September 22, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that prescribed burn operations will be undertaken at the Bjelke-Petersen Recreation and Caravan Park between Tuesday, September 23 and Thursday, September 25, 2025 for the purpose of fuel reduction.

The prescribed burn is being completed by Council’s dam management contractor that has the appropriate skills and permit to light fire.

Prescribed burns play an important part in wildfire mitigation and biodiversity conservation.

Residents and businesses around the burn area are reminded to take the following precautions:

• Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering buildings

• Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns

• Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage

• Remove washing from clothes lines

• Ensure pets have a protected area

• Vehicles must slow down, keep windows up and turn highlights on

• Sightseers must keep away from the burn zone for their own safety

Campers and guests of the tourist park will be advised by the dam managers prior to lighting.

If you have asthma or other breathing difficulties, reduce outdoor activities. If shortness of breath or coughing develops, take advised medical precautions or seek medical advice.

For further information please, contact Council’s Commercial Enterprises team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 22, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking a new pool manager for the Proston Swimming Pool and invites interested individuals to apply.

This role offers the chance to work in an outdoor environment, engage with the community, and develop valuable skills in swimming, lifeguarding, and recreation.

To be considered for the position, applicants must have the following:

1. Public Liability Insurance

2. Mandatory Qualifications:
• Cert III in Pool Plant Operations
• Lifeguarding certification
• Bronze Medallion
• First Aid and Resuscitation certification
• Blue Card

3. Desirable Qualifications:
• Learn to Swim Teacher certification

4. Business and Marketing Plan:
• Applicants are encouraged to submit a business and marketing plan.

Offer documents can be downloaded by registering on Council's tendering platform Tenderlink.

Registration instructions and links can be found on Council's website under Tenders & Supply.

The Tenderlink Reference is BURNET-1140878. Submissions close at 2:00pm on Monday, October 6, 2025.

Your involvement could play a crucial role in reopening the Proston Swimming Pool for community enjoyment.

If you would like to discuss this role and /or its qualifications, please contact SBRC’s Facilities Management Officer on (07) 4189-9221; or for further information contact Council on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 22, 2025 - The Kingaroy Aquatic Centre opened its Learn to Swim heated pool for public use for a six–week trial period, starting Saturday, September 20, to Friday, October 31, 2025.

Availability of the pool will be 8:15am to 9:15am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and public holidays 10:00am to 11:00am.

Learn To Swim classes will remain as per schedule.

There will be set rules in place for patrons to follow:

Pool Rules

1. A Lifeguard must always be present to perform lifesaving duties and not to assist with entering and exiting the pool.

2. Trainers, physiotherapists and carers must always be in the pool with their clients.

3. To access the pool, people must be able to enter and exit via the stairs and bench seating within the pool.

4. No chair lift is available.

5. The heated pool is not to be used for lap swimming.

6. No children are allowed access to pool without a parent in the water with them.

7. Children under the age of 12 must always be within arm’s reach.

Patrons also need to remember that the Learn to Swin heated pool is indoors and has a temperature of 30 degrees C, which is not the temperature level for a hydrotherapy pool.

Access is not suitable for disabled or physically impaired patrons.

For further information, please contact Council’s Facilities, Parks and NRM Team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 19, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council regrets to advise that due to an equipment failure of the solar pool heating system, the Blackbutt Swimming Pool currently has no operational heating, including pool pumps and heat blankets.

As a result, the water temperature has dropped below the comfortable level required for safe swimming activities.

The owners of the pool and pool manager have determined that the pool will remain closed until the water temperature reaches a minimum of 24 degrees Celsius.

This decision ensures the safety and comfort of all users.

There is uncertainty about whether the heating system will be replaced or a timeline for repairs. Further updates will be issued as they become available.

In light of these circumstances, the local school has advised that they have tentatively scheduled swimming activities to resume at the end of October, contingent upon the water temperature reaching a safe and comfortable level.

The pool's temperature will be closely monitored on a weekly basis to determine when it will be feasible to reopen.

Given the current conditions and to ensure the safety and comfort of all potential pool users, it is recommended that the pool remains closed for an additional three weeks, with a tentative reopening date of Monday, October 13. This timeline allows for sufficient monitoring and evaluation of the water temperature to ensure a safe environment for swimming activities.

Any changes to this tentative timeline will be communicated as soon as they become available.

For further information please contact Council’s Facilities, Parks and NRM Team (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 19, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the water main replacement from the Proston Reservoir to Beresford Street Proston, is nearing completion.

In order to connect the replaced water main, crews will be isolating the reservoir for connection on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

Unfortunately, the Proston town water supply will need to be isolated and connected properties will be without water from 8:00am to 4:00pm.

To provide a safe work environment for Council staff, contractors and users, traffic signage will be in place during the time of works to control flow of traffic and ensure pedestrian safety.

Council apologises in advance for any inconvenience this work may cause and appreciates your patience while works are in progress.

For further information regarding these works, please contact Council’s Water and Wastewater team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 19, 2025 - Regrettably, the Proston Swimming Pool will temporarily close to the public as Council advertises for a new pool manager.

Unfortunately, the Proston Parents and Citizens will not be continuing to supervise the Proston Pool this season. The Department of Education will oversee the pool for school swimming activities only.

Council would also like to assure the Proston community that while the pool is closed at this stage, Council is in discussions with interested parties to manage the pool, further updates will be provided.

Alternative Swimming Options

During this period, no community activities such as public swimming, learn-to-swim classes, or exercise sessions will be available at the Proston Swimming Pool.

We encourage those interested in these activities to consider visiting the following facilities:

• Murgon Swimming Pool

• Wondai Swimming Pool

• Kingaroy Swimming Pool

• South Burnett Aquatic Centre, Nanango

These locations offer a variety of services including learn-to-swim programs, swimming classes, squads, and exercise classes.

Council looks forward to giving further updates on the opening dates for the Proston Pool.

For further information please contact Council’s Facilities, Parks and NRM Team (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 18, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking offers for the supply and delivery of one (1) 30hp tractor broom with trailer.

Offer documents can be downloaded by registering on Council's tendering platform Tenderlink.

Registration instructions and links can be found on Council's website under Tenders & Supply.

The Tenderlink Reference is BURNET-1140498.

Submissions open on Thursday, September 18, 2025 and close at 2:00pm on Thursday, October 9, 2025.

For further information, contact Council on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 15, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking the owner of the following goats:

• One (1) Boer Nannies

• Two (2) Boer-cross Billies

• Seven (7) Cross-bred kids

These goats were found wandering in the Boyneside area on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

Persons wanting to claim the animals must provide proof of ownership.

Claim period closes 12:00 noon on Friday, September 19, 2025.

An advertisement for an expression of interest and acquisition of the animals will follow if not claimed before the advertised date.

For further information, please contact Council’s Facilities, Parks and NRM Team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 11, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking the owner of the following goats:

• Four (4) Boer Nannies

• Two (2) Cross-bred Nannies

• Three (3) Angora-cross wethers

• Five (5) Cross-bred kids

These goats were found wandering in the Wilkesdale area on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

Persons wanting to claim the animals must provide proof of ownership.

Claim period closes 12:00 noon on Thursday, September 18, 2025.

An advertisement for an expression of interest and acquisition of the animals will follow if not claimed before the advertised date.

For further information, please contact Council’s Facilities, Parks and NRM Team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

September 11, 2015 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking offers for the supply and delivery of one (1) dual cab 4x4 utility.

Offer documents can be downloaded by registering on Council's tendering platform Tenderlink.

Registration instructions and links can be found on Council's website under Tenders & Supply.

The Tenderlink Reference is BURNET-1139937.

Submissions open on Thursday, September 11, 2025 and close at 2:00pm on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

For further information, contact Council on ()7) 4189-9100 or by email

September 11, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the replacement of the water main along Bunker Avenue, Nanango, between Fairway Drive and Flag Street, will commence on Monday, September 15, 2025.

The installation is anticipated to take approximately six (6) weeks, weather permitting.

To provide a safe work environment for Council staff, contractors and users, traffic signage will be in place during the time of works to control flow of traffic and ensure pedestrian safety. Throughout the duration of works, it is expected that there will be several road closures affecting both lanes of traffic whilst crews install the watermains under the road.

Motorists and pedestrians are requested to travel with extra care, to drive to the prevailing road conditions, and adhere to signage.
Works are anticipated to be carried out in a staged program. Further communication with times of closures will be provided to affected businesses and residents.

Council apologises in advance for any inconvenience this work may cause and appreciates your patience while works are in progress.

For further information regarding these works, please contact Council’s Water and Wastewater team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

August 29, 2025 - Council hereby notifies all ratepayers that rate notices for the period July 1 to December 31, 2025 have been issued on Friday, August 29, 2025 with a discount date of Friday, October 3, 2025.

If you have not received your rate notice by Monday, September 8, 2025, please contact your local Customer Service Centre for a copy to be mailed to you. Non-receipt of rate notices is not an acceptable excuse for late payment of rates.

The due date in the brochure entitled "2025/2026 Schedule of Rates" which accompanies the August 2025 rate notice makes reference to the last day to receive the 10 per cent discount as September 24, 2025. This date is incorrect. Please disregard this date, although earlier payment of rate levies is always encouraged and appreciated.

Council’s customer service team is committed to providing exemplary customer service and will be happy to assist with rates inquiries. Council has zero-tolerance of abusive or unacceptable behaviour of customers. Swearing, threats, abuse, manipulation, and any act of violence will not be tolerated.

Change How You Receive Your Rate Notice

Would you like the chance to win $500 credit towards your next rates bill?

South Burnett Regional Council ratepayers have the chance to win $500 credit by opting to receive their future rates notices by email.

Ratepayers who currently receive a hardcopy rate notice via post but would now like to change their delivery method to email can visit Council’s website to see a full list of the terms and conditions.

After accepting the terms and conditions, to enter this opportunity complete the questions advising of your name, property address and the email address you would like to be used to receive all future rate notices.

For all existing property owners that have previously selected to receive rate notices by email, an email will be sent to this email on file with the link to SurveyMonkey to complete a simple form to confirm your inclusion in the raffle.

Council employees and their family members registered as co-owners of the same property are not eligible to participate.

Estimated Water Readings

Council has had to estimate some water meter readings included in this levy due to an obstruction, vegetation, a locked fence or a dog on the premises.

To ensure your next reading is not estimated please make access to the property available during September/December 2025 as per the Water Supply (Safety and Reliability) Act 2008 - Sect 37.

Payments

Payments may still be received in person at Nanango, Kingaroy, Murgon, Wondai, Proston and Blackbutt Customer Service Centres by EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard, cash or cheque.

Payments can also be made through Australia Post and via BPAY. Discount will be available up to Friday, October 3, 2025.

Please ensure electronic transfers are received into Council’s account before the close of discount date. For BPAY transfers allow up to three days for transfer into Council’s account.

Please contact your financial institution directly regarding internet banking and transfer cut-off times.

Property owners who are unable to pay their rates by the due date have the option to enter into a payment plan by completing the Application to Pay Rates by Instalments form (741kb PDF) which can be downloaded from Council's website.

Financial Hardship

If you are experiencing financial hardship, you are encouraged to apply for assistance by completing the financial hardship rates application on Council's website.

For further information regarding rates, rate payments, or changes to Council’s payment options, please contact Council’s Rates team on 1300-789-279, (07) 4189-9100 or by email

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August 26, 2025 - Would you like the chance to win $500 credit towards your next rates bill?

South Burnett Regional Council ratepayers have the chance to win $500 credit by opting to receive future rates notices by email.

Ratepayers who currently receive a hardcopy rate notice via post but would now like to change their delivery method to email can visit Council’s website to see a full list of the terms and conditions.

After accepting the terms and conditions, to enter this opportunity complete the questions advising of your name, property address and the email address you would like to be used to receive all future rate notices.

For all existing property owners that have previously selected to receive rate notices by email, an email will be sent to this email on file with a link to SurveyMonkey to complete a simple form to confirm your inclusion in the raffle.

Council employees and their family members registered as co-owners of the same property are not eligible to participate.

For further information, please contact Council’s Rates Team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

August 26, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises residents that Council and/or its appointed water meter reading officer will soon begin reading water meters throughout the region for the half year period ending December 31, 2025.

The water meter reading program will apply to all premises connected to the water supply schemes in Blackbutt, Boondooma, Kingaroy, Kumbia, Murgon, Nanango, Proston, Proston Rural, Tingoora, Wondai and Wooroolin for the purpose of recording water meter readings.

The water meter reading program will commence during September 2025 and is expected to continue until Friday, December 19, 2025 and will be conducted between the hours of 6:00am and 6:00pm daily.

The water meter reading program collects information for the billing of water consumption that will be included on the six-monthly rate notices to be issued in February 2026.

Meter reading personnel may be required to enter properties to gain access to and read the water meters.

It is a requirement of the property owner to ensure that Council personnel have clear access to the water meter for meter maintenance and reading purposes.

Garden beds and tree planting near the water meter are to be avoided and you must keep a one (1) metre clearance around the water meter.

For the safety of meter reading personnel, please ensure that your animals are enclosed within your property and check that garden vegetation does not obstruct access to your
water meter.

More details about the billing of water consumption and other useful information can be found on Council’s website

For further information, please contact Council's Rates Team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

August 14, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is reminding residents of the importance of maintaining clear access to their water meters as part of the regular meter reading program.

Water meter readings are essential for accurately billing of water consumption and supporting the efficient management of our water infrastructure.

In the last round of water meter reads, there were several difficult to reach water meters identified. Council conducts approximately 10,000 water meter reads at properties throughout the region. These readings are carried out twice a year — between April to July and September to December — to ensure accurate billing and water usage tracking.

To ensure the process runs smoothly, Council personnel may need to enter properties to access and read water meters. Council would like to remind the community that it is the responsibility of property owners to ensure that meters are easily accessible and unobstructed.

Why It Matters

Clear access to water meters helps Council staff perform accurate readings and maintenance safely and efficiently. If access is obstructed, the property owner may be asked to read the meter themselves, or Council may estimate usage, which could result in inaccurate billing.

Do The Right Thing – Here’s How You Can Help:

DO:

• Check that the meter is visible and readable.

• Ensure the meter can be accessed easily.

• Make sure the lid can be removed without difficulty.

• Trim grass, shrubs, and trees around the meter.

• Maintain a one (1) metre clearance around your water meter and avoid planting garden beds or trees nearby.

• Ensure pets are securely enclosed during meter reading periods for the safety of Council staff.

DON'T

• Allow grass, shrubs, or trees to cover the meter.

• Let sand, dirt, debris, or ant nests build up around the meter or meter box.

• Damage the meter or meter box with tools or equipment such as lawnmowers or shovels.

• Failure to maintain clear access may result in your meter not being read.

More details about the billing of water consumption and other useful information can be found on Council’s website

For further information, please contact Council's Rates Team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

August 5, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that a temporary road closure of the unsealed section of Morris Street, Blackbutt, is planned to commence the week of Monday, August 11, 2025, weather and machinery permitting.

Access for residents will be managed through the work zone.

There will be some closure to vehicle access to properties for a few days for construction of new kerb and channel and associated earthworks. Site staff will liaise with individual residents on the timing of vehicle access closures.

The anticipated duration of construction is six (6) weeks, weather and machinery permitting.

This closure is to facilitate road construction work. This project will replace the existing unsealed pavement in Morris Street, including the connection to Miller Street, with a sealed pavement and kerb and channel.

To assist with safety, temporary signage and traffic control staff will be in place to assist traffic around the work area.

Construction activity will create noise from machinery and equipment and there may be some restrictions to vehicle parking and pedestrian access for public safety, however these impacts will be limited.

Site works and construction activity will take place Monday to Friday 6:30am-5:00pm.

This project is proudly funded under the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program.

The Morris Street works are a component of the Parking and Roads Construction and Upgrades project, which received $2 million in funding through the 2024-27 Works for Queensland Program.

For further information regarding the project works, please contact Council’s Infrastructure team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

July 24, 2025 - If you are a not-for-profit community organisation delivering programs, activities and events within the South Burnett, you could be eligible for sponsorship for your Australia Day Event or Christmas Carnival.

Applications for sponsorship are now open and close on:

• Christmas Carnival sponsorship – Tuesday, September 30, 2025

• Australia Day events – Friday, October 31, 2025.

Don’t forget, Elite Performance Youth Grant, Councillor Discretionary Fund, Community Hall Insurance Grant, School Student Awards, Indigenous Affairs Fund and In-Kind Sponsorship applications can be submitted year-round.

To view the Community Grants Program Policy and to download the application forms, please visit Council’s website

For further information and inquiries, please contact Council’s Community Grants Officer on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

July 1, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that commencing Wednesday, July 2, 2025, Customer Service Centres and Libraries will close every Wednesday at 4.00pm.

The early closure provides an opportunity for staff to undertake team training and for other operational purposes.

Council’s after-hours service will be available for customers to contact Council for urgent matters.

For further information, contact Council on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

May 19, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that planning to upgrade the culverts on Mondure Crossing Road has commenced.

The outcome of the project is to provide resilience and safety during and post flood events.

The project is funded between South Burnett Regional Council and the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements which is a jointly funded program between the Australian and Queensland Governments.

In order to safely complete these works, it is necessary to close vehicular access across Barkers Creek on Mondure Crossing Road and close the public recreation area on the creek.

Works are anticipated to commence from Monday, June 9, 2025 until late September 2025 (subject to weather and machinery).

Detour signage will be in place prior to commencement of works.

Council apologises in advance for any inconvenience this work may cause and appreciates your patience while works are in progress.

For further information regarding the project, please contact Council’s Infrastructure team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

Council’s Rates Notice and Reminder Notices have been updated to include information regarding financial hardship that encourages ratepayers to apply for assistance by completing the Financial Hardship Rates Application which is available on Council’s website.

Property owners who may be experiencing financial hardship are encouraged to contact Council as soon as possible.

Financial counsellors who have undertaken an assessment of the ratepayer’s situation can contact Council on the property owner’s behalf with written consent of the property owner.

Further information relating to Council’s Financial Hardship Policy and the application process is available on Council’s Financial Hardship Factsheet

Council would like to advise that in accordance with Section 254B of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ordinary Meetings from January to December 2025 have been scheduled as follows:

Wed 22 Jan 2025 General Meeting Wed 19 Feb 2025 General Meeting Wed 19 Mar 2025 General Meeting Wed 16 Apr 2025 General Meeting Wed 21 May 2025 General Meeting Wed 18 Jun 2025 General Meeting

Wed 16 Jul 2025 Special Budget Meeting Wed 20 Aug 2025 General Meeting Wed 17 Sep 2025 General Meeting Wed 15 Oct 2025 General Meeting Wed 19 Nov 2025 General Meeting Wed 17 Dec 2025 General Meeting

Meetings commence at 9:00am in the Warren Truss Chamber, Glendon Street, Kingaroy unless stated otherwise.

Residents are invited to attend the meeting as members of the public gallery.

Council began livestreaming video and audio of meetings in 2020. These videos, along with meeting agendas and minutes, can be viewed on the Council Meetings

As well as accessing a livestream of Council meetings, visitors will also be able to view the recorded (archived) meetings and follow links to meeting schedules, agendas, and minutes.

The livestream and archived videos are a free public service and should not be treated as an official record of Council meetings. For a copy of the official public record, please refer to the Meeting Minutes on our website.

For further information regarding Council meetings contact Council’s Executive Services team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

Level 3 water restrictions are now in place throughout the South Burnett Region.

Residents are advised that sprinklers are not to be used, and hosing of paved or concreted areas is not permitted.

Hand held watering is permitted from 7:00am to 8:00am, and 5:00pm to 6:00pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays for odd numbered houses and Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays for even numbered houses. No residential watering is permitted on Mondays.

Further details are available on the Council website or by contacting Customer Contact on (07) 4189-9100.

You can obtain more news and information from the South Burnett Regional Council's website, or by contacting Council on (07) 4189 9100 during office hours.