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Family historian finds more than he bargained for

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News William Pates is an inquisitive man, but even he was shocked with what he discovered about his family.

Helping hand for struggling South Burnett farmers

Helping hand for struggling South Burnett farmers

Community Funding to help those doing it tough on the land.

Orchestra provides 'music relief' to the community

Orchestra provides 'music relief' to the community

News It will give community members an opportunity to combat stress.

Nanango country singer snags herself new gig

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News 'I'm not used to wearing steel caps, so that'll be interesting.'

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    Dairy code progresses, farmers debate its merits

    Dairy code progresses, farmers debate its merits

    News Government announces draft principles of a mandatory dairy code.

    Man's grief after brother dies in cruel game of 'courage'

    premium_icon Man's grief after brother dies in cruel game of 'courage'

    Crime He paid the price for the way he dealt with his grief and loneliness in Kingaroy District Court.

    Team dedicated to hunting for 'next big thing' in technology

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    Feature South Burnett business 'on top of the game' when it comes to bringing latest products to the region.

    Five things to do this weekend

    Five things to do this weekend

    Whats On Have a go at the sideshow alley games or snag a bargain at the markets.

    Power outage for South Burnett residents

    Power outage for South Burnett residents

    News Ergon energy are restoring power for residents

    What's the key to 10 years of business success?

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    Feature The Harvey Norman Computers team believes its 10 years of success comes down to one key detail.

    'He's over it': GP threatening to leave due to youth crime

    premium_icon 'He's over it': GP threatening to leave due to youth crime

    Crime South Burnett Deputy Mayor Kathy Duff is calling for more police in the region after a spate of crime in Murgon in recent weeks.

    GIG GUIDE: Sweet festival sounds coming to The Commercial

    GIG GUIDE: Sweet festival sounds coming to The Commercial

    Music Relax and to the sounds of South Burnett's musicians.

    Crews battle Kingaroy fire

    Crews battle Kingaroy fire

    News Crews are en route to grass fire.

    How David Littleproud spent your tax dollars

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    Politics See how David Littleproud spent your tax dollars in 2018.

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      Coastal markets star performers, but shine starting to fade

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      Property JUST when you thought this property market could not get any hotter, new figures reveal the annual median house price has risen to a new high.

      Toowoomba couple has simple philosophy for lasting marriage

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      Lifestyle Happy couple celebrate 70 years of marriage this week.

      Dad tells court he's 'going straight' for his kids

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      News Father of five reckons he wants to be a role model for his kids.

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      Parenting New photography craze captures mother's most intimate moments.

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      Junior riders to race in memory of club volunteer

      Motor Sports Club will honour volunteer with race day.

      Ferling acknowledges humble Kingaroy beginnings

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      Cricket Holly Ferling believes it was her humble beginnings in Kingaroy that set her up for a remarkable sporting career.

      True sporting icon's remarkable career

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      Cricket 'I was a bit uncertain why I was never picked.'

      Your guide to the 2019 Wondai Street Sprints

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      Big changes to football competition for 2019 season

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      Soccer Football South Burnett president outlines changes ahead of kick-off.

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          News A young boy is in a critical condition after being struck by a car in the state’s north this morning.

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          News Police want breakthrough in Queensland cold case

          Two stabbed at hospital in southeast

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          News Two hospital employees stabbed by patient at Logan

          $400k grants relieve pressure for flood-hit farmers

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          Business Implemented by agency tasked with rebuilding the livestock industry

          Cancer battle inspires teenager to follow career in health

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          Health The 18-year-old missed most of his first school year.

          Outback murder: Trio gunned down in cold blood

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          News Spear Creek murders: ‘Definitely solvable’ case reopened

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            88 days of backpacker hell

            Business German backpacker Selina Fray was 19 when she arrived in Australia for a working holiday — but her dream quickly turned into a nightmare.

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            Money ‘Inverted yield curve’ a signal of looming financial collapse

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              Denim days are back as we try different fits

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              Fashion & Beauty Lean into some awesome jeans this autumn as comfort zips ahead of tightness in the fashion stakes.

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              Movies When Dwayne Johnson called, a Brisbane-based model knew she wanted to be part of bringing wrestler Saraya Knight's story to screen.

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              Gardening With cooler weather on the way, now is the time to create an explosion of colour in your garden with flowering plants.

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