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Temporary Road Closure:
Moonya Street, Kingaroy

May 27, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that the temporary road closure of Moonya Street, Kingaroy, between Fitzroy and Carinya streets, planned to facilitate road construction works, has now commenced.

The closure is expected to be in place for approximately three (3) weeks, weather and machinery permitting.

The project will replace the kerb and channel and adjacent road pavement in this section of Moonya Street.

In order to provide a safe work environment, the section of Moonya Street where work is occurring will be closed to traffic during the construction. Signage and traffic control staff will be in place to direct traffic around the work area.

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

Site works and construction activity will be performed Monday to Friday, 6:30am–5:00pm with occasional weekend work.

This project is proudly funded by the Queensland Government’s 2024-27 Works For Queensland program.

The Moonya Street works are a component of the Kerbs and Medians Construction and Upgrades Program, which received $1,517,169 in funding through the 2024-27 Works for Queensland Program.

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
Bus Shelter - Liesegangs Road, Crawford
May 27, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is pleased to advise that construction of a new bus shelter in Liesegangs Road, Crawford, outside the Crawford State School, is due to commence during the week of Monday, June 2, 2025.

The project will provide a new bus shelter with seating.

In order to provide a safe work environment, temporary signage and fencing will be in place around the work area.

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

Site works and construction activity will be performed Monday to Friday, 6:30am–5:00pm with occasional weekend work. The project is expected to be completed by June 2025.

This project has been funded under the South Burnett Regional Council’s capital works program.

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 works, please contact Council’s Infrastructure team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email
Sale & Removal Of
Boondooma Dam Bunkhouse

May 22, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking quotations for the sale and removal of the Boondooma bunkhouse and recreation building located at the Boondooma Dam Caravan and Recreation Park.

The bunkhouse was utilised as accommodation during the construction of the dam from 1980 to 1983.

In 2021, Council moved the building from the lookout to its current location and has undertaken renovations to update it to a standard for short-term accommodation.

Council has assessed the current and future accommodation requirements of the park and seeks to change the type of accommodation offered in this site from “bunkhouse” accommodation to individual cabins or up-market powered caravan en suite sites.

Both buildings have the opportunity to be repurposed and provide an accommodation and a general recreation facility for a not-for-profit or private tenderer.

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-1129716.

Submissions close at 2:00pm on Thursday, June 12, 2025.

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


[NB. This Public Notice is amended]
Footpath Upgrade, Nanango CBD:
Drayton St between Fitzroy St and Palace Lane

May 19, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is pleased to advise that the footpath and kerb and channel upgrade is planned to commence this week on the southern side of Drayton Street, between Fitzroy Street and Palace Lane.

The project will replace the footpath and kerb and channel in this section of Drayton Street.

In order to provide a safe work environment, temporary signage and traffic control staff will be in place to assist pedestrians around the work area.

Access to businesses will be provided during the construction period.

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

Site works and construction activity will be performed Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 5:00pm, with occasional weekend work.

The project is expected to be completed by June 2025.

Council has allocated $1,517,169 in funding from the Queensland Government’s 2024-27 Works For Queensland program to the Kerbs and Medians Construction and Upgrades projects.

This includes the works at Drayton Street. These works are proudly funded by the Queensland Government through the Works for Queensland Program.

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.
Temporary Road Closure:
Mondure Crossing Road

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
Notice Of Works:
Maidenwell Transfer Station Upgrade

May 9, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council wishes to advise of the commencement of works for the upgrade to Maidenwell Transfer Station.

Preliminary site establishment and construction will start on the week commencing Monday, May 12, 2025.

Construction is expected to be in progress for two (2) months.

This project will deliver a new entrance road off Kingaroy-Cooyar Road to access the transfer station and upgrade onsite structures to improve safety and accessibility for users.

Whilst construction works are underway, normal access to the transfer station will be closed and access will be provided 150m further north-east along Kingaroy-Cooyar Road.

This project has been funded under the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and South Burnett Regional Council's Capital Works Program for 2024-2025.

To maintain public safety, some restrictions to vehicle parking and pedestrian access are expected, however these impacts will be limited and allow continual access as construction progresses along Kingaroy-Cooyar Road. Additionally, construction noise is expected through the course of these 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 Encourages
Responsible Pet Ownership

February 4, 2025 - South Burnett Regional Council is encouraging responsible pet ownership with a focus on the State Government requirements to ensure all dogs and cats born after July 1, 2009, are microchipped.

Registering and microchipping your animals is an essential part of responsible pet ownership.

It is important to register your pet so if they are lost or stray, they can be returned home safely.

Council requires the microchip number to be listed on your dog’s registration, for all dogs born on or after the July 1, 2009.

If your dog is microchipped but you do not have the number to update Council’s records, please contact your local vet, the RSPCA or visit a Council office (with the exception of the Proston Office), for your dog to be scanned to retrieve the microchip number.

Council will continue to investigate options to provide residents microchipping days for those animals not microchipped. Further information on microchipping days will be provided to residents once confirmed.

Council will now be reviewing the registration system to identify those who may not have complied with the requirements of the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 or that Council does not hold records for.

Dog owners are asked to ensure their details are kept up-to-date with Council, whether this be change of ownership, change of address or, if sadly, your dog has passed away.

Council’s compliance team would like to thank everyone who has updated their details, notified Council of their dog’s microchip number and has paid their registration.

For further information on State legislation requirements for pet owners visit the State Government website or contact Council on (07) 4189-9100 or by email
Launch of New Venue Booking Portal
January 6, 2025 - Council is pleased to announce the official launch of its new venue booking portal Bookable, effective from January 6, 2025.

This innovative platform will enable hirers to access real-time venue availability, make bookings and manage their reservations independently.

Payments can be made directly through the portal using a credit or debit card, via invoice, or at any of Council’s Customer Service Centres.

Hirers with existing bookings for 2025 will receive an email on January 6, 2025, containing instructions on how to log in and manage their bookings.

To book a venue, please visit South Burnett Regional Council | Bookable

For further information, please contact Council’s Customer Service Department on (07) 4189-9100.
Reminder To Landowners
Help Keep The South Burnett Beautiful!

South Burnett Regional Council is reaching out to all landowners with a friendly reminder about the importance of maintaining your properties.

A clean, safe, and tidy property not only reflects pride in our community but also helps prevent risks such as fire hazards and pest infestations.

We all play a part in keeping South Burnett a beautiful place to live, and Council is here to assist and support landowners in meeting property maintenance standards.

Key Responsibilities for Landowners:

1. Overgrown Vegetation:

• Grass and weeds should not exceed 300mm in height. Excess vegetation can create safety concerns and impact the community’s appearance.

2. Tidy Properties:

• Avoid letting items like derelict vehicles, broken appliances, or household waste accumulate. These items can attract pests and diminish the overall beauty of our neighbourhoods.

3. Compliance with Notices:

• If your property requires attention, Council may issue a notice with clear steps for improvement. Our goal is to work collaboratively with landowners to resolve any issues efficiently.

How You Can Help:

• Regularly mow lawns and maintain gardens.

• Clear any rubbish or debris from your property.

• Stay on-top of upkeep to avoid the need for intervention.

Council investigates concerns under Local Law No. 3 (Community and Environmental Management) 2011, which ensures properties meet community standards for health, safety and visual appeal.

We’re Here to Support You!

For more information or assistance, please contact Council by email or call (07) 4189-9100.

You can also visit our website for more tips on property maintenance.

Together, let’s ensure South Burnett remains a safe, attractive, and a vibrant region for everyone to enjoy.
Cover Your Load
When you transport any kind of load, your vehicle or trailer must be loaded safely so it doesn’t endanger other road users, your passengers, yourself, damage road infrastructure, or cause illegal littering.

This means ensuring that your load:

• Is properly restrained

• Doesn’t overhang dangerously

• Doesn’t exceed mass limits

• Doesn’t cover lights, indicators, reflectors, or the number plate.

How to transport different waste:

Green Waste - Use a secured tarp or netting to prevent light items blowing away.

Furniture and White Goods - Restrain tall items to headboards to ensure they don’t fall over when you brake, turn or take evasive action. If the furniture extends above the sides of the ute or trailer, tightly restrain it using tie down straps.

General Household Waste - In a ute or trailer use a tarp, netting or tie-down straps to secure the waste from moving or falling out during transport.

If using a tarp or netting when transporting the waste and the waste isn’t easily identifiable, you may be required to remove the tarps or covering at the weighbridge so the gatehouse operators at the facilities can ascertain what exactly is on the load and accurately point you in the right direction to dispose of said waste.

Should your load not be covered correctly when transporting waste to one of the Waste Facilities, and waste falls from your vehicle, this is considered illegal littering under the Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011.

If someone is found to be illegally littering, there are fines of up to $32,260.
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South Burnett Mayor, Cr Kathy Duff
South Burnett
Mayor

Kathy Duff
Ph: (07) 4189-9155
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Division 1 Cr Jane Erkens Division 4 Cr Deb Dennien
Division 1
Cr Jane Erkens
Ph: 0417-767-444
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Division 4
Cr Deb Dennien
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Division 2 Cr Linda Little Division 5 Cr Heath Sander
Division 2
Cr Linda Little
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Cr Heath Sander
Ph: 0437-020-705
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Division 3 Cr Danita Potter Division 6 Cr Ros Heit
Division 3
Cr Danita Potter
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Cr Ros Heit
Ph: 0477-010-743
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