Local videos raise awareness
To deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, newly introduced government restrictions have been forced on mainstream food service businesses. These restrictions require cafes, restaurants and bakeries to adapt, implementing a takeaway and/or home delivery service model. In addition to national food laws, the COVID-19 pandemic has added further need for vigilance. With this in mind, the…
A happy HOME Easter in South Burnett
In 2020, the Easter Bunny has special exemption to cross borders as Australia is in lockdown. Here’s some tips to maximise your Easter break while also giving you opportunity to support local business. Check out Takeaway the South Burnett for traditional fish based meals on Good Friday. Complete your Easter project using materials from local…
Vital Health is delivering Telehealth appointments!
You can start or continue your physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, exercise physiology, dietetics and psychology appointments via video calls. See the video below or contact us for further information. Kingaroy: 07 4162 7272 Watch the video here
Chronic Pain? See what researchers suggest as treatment!
Watch the video here! In August 2019 the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network updated their practice guidelines on the management of chronic pain, analyzing different medications and treatment strategies. This report was approved by the National Health System of the UK. Treatment options not involving drugs are easily accessible with your physiotherapist and allied health providers.…
Online ideas for social distancing
By staying at home, washing our hands and social distancing, we are all helping to slow the spread of coronavirus. Buying takeaway food and drink options or supporting the businesses that support local employment, helps our community ride out the pandemic. Despite social distancing cancelling the group chat on the footpath, we can be grateful…
April Monthly Newsletter!
Welcome to our April monthly newsletter! We are delighted to announce that a new employee has joined our team! The role of Junior Accountant will be filled by Stacey Rees. Stacey is a local mum who lives in Kingaroy with her husband and children. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and aims…
JobKeeper Payments
The Government has just announced it’s third stimulus package update in response to the coronavirus outbreak. A wage subsidy will be available to eligible businesses and not-for-profit entities who can demonstrate a loss in revenue of 30 per cent or more when compared to the relative period a year ago. Businesses with a turnover of…
It’s oil systems go on regional expansion
As regional communities across Australia continue to reel following years of drought, storms, and now the COVID-19 pandemic, Queensland’s South Burnett region is celebrating the highly anticipated expansion of local manufacturing industry. Proteco Oils, a locally owned and operated producer of nuts, oils and butters, and the largest manufacturer of macadamia oil in the world,…
Important COVID-19 information for travellers and harvest workers
Handwashing Researchers think that if everyone washed their hands properly, about 1 million lives would be saved every year. More info at Qld Health’s handwashing guide Translated resources If you need some translated resources to help you understand your obligations, head to Queensland Health. How to apply for visa extension If you’re in…
Introduction to South Burnett Economic Action Plan
South Burnett’s Economic Development Department has coordinated a working group of business representative groups and Government officers to increase communication as the COVID-19 pandemic extends across Australia and the world. This group is informed by the South Burnett Economy Action Plan. At the core, the South Burnett Economy Action Plan is about open communication. This…