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The Castle of Tarrangindi These school holidays, get ready to discover The Castle of Tarragindi! Children and families are invited to take part in an arts & crafts adventure created by Australian artist Natalya Hughes, centred around her imaginative art form of...

Calling all young writers & changemakers! This July, the ABC Heywire team are facilitating an online Storytelling Workshop at the North Burnett Libraries. Heywire is a storytelling competition for people aged 16-22 living in regional, rural and remote Australia....

North Burnett Regional Council has appointed Mr Craig Matheson as the interim Chief Executive Officer following a Special Council Meeting held on June 12, 2024. Mayor Les Hotz welcomed Mr Matheson’s appointment, which followed a panel selection process, and the...

Funding from the Queensland Government’s Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme (TIDS) will help North Burnett Regional Council deliver a 1.6-kilometre upgrade to the Gayndah Mount Perry Road at Mingo. Les Hotz, Mayor of North Burnett Regional Council, said that...

Stage 1 of the bridge approach rehabilitation has been completed on-site by a local contractor. This work has allowed the bridge contractor to access the bridge and undertake substructure rehabilitation and fixing installation to support the new deck. Work is...

Queensland’s Orchestra, Camerata, brings delight to regional Queensland through their annual tour and are set to spread the joy of music to the North Burnett in May. Audiences will experience the 15-piece orchestra of Camerata in Concert in Mundubbera on Thursday 30...

Council will conduct an approved inspection program in accordance with Section 113 of the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008. North Burnett Regional Council resolved at its meeting on 13 March 2024 that a selective approved inspection program will be carried...

The countdown is on - National Simultaneous Storytime is almost here! Join us at your local library between 20 May and 24 May to experience the magic of stories, as we read this year's book, 'Bowerbird Blues' by Aura Parker. Along with the story, we will have all your...

Spanning nearly 20,000 square kilometres, the North Burnett region is as diverse as it is expansive, offering a blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a truly remarkable lifestyle. Located just four hours from Brisbane and under two hours from Bundaberg and the...

North Burnett Regional Council stands with the community in support, hope and resilience to mark the beginning of May’s Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month. With two events being held in Gayndah, North Burnett Regional Council CEO, Margot Stork, encouraged...

At the first Post Election meeting held in Gayndah yesterday, Councillors voted Division 1 Councillor, Melinda Jones, as the Deputy Mayor for North Burnett Regional Council. Councillor Jones was also re-appointed as the Local Disaster Management Group Chairperson....

The newly elected North Burnett Regional Council Mayor and Councillors were sworn in at a special ceremony in Gayndah Town Hall Friday 5 April 2024. Mayor Les Hotz along with Councillors Melinda Jones, Trina Vaughan, Sue Payne, Renee McGilvery, Michael Dingle and...

Following the official declaration of election results the swearing in ceremony for the newly elected members of the North Burnett Regional Council will take place at 3.00pm on Friday April 5, 2024, at the Gayndah Town Hall, Capper Street, Gayndah. The swearing in...

FEEDBACK IN NOW CLOSED - THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR FEEDBACK.    North Burnett Regional Council is currently seeking input on proposed amendments to its local laws. Community feedback is a key component of the local laws review process, and Council is encouraging...

Haven't thought about disaster planning yet and not sure where to start? Are you new to the NOrth Burnett region? Come along to your local library and have a chat about becoming disaster ready! Bookings preferred, not essential. Call 1300 696 272 to talk our Disaster...

The wet weather experienced in late January has unfortunately delayed the commencement of bridge deck demolition works at Bon Accord Bridge and has prompted a different approach to demolition to allow works to continue in a timely manner. Due to the water level in...

In response to the State Governments Housing and Homelessness Action Plan 2021-2025, and with the support of the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) and the State Government, Council has developed a Local Housing Action Plan (LHAP) to support housing...

Australia Day is a time for all Australians to reflect, respect and celebrate. Australia Day is about our ever-evolving story of our nation – our history, our lives and most of all our people. It is a day where we can reflect on the past, present and future. “Over the...

Funding through the Queensland Feral Pest Initiative has been given to the South Burnett Regional Council to help with the creation of Pest Management groups or syndicates within the South Burnett, North Burnett and Gympie regional areas. This funding can be utilised...

Experience the ultimate Board Game Bonanza at the Library these school holidays! Gather your friends and family for fun-filled sessions of strategy, laughter, and maybe a little friendly competition. Our libraries have a variety of boardgames, card games and puzzles...

The North Burnett Regional Council is encouraging residents and organisations to have their say regarding the future scheduling of the region’s show holidays from 2025. Each year, North Burnett Regional Council (Council) is invited by the Queensland Government's...

As at 10:00am today, the North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group has moved to Stand Down. We are thankful to everyone who has assisted during the activation to the North Burnett Bushfires, your assistance and support is greatly and genuinely appreciated. We now...

 In response to the long spell of dry weather and the current very hot and dry conditions, treatment plants for some of the towns in the region are under pressure to maintain supply at current rates of demand. Source water supplies are at a point where they need to be...

In November 2022, Council sought community feedback on its plans to remove approximately 45m of the centre median hedge opposite the swimming pool and replace the hedge with salvia plants. The primary reason for the proposed hedge modification was to enhance safety...

The North Burnett Regional Council Australia Day Awards are a celebration of the contribution that individuals, community groups and organisations make across our region. The awards recognise and pay tribute to so many of the special people in our community who...

Council staff were saddened to find upon returning from the weekend that the three flagpole ropes have gone missing from the poles in front of the Gayndah Community Hall. “Flying flags are a symbol of our pride and welcoming intentions to residents and visitors in the...

Award Winning Electronic Music duo the Ironing Maidens are visiting Gayndah this October with their Live Show, Electro Housewife. The Ironing Maidens will bring dance music with a difference to the North Burnett region for a free for all ages family friendly Live Show...

North Burnett Regional Council recently presented Gayndah State Emergency Service (SES) with a new response vehicle. This vehicle was jointly funded by North Burnett Regional Council and Queensland Fire Emergency Services under the SES Support Grant program. “This...

During the General Meeting held in Eidsvold on Monday 31 August 2023, ten (10) motions were presented and adopted for submission to the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) seeking inclusion in schedule of motions for debate at the Annual Conference in...

Council has signed up to take part in the Drought Angels inaugural Flanno for a Farmer Day, to support Australian farmers and their families. The North Burnett region is primarily made up of farming communities, which are often affected by natural disasters. By...

 North Burnett Regional Council Awards Bon Accord Bridge Rehabilitation Contract to Timber Restoration Services, Commencing Late August 2023 North Burnett Regional Council is pleased to announce the preferred contractor for the Bon Accord Bridge Rehabilitation...