August 4, 2026 - As a part of Council’s ongoing commitment to improving the local road network, South Burnett Regional Council advises of upcoming bitumen reseal works on roads listed below to commence on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

• Stubbs Armstrong Road, Durong
• Jacksons Road, Chelmsford
• Tingoora Chelmsford Road, Tingoora
• Birds Road, Cushnie
• Reillys Road, Cushnie
• G. Andersons Road, Cushnie
• Schloss Road, Cushnie
• Magnussen Drive, Tingoora
• Wondai-Charlestown Road, Charlestown
• Stegemanns Road, Moffatdale
• Houghton Street, Murgon
• Sommerville Street, Murgon
• Crownthorpe Road, Crownthorpe
• Paul Holznagel Road, Barlil
• Kangaroo Yard Road, Wheatlands
• Bramston Street, Wondai
• Moreton Street, Wondai
• Scott Street, Wondai
• Haly Street (parking), Wondai

The work involves pavement dig outs, shoulder grading/repairs, pothole/patch repairs and herbicide spraying as required.

To facilitate works, temporary traffic control measures will be in place, including lane closure and traffic control. Access for residents, property owners and motorists will be maintained where possible and managed by site staff.

Construction activity will generate noise from machinery and equipment, and there may be temporary restrictions to roadside access within the work area. Council appreciates the patience and cooperation of road users and nearby residents during this period.

Site works and construction activity will be performed Monday to Friday 6:00am-6:00pm.

The project is expected to be completed by Friday, October 16, 2026 subject to weather and resources availability.

Works on these roads are jointly funded by the Australian Government under the Roads to Recovery (RTR) program, the Queensland Government under Works for Queensland (W4Q) program, Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme (TIDS) program and South Burnett Regional Council.

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

August 3, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking offers for the supply and delivery of one (1) direct collect catcher 42-inch zero turn mower to support operational requirements.

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-1169215.

Submissions close at 2:00pm on Monday, August 24, 2026.

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

July 31, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking offers for the supply and delivery of two (2) extra cab 4x4 utilities to support operational requirements.

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-168923.

Submissions close at 2:00pm on Friday, August 21, 2026.

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

July 31, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking offers for the supply and delivery of two (2) dual cab 4x4 utilities to support operational requirements.

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-1168921.

Submissions close at 2:00pm on Friday, August 21, 2026.

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

July 28, 2026 - South Burnett residents and visitors to the region are advised that Monday, August 10, 2026 has been declared a public holiday for the South Burnett region for the purpose of the Royal Queensland Show.

Council Administration Offices, Customer Service Centres, Libraries and Council Depots will be closed on this day.

Council’s Waste management facilities will remain open with their regular operating hours.

All kerbside general and recycling waste collections (wheelie bins) will be unaffected with all collections scheduled on normal collection days.

Council Visitor Information Centres and Museums are open 9:00am-1:00pm.

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

July 27, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking offers for the supply and delivery of three (3) dual cab 4x4 utilities to support operational requirements.

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-1168428.

Submissions close at 2:00pm on Monday, August 17, 2026.

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

July 27, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that Council’s Parks and Gardens team will be carrying out maintenance works at the following locations:

• Butter Factory Park in Nanango on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 from 7:00am to 2:30pm. These works include pressure washing BBQ shelter sheds, concrete pathways, and playground equipment.

• Lions Park in Nanango on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 from 7:00am to 2:30pm. These works include pressure washing BBQ shelter sheds and concrete pathways.

Both parks will remain open to the public with sections closed for safety reasons while maintenance work is undertaken.

To protect public safety, Council’s Parks team will set up safety signage for the specific work area. The community is encouraged to keep clear of the areas undergoing maintenance.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 27, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that Council’s Parks and Gardens team will be carrying out maintenance works at the following locations:

• Lions Park, Murgon on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. These works include pressure washing the outside walls and paths of the toilets. During this time, the toilet will be closed to the public. The nearest public amenities are located at Queen Elizabeth II Park on Lamb Street.

• Murgon Free Camp on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. These works include pressure washing the camp amenities and kitchen.

• Murgon Skate Park on Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 6:30am to 9:30am. These works include pressure washing the undercover skate area. The skate park will be closed off from the community during this time, however the amenities and playground area will remain open.

To protect public safety, Council’s Parks team will set up safety signage for the specific work area.

The community is encouraged to keep clear of the areas undergoing maintenance.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 21, 2026 - As a part of Council’s ongoing commitment to improving the local road network, South Burnett Regional Council wishes to notify of upcoming bitumen reseal preparation works on roads listed below to commence on Wednesday, July 22, 2026:

• Bridget Carroll Road, Kingaroy
• Reen Street, Kingaroy
• Curtis Road, Kingaroy
• Tessmanns Road, Kingaroy
• Nevin Court, Kingaroy
• Bethany Street, Taabinga
• Marie Street, Taabinga
• Simpson Road, Benarkin North
• John Street, Blackbutt
• Sutton Street, Blackbutt
• Pine Street, Blackbutt
• Bowman Road, Blackbutt
• Old Esk North Road, South East Nanango
• Izzards Road, South Nanango
• Elk Street, Nanango
• George Street, Nanango
• Cairns Street, Nanango

The work involves pavement digouts, shoulder grading/repairs, pothole/patch repairs and herbicide spraying as required.

To facilitate works, temporary traffic control measures will be in place, including lane closure and traffic control. Access for residents, property owners, and motorists will be maintained where possible and managed by site staff.

Construction activity will generate noise from machinery and equipment, and there may be temporary restrictions to roadside access within the work area.

Council appreciates the patience and co-operation of road users and nearby residents during this period.

Site works and construction activity will be performed Monday to Friday, 6:00am-6:00pm.

The bitumen reseal preparation works is expected to be completed by September 30, 2026, subject to weather and resources availability.

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

July 20, 2026 -South Burnett Regional Council advises that as part of planned maintenance to a water main, Council will be isolating water to a number of properties along Doonkuna Street, Gabbee Street and Moonya Street, Kingaroy, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 between 8:00am and 1:00pm.

Additional communication will be provided to affected residents.

Residents are advised to take appropriate action such as turning off hot water systems and storing enough water for this period. Toilets may be satisfactorily flushed by quickly discharging a 10-litre bucket of water in the pedestal.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 20, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that Council’s Parks and Gardens team will be carrying out maintenance works at Dingo Creek Park in Wondai over two days on Monday, July 20 and Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

These works include pressure washing pathways, shelter shed roofs, under table settings and the outside walls of the toilets.

A cherry picker will be on site to aid in cleaning the shelter shed roofs.

For public safety, Council’s Parks team will set up signage for the specific work area. The community is encouraged to keep clear of the areas undergoing maintenance.

During this time, the toilet will be closed to the public. The nearest public amenities are located at McKell Park on Haly Street, Wondai.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 17, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that the toilets at Railway Park, Proston, will be undergoing maintenance works, commencing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Council’s Parks team will be pressure cleaning and repainting the floors in the men’s and women’s toilets.

The maintenance works are anticipated to be completed by Thursday, July 23, 2026.

These toilets will be closed to the public during this period, however, the unisex disabled toilets will remain open for use.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

For further information, please contact Council’s Facilities, Parks and NRM team on (0&) 4189-9100 or by email

July 10, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that the toilet block at Rundle Park, Proston, will be undergoing maintenance works, commencing on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Council’s Parks team will be pressure cleaning and repainting the floor of the toilet block.

The maintenance works are scheduled to be completed by Thursday, July 16, 2026.

During this time, the toilet will be closed to the public.

The nearest public amenities are located at Railway Park Proston, on Rodney Street.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 10, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is pleased to announce an upcoming enhancement to the Memorial Monument located at the eastern end of QEII Park in Murgon, along Gore Street.

This project involves the installation of two power points at the monument, improving the site's functionality for events and gatherings.

To facilitate the installation of these power points, a small tunnel for conduit will be bored from QEII Park, running under Gore Street, and exiting near the garden beside the monument. This method ensures minimal disruption to the park's surface and preserves its aesthetic appeal.

The project will commence on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 and is anticipated to be completed by Thursday, July 16, 2026.

The park will remain open to the community during this time, however there will be safety fencing in place where works are being conducted.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 9, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that Council’s Parks and Gardens team will be carrying out maintenance works at Pioneer Park in Nanango twice a week between Wednesday, July 8 and Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

These works include pressure washing pathways and shelter sheds and re-oiling timber frames.

For public safety, Council’s Parks team will set up safety signage for the specific work areas each week. The community is encouraged to keep clear of the areas undergoing maintenance.

The park, toilet block and other pathways will remain open during these works and Council will ensure a shelter shed will be accessible for public use.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 9, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council supports the community’s not-for-profit organisations to deliver community events and programs to build community capacity through funding provided to facilitate widespread community benefit.

Council’s Community Grants Program is now open in the following categories:

• Christmas Carnival Sponsorship

• Australia Day Sponsorship

The Christmas Carnival Sponsorship grant provides funding to community groups to assist in delivering Christmas Carnivals and events each year throughout the region all the way from Blackbutt to Boondooma.

Applications are now open and close on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

Council’s Australia Day grant provides funding to assist community groups and not-for-profits in the region in facilitating Australia Day events each year across the entire region.

Applications are open and close on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

The Community Grants Program Policy and how to apply is available on Council’s website

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

July 8, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is inviting our community to give final feedback on the development of the Community Plans for 2026.

During April 2026, Council held several informal chats throughout the region with the community to review our Community Plans to reflect any changing aspirations of our community.

This also allowed reporting back to the community on what has been achieved out of the Community Plans that were adopted last year.

With the assistance of the local communities, the draft Community Plans have been developed with residents giving input into their own local areas.

The individual plans will be able to be used for specific communities, and the consolidated document will assist Council to represent the region and advocate to other levels of government.

Council will now continue the cycle of the community consultations each year, with one round of in-person consultations held prior to the Budget being adopted, and another online survey held after the adoption of the Budget.

The Community Plans are available to view online, with an online survey form available to provide feedback. Simply visit Council’s website to have your say!

Feedback closes on Friday, July 31, 2026.

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

July 3, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises residents and visitors that the rear carpark and driveway of the Murgon Town Hall will be closed for resurfacing.

The closure begins on Saturday, July 4 and is expected to be completed by Friday, July 17, 2026.

During this period, hall users will not be able to access the back carpark or the entry into the hall from the rear. Parking facilities at the front of the hall remain open, and access to the hall is still available from the front entrance.

This resurfacing project is part of Council’s ongoing Capital Works program, aimed at improving community infrastructure and facilities.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 3, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises access to the Glendon Street Kingaroy shared zone, between the Circular Place entry and exit, will be restricted on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 as part of NAIDOC Week celebrations.

The shared zone will be closed for parking and through traffic from 6:00am on the day.

It is expected that normal access will be reopened to motorists by 3:30pm.

For an alternate route, southbound motorists can use Circular Place, northbound motorists should use one of the parallel roads to access Haly Street.

For those wishing to attend, the event will commence at 10:00am, please see Council’s website for further details.

If you would like further information regarding the closure, please contact Council’s Infrastructure Department on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

July 2, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that Council’s Parks and Gardens team will be pressure washing pathways and shelter sheds at Queen Elizabeth II Park in Murgon on Tuesday mornings between 7:00am-9:30am from July 7 to July 31, 2026.

For public safety, Council’s Parks team will set up safety signage for the specific work areas.

Different areas of the park will be undergoing maintenance each Tuesday, commencing from the end of the park closest to Gore Street.

The park, toilet block and other pathways will remain open during these works, however the community is encouraged to keep clear of the area undergoing maintenance each week.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

July 2, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that the operating hours of the South Burnett Aquatic Centre in Nanango will be extended for the duration of the winter season (approx. two months).

From Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the facility, including the hydrotherapy pool, will be open from 6:00am to 6:00pm on weekdays.

Weekend hours will remain the same, open from 10:00am to 3:00pm on both Saturdays and Sundays.

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

July 2, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that Memorial Park in Hivesville will be temporarily closed for pressure cleaning maintenance on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

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June 30, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that the playground at Roger Nunn Place, on Glendon Street, Kingaroy will be closed due to repairs to the rubber softfall.

All picnic tables will still be available for community use.

Works will commence on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 and are anticipated to be completed by Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

The Glendon Street toilets behind the park will be accessible during this time.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

June 30, 2026 - As a part of Council’s ongoing commitment to improving the local road network, South Burnett Regional Council advises of upcoming pavement repair and maintenance works scheduled at Andrews Road, South Nanango, commencing on Monday, July 6, 2026.

The work involves excavation of failed pavement and fill in with road base followed by bitumen seal.

These improvements are essential to ensure the continued safety of road users and to extend the service life of the pavement.

To facilitate works, temporary traffic control measures will be in place, including lane/full road closure and detour as required.

Access for residents, property owners and road users will be maintained where possible and managed by site staff and traffic controllers.

Construction activity will generate noise from machinery and equipment, and there may be temporary restrictions to roadside access within the work area.

Site works and construction activity will be performed from Monday to Friday, 6:30am–5:30pm.

The project is expected to be completed by Friday, July 10, 2026 subject to weather and resources availability.

Council apologises for any inconvenience that this work may cause and thanks you in advance for your patience.

For further inquiries, please contact Council’s Infrastructure department by phoning (07) 4189-9489 or by email

June 29, 2026 - In accordance with Section 254 (B) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Council advises that a Special Meeting of the South Burnett Regional Council for consideration of the 2026-27 budget and associated documents, will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 in the Warren Truss Chamber, 45 Glendon Street Kingaroy commencing at 9:00am.

The Ordinary Council meeting will commence at the conclusion of the Special Budget Meeting.

Residents are welcome to attend as members of the public gallery.

All other meetings will continue to be held at the previously advertised times unless otherwise notified.

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 via Council’s website "Council Meetings" webpage.

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’s meetings, please contact Council’s Executive Services team via phone on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

June 25, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises residents and visitors of increased pedestrian activity on the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail, specifically between Murgon and Tingoora.

This is due to the Gravel and Flannel Festival, scheduled to take place from Friday, July 3, 2026 at 2:00pm to Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 1:00pm.

Users of the trail should expect a higher number of pedestrians using the trail during the festival period.

Please exercise caution and be patient when navigating this area.

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

June 25, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that Les Muller Park in Blackbutt will be undergoing maintenance on Thursday, July 2, 2026.

A cherry picker will be onsite to aid in cleaning the gutters on all the shelters in the park.

To protect public safety, Council’s Parks team will cordon off the work areas with safety bollards and signage.

Although the park and toilet block will remain open during this time, visitors and users of the park are encouraged to keep clear of the work zone.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

June 25, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises tree maintenance will be taking place in front of the Price Busters store on the corner of Fitzroy Street, Nanango, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

A cherry picker will be on site to assist with trimming branches. To protect public safety, Council’s Parks team will cordon off the work area with safety bollards and signage.

The pathways will remain open during the works; however, the community are encouraged to keep clear of the area.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

June 25, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the community that certain areas at Railway Park, Proston, will be temporarily closed for maintenance works commencing on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Council’s Parks team will be pressure cleaning the basketball court, skate park, play equipment and seating areas.

To protect public safety, areas will be cordoned off with safety bollards and signage.

The maintenance works are anticipated to be completed by Thursday, July 2, 2026.

During this time, the park, including the toilet block, will remain open with limited access to areas being cleaned.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your patience whilst works are in progress.

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

June 23, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking the owner of a red Limousin x steer found wandering in the Grey Street, Nanango, area on Monday, June 22, 2026.

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

The claim period closes at 12 noon on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

If not claimed before the advertised date, the steer will be sold at public auction.

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

June 22, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is pleased to announce a new partnership with Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council and the Queensland Government to launch the Local Government Battery Collection Program.

This initiative will provide residents with an easy way to dispose of used batteries safely.

The Local Government Battery Collection Program is designed to address the growing concern over battery waste which poses significant environmental risks if not disposed of properly.

By offering this dedicated collection service, Council aims to encourage residents to recycle their batteries easily and safely.

Items accepted:

• Vapes and e-cigarettes
• Electric toothbrushes and shavers
• Flashing or light-up toys
• Bluetooth speakers and headphones
• Smart watches and wearable devices
• Power tools
• Small solar lights
• All alkaline batteries
• All button cell batteries
• Mobile phones

Items NOT accepted:

• Commercial/bulk quantities of e-scooters
• EV batteries
• Mobility scooters

The initial roll out of specially designed collection containers will be available at the below designated drop off locations throughout the region, making it convenient for residents to recycle their used batteries:



For more information on the Battery Collection Program, please visit Council’s website or contact Council's Waste Department on (07) 4189-9100.

June 22, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that the existing 100km/h section of Redmans Road, Kingaroy, has been reduced to 80km/h and the existing 80km/h section to 70km/h.

After a technical review, a decision was made as an outcome from a Traffic Advisory Committee meeting.

Below is an image outlining the upcoming changes as of Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Please drive to the prevailing road conditions and adhere to signage.

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

June 22, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that after a technical review, the decision was made to reduce the existing 80km/h section of Malar Road, Booie, to 60km/h.

Below is an image outlining the upcoming changes as of Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Please drive to the prevailing road conditions and adhere to signage.

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

June 22, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council is pleased to announce the upgraded access to the Cloyna Transfer Station will be implemented on Monday, July 13, 2026.

The facility will include an access control system to limit access to those who live within approved localities ensuring a safer, cleaner and more efficient facility for residents.

The new access control system will require all users to scan the access fob to enter and exit the facility.

The localities authorised to utilise the new facility are:
- Cloyna
- Cobbs Hill
- Glenrock
- Kitoba
- Sunny Nook
- Windera
- Wooroonden
- Tablelands
- Crownthorpe

In preparation for the implementation of the access gate, members of the public that live within the approved areas are encouraged to apply for an access fob.

Please contact Council to obtain an application form for a fob. Those who live outside of the approved areas that wish to use the facility can apply and the application will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Your co-operation is appreciated as Council works towards opening this new cleaner, safer facility.

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

June 22, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises of an early closure for Customer Service Centres and Libraries on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 for the end of financial year reconciliation.

To allow time for completion of these processes, Council offices will close all receipting at 3:00pm, with offices and libraries closing at 4:00pm.

Council will still be contactable by phone on (07) 4189-9100 between 4:00pm and 4:30pm.

June 19, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that car parking works will be undertaken on Burnett Street, adjacent to Alan Downie Sports Fields.

The existing grassed and gravel area will be sealed to accommodate 74 carparks, including two disability carparks.

Works are scheduled to commence during the week of Monday, June 22, 2026.

The anticipated duration of the project is approximately one (1) month, subject to weather conditions and construction progress.

To facilitate works, temporary traffic control measures will be in place, including lane closures and traffic control.

Temporary delays to traffic of up to 10 minutes are expected during construction. Access for residents and property owners will be maintained where possible and managed by site staff.

Construction activity will generate noise from machinery and equipment, and there may be temporary restrictions to roadside access within the work area.

Council appreciates the patience and cooperation of road users and nearby residents during this period.

Site works and construction activity will be performed Monday to Friday 6:30am-5:00pm. The project is expected to be completed by late July 2026.

This project has been proudly funded under the Queensland Government’s Works For Queensland Program.

For further inquiries, please contact Council’s Infrastructure Department by phoning (07) 4189-9489 or by email

June 18, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that as part of planned maintenance to a water main, Council will be isolating water to a number of properties along South Street, Arthur Street East, George Street, McEwan’s Road, Scott Street, D’Aguilar Highway, Racecourse Road, Knowles Street, Fleming Street & Wills Street West, Nanango, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 between 8:00am and 3:00pm.

Additional communication will be provided to affected residents. Residents are advised to take appropriate action such as, turning off hot water system and storing enough water for this period.

Toilets may be satisfactorily flushed by quickly discharging a 10-litre bucket of water in the pedestal.

Council apologises for any inconvenience that this work may cause and thanks you in advance for your patience.

For further inquiries, please contact Council’s Water and Wastewater by phoning (07) 4189-9489 or by by email

June 18, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that works on Tessmanns Road, Kingaroy, are due to commence during the week of Monday, June 22, 2026, weather permitting.

Work being undertaken includes installation of new concrete footpath on the western side of Tessmanns Road between Cowie Drive and Graham Street.

To provide a safe work environment, the work areas will be controlled by signage.

Motorists and pedestrians are requested to travel with extra care, to drive to the prevailing road conditions and to adhere to signage.

Construction activity will generate noise from machinery and equipment. Council appreciates the patience and co-operation of road users and nearby residents during this period.

Site works and construction activity will be performed from Monday to Friday, 6:30am-5:00pm.

The project is expected to be completed by late July 2026.

These works are proudly funded by the Queensland Government through the Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme and South Burnett Regional Council.

For further inquiries, please contact Council’s Infrastructure department by phoning (07) 4189-9489 or by email

June 18, 2026 - South Burnett Regional Council advises the Wondai to Crawford section of the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail will be temporarily closed due to the Wondai Country Running Festival.

This event will take place from 12:15pm to 4:30pm on Saturday, June 27, 2026 and from 7:30am to 10:00am on Sunday, June 28, 2026.

Support crews and runners will be crossing the following roads during this time:

• Burns Road – Tingoora
• Transmitter Road – Tingoora
• Main Street – Tingoora
• Bunya Highway – Wooroolin
• Recreation Drive – Memerambi
• Memerambi Gordonbrook Rd – Memerambi

Further information on the festival is available online

June 12, 2026 - The South Burnett Regional Council boundary is located 60km from the rabbit-proof fence, however the region is experiencing an increase in rabbit populations.

Landholders are encouraged to monitor for rabbit activity, destroy warrens and known harbouring locations, such as removing piles of old logs or bricks, removing dense weed infestation, clearing under old buildings and participating in co-ordinated pest animal control programs.

Council is calling on local landholders to take part in its upcoming winter Pindone rabbit baiting program, aimed at reducing the impact of invasive rabbits across the region.

Rabbits are a serious pest, causing significant damage to pastures, lawns, playing fields, crops and native vegetation.

By working together, landholders can achieve more effective control and help protect the region’s agricultural productivity and biodiversity.

Program Details:

• Registration period: June 12-26, 2026

• Bait collection dates: July 6-July 10, 2026

• Location: Final collection points will be confirmed once participant locations have been assessed.

• Cost: Free

Pindone bait is a registered and approved method for rabbit control.

Council will provide guidance on safe handling and application to ensure compliance with all legal and environmental requirements.

Co-ordinated action is the most effective way to manage rabbit populations. By participating, you’re helping protect your property and the wider South Burnett community.

For further information regarding best-practice pest management, please contact Council’s Natural Resource Management team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email