July 26,2024 - South Burnett Regional Council advises that due to the BaconFest occupation of public areas, Kingaroy Customer Service office and Library will close at 4:00pm on Friday. August 16, 2024.

The Kingaroy Library will also be closed on Saturday morning, August 17, 2024.

Residents are also advised that there will be noise associated with helicopter scenic rides conducted from the PCA land in Alford Street during August 17-18.

Please ensure your pets are secured if they get frightened by loud noises.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused. For further information or inquiries, contact Council on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

July 26, 2024 - South Burnett Regional Council wishes to advise of the upcoming road closures for BaconFest 2024 from Friday, August 16, 2024, to Sunday, August 18, 2024.

To deliver a safe and secure event, please see below a full list of road closures and changed traffic conditions:



These road closures are in accordance with provision under the Local Government Act 2009, Part 3, Roads and other infrastructure:

Division 1: Roads, Section 69: Closing roads:
(2) The Local Government may close a road to all traffic or particular class -
(c) If it is necessary or desirable to close the road for a temporary purpose

Council apologises for any inconvenience that these closures may cause and thanks you in advance for your patience and co-operation during this period to ensure the event is a successful one for our region.

Prior to the event, any inquiries can be made to South Burnett Regional Council, Infrastructure Department by phoning (07) 4189-9100 or by email

During the event, please direct any queries to BaconFest Committee members on 0401-055-906.

July 25, 2024 - As part of Council’s Operational Plan 2023-24, a review was undertaken of Council’s halls and facilities booking process.

Council is firmly committed to leveraging technology to enhance processes and achieve greater efficiencies through ongoing digital transformation.

To improve our customer service when booking facilities, a new on-line booking system is being developed, and will be implemented in the coming months.

The new on-line hall booking system will enable customers to view real-time hall availability for their event or function, see photographs and floor plans, details of resources available at each hall, view seating plans and set-up options, obtain quotes and pay for bookings.

As part of the review, the hall booking fees and charges have been simplified for the new financial year and will now be charged as a rate per hour.

To recognise that the halls are provided for use and enjoyment by the local community, residents and not-for-profit groups will be granted a discount to the full hire charges.

Throughout the implementation of the new on-line booking system, Council’s Customer Service Team will work with customers and assist in the transition.

Regular hall hirers will be contacted soon to be advised of the new fees and charges and will be kept updated as implementation progresses.

July 25, 2024 - South Burnett Regional Council is undertaking drainage and shoulder repair works on Bunya Avenue, Bunya Mountains, located at chainage 40 – 750m.

The works are intended to improve the roadside drainage and repair the existing shoulders.

Works are expected to commence on Monday, July 29, 2024, weather and machinery permitting.

All drainage works will be performed during the day, between 7:30am–2:30pm.

Depending on work conditions, the works may continue past the anticipated finish time.

There may be some impact to the car parks in front of the camping and shop locations during this time.

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

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

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

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

July 25, 2024 - The water feature in the forecourt of the Kingaroy Town Hall is undergoing regular maintenance this week.

The Kingaroy Parks crew will be draining, cleaning, and repainting the repaired, rendered surfaces, as well as replacing the damaged tiles.

To ensure safety, fencing has been put in place.

The maintenance is expected to be completed within five days.

Council apologises for any inconvenience; your patience will be much appreciated during this time.

For any inquiries, please contact Council’s Facilities and Parks team (07) 4189-9100 or by email

July 24, 2024 - South Burnett Regional Council is conducting a co-ordinated Wild Dog & Feral Pig Control Program.

Wild dogs cause livestock losses and kill native fauna. Feral pigs are key spread vectors for emergency animal diseases such as Foot and Mouth and African Swine Fever.

Participation in this co-ordinated program will assist in suppressing the feral pig population across a more extensive area of our region.

To encourage greater participation, South Burnett Regional Council. in partnership with Sunpork, will be providing meat free of charge for landholders that register to participate in the co-ordinated program.

Baiting stations will be held throughout the South Burnett from Monday, August 26, to Friday, August 30.

All participants must register their intention to conduct baiting no later than Wednesday, August 21.

For further information and to register your intention of attending a baiting station, please contact Council’s Stock Route & Pest Officer on (07) 4189-9100.

Protection Of Domestic & Working Dogs

Owners of domestic and working dogs are advised to restrain and or muzzle their dogs during the baiting program to minimise the risk of dogs wandering and coming into contact with poison baits.

July 23, 2024 - South Burnett Regional Council would like to advise the community that commencing on Monday, July 29, 2024, Council’s Parks and Gardens team will be conducting tree and stump removal on the corner of Fitzroy and Drayton streets, Nanango.

There will be safety fencing and signage in place and some of the pathways around the Commercial Hotel, Nanango, will be inaccessible during these works. Some car parking spaces in this area may also be closed off to the public as a safety precaution.

Following the tree and stump removal, staff will then undertake repair works to the footpath paving. Again, safety precautions will be in place.

Council apologises for any inconvenience. Your patience is appreciated during this time.

Any inquiries please contact, Council’s Parks team on (07) 4189-9100 or ny email

July 19, 2024 - South Burnett Regional Council wishes to advise that it is planning to extend the floodway on Flagstone Creek Road at chainage 2550m from Stuart Valley Drive.

Once complete, the floodway will be extended to a full length of 23 metres which will provide resilience and safety during flood events.

To safely complete these works, it is necessary to close vehicular access on Flagstone Creek Rd between Ellesmere Rd and Haly Creek Rd.

Below is a map of the location of the road closure that will be in place.

Works are anticipated to run from July 22, 2024 to mid-August, 2024
The project is being funded by the South Burnett Regional Council and the Disaster Recovery Arrangement, a joint program between the Australian Government and the State Government.

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

Council apologises in advance for any inconvenience this work may cause and appreciate residents' patience while the works are completed.

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

July 17, 2024 - South Burnett Regional Council is seeking the services of a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake air scouring of pipelines within the Kingaroy urban area water network.

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

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

The Tenderlink Reference is BURNET-1101351. The VendorPanel Reference is VP420398.

Submissions open on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, and close at 2:00pm on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.

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

July 3, 21024: South Burnett Regional Council is seeking submissions for the sale of land at McConnel Way in Mondure.

Tender documents are available from the Council website under Tenders & Supply and can be submitted by email, in person or via postal mail to Council's tender box located at 45 Glendon Street, Kingaroy by the closing date.

Closing date is 2:00pm Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

For further information, please contact Council on 1300-789-279, (07) 4189-9100 or by email

July 1, 2024: South Burnett Regional Council would like to advise the community that due to vandalism, the Kingaroy Memorial Park’s slide will be closed temporarily until further notice.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused during this time.

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

June 27, 2024: If you are a not-for-profit community organisation delivering programs, activities and events within the South Burnett, you could be eligible to apply for the Community Grants Program.

Professional artists, emerging professional artists, arts workers, cultural workers, or project coordinators that meet the eligibility criteria in the funding guidelines may be eligible to apply for the Regional Arts Development Fund.

Applications for both programs close Friday, August 30, 2024.

To view funding rounds, guidelines and to apply for any of the above grants, visit SmartyGrants.

Don’t forget, Elite Performance Youth Grant, Councillor Discretionary Fund, Community Hall Insurance Grant; Community Australia Day/Anzac Day Events Sponsorship, School Student Awards and Indigenous Affairs Fund applications can be submitted year-round. These are to be applied through the SmartyGrants website above.

In-Kind applications are available on Council’s website.

A copy of the Community Grants Program Policy is available from Council’s website and any of Council’s Customer Contact Centres.

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

June 3, 2024: Residents are warned to be vigilant and report any encounters with individuals claiming to represent the South Burnett Regional Council.

Council employees will promptly provide identification upon request to prove who they are and why they are there.

If anyone receives a visit from someone they believe is impersonating a Council officer, please report it immediately to Council so we are informed and can take action including reporting details to the proper authorities.

Council is concerned that elderly and vulnerable residents are prey to scammers whose eventual aim is to steal people’s identities and money.

Residents who believe they - or a family member - have been contacted by a scammer are urged to contact Council on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

May 16, 2024: The South Burnett Regional Council is committed to serving our community better every day.

Your satisfaction matters and we want to make your experience with our customer service team smoother, friendlier and more efficient than ever before.

We believe in collaboration and communication and have produced a series of videos to provide the public with an insight into the operations of your Council.

In the first video in the series, our staff show you how to lodge a formal customer request and by doing this, you help us help you! Every request is tracked in our system. View the video here.

"We are a customer focused Council that cares about our community, it is important that we get as much information from locals as possible in order to get the right solutions for the South Burnett. By formally submitting your customer requests you can assist us in serving you better," Mayor Kathy Duff said.

If you have an issue or concern, here is how you can formally lodge a trackable customer request.
1. Email – info@sbrc.qld.gov.au
2. In-Person at any council office
3. Submit an online request
4. Snap Send Solve app (Google Play / App Store)
5. Telephone: (07) 4189-9100

May 1, 2024: The South Burnett PCYC in Murgon will be undergoing bathroom renovations as part of funding provided under Phase 4 of the Australian Governments Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.

Council has engaged a local building contractor to demolish the existing lower-level male and female toilets and construct new toilets and showers incorporating two toilet / shower facilities suitable for use by people with disabilities.

Alternate toilet facilities will be available on site during the works.

Commencement is scheduled for mid-May 2024 with completion anticipated by the end of September 2024.

All enquiries can be directed to Council’s Facilities & Parks team on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

April 29, 2024: Winning grants to fund a community project or business has been made a whole lot easier thanks to South Burnett Regional Council’s Grant Finder – a one-stop shop search engine for accessing external grants.

With a database of more than 1,250 grants?, the South Burnett Grant Finder – powered by Australia’s most powerful grant search engine, GrantGuru – is the most comprehensive search site for government and private-sector grant providers in Australia.

Once registered, not-for-profit community organisations and business owners can access a comprehensive list of external grant and funding opportunities; filter grants by location, industry and type of project; sign up to receive grant alerts; access tips on applying; track grants from application to closing date and access helpful information on preparing interim and final reports to a funding provider.

The site also lists rebates, concessions, awards and scholarships, and offers a database of grant writers with expertise across a variety of grant programs and industry sectors who are ready to help you write your next application.

Sign up for the South Burnett Grant Finder by clicking here.

South Burnett Regional Council funded community grants remain separate from the South Burnett Grants Finder and can be accessed on Council's website

April 12, 2024: South Burnett Regional Council wishes to advise that the McCauley Weir keys are now located at the Nanango Visitor Information Centre at 41 Henry Street, Nanango.

Opening hours of the centre are 9:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday and 9:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.

If returning the keys outside of the centre’s operating hours, there is a key drop box for use at the front of the building.

All terms and conditions still apply when visiting the Weir, including the $100 key deposit.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the centre via phone on (07) 4189-9555 or the booking form on Council's website.

For any enquiries, please contact Council on (07) 4189-9100 or by email

April 3, 2024: South Burnett Regional Council is installing weighbridges at its Wondai and Nanango landfill sites to meet statutory and compliance requirements associated with the State Waste Levy.

These facilities will assist in accurately accounting for waste being disposed of at these sites.

It is anticipated that construction will commence in April 2024 with an expected completion date being August 2024.

During this period customers can expect some changes to the current traffic flows for users of both sites, with the relocation of the site control huts and redirection of access roads inside the facilities.

Council’s waste team will endeavour to minimise disruption during the construction stage and asks for the community’s patience and understanding during this time.

Customers visiting our sites are asked to plan their trip to account for any minor delays.

The Nanango weighbridge is funded by the Queensland Government’s Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program (2022-24) in association with South Burnett Regional Council.

The Wondai weighbridge is funded by the Queensland Government’s 2022-24 Local Government Levy Ready Program.

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

January 11, 2024 - South Burnett Regional Council wishes to advise that works are expected to start on Maidenwell-Bunya Mountains Road during the week commencing Monday, January 15, 2024.

Works are expected to be completed by December 2024, weather permitting.

These works include an upgrade from unsealed to sealed standard to improve road safety and efficiency for both passenger and heavy vehicles travelling on this busy tourist route.

In order to provide a safe work environment, motorists are requested to travel with extra care, to drive to the prevailing road conditions and to adhere to signage.

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

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

November 15, 2022: Council’s Rates Notice and Reminder Notice 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

April 4, 2024: Council would like to advise that in accordance with Section 254B of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ordinary Meetings from April to December 2024 have been scheduled as follows:

Wed 24 Apr 2024 General Meeting Wed 15 May 2024 General Meeting Wed 19 Jun 2024 General Meeting Wed 10 Jul 2024 Special Budget Meeting Wed 17 Jul 2024 General Meeting

Wed 21 Aug 2023 General Meeting Wed 18 Sep 2024 General Meeting Wed 16 Oct 2024 General Meeting Wed 20 Nov 2024 General Meeting Wed 18 Dec 2024 General Meeting

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

From April 2020, Council has also begun to live stream video and audio of each meeting. These videos, along with meeting agendas and minutes, can be viewed on the Council Meetings page of Council's website.

March 17, 2017: 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.