...
Meet some Burnett pets
Burnett pets come in all shapes, sizes and shades but all seem to have a big personality and are very much loved.
National Love...
New animal centre officially opens
Despite the wet and dreary weather, it didn't stop people from coming and finding their new pet.
On Saturday 14 February, the South Burnett...
INFO APPEAL: Murgon break-ins
Police are appealing for information regarding two break and enters in Murgon during January.
The first incident occurred on 4 January at 10.50pm where...
President’s Day in the rain
Over the weekend, nine lawn bowls clubs converged on Kingaroy for the Kingaroy President's Day.
Despite the rain on Sunday, 15 February, the Kingaroy...
Dinner to celebrate love
Couples from right across the Burnett took the opportunity last weekend to spend a special moment with their sweetheart.
Saturday 14 February marked Valentine's...
Flood rescues after heavy rain
First responders rescued several motorists in the North Burnett who became trapped in floodwaters over the weekend, as heavy rain impacted the region.
The Queensland...
Teen dies days after rollover
Police have confirmed a 17-year-old from the North Burnett, whose car plunged off an embankment on Gin Gin-Mount Perry Road on Monday, has died...
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...

















