News
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The story behind Marburg’s colourful emu
A RENOWNED ornithologist from the late 1800s and a present day expert gynecologist and a fossilised egg were all involved in the creation of the…
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Vale Cyril Fiechtner: Border Trots
Vale Cyril Fiechtner We are dragging the chain badly in reporting the passing of Cyril Fiechtner, a very successful breeder, owner and trainer – driver…
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Cricketers reunite in Marburg
MEMORIES of the good old days at the Marburg Cricket Club were shared recently with founding members. The club was established in 1946. Life members…
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Rural Fire Service recognised for their outstanding service
RURAL Fire Service members were recognised for their distinguished service and outstanding contribution to the community at an award presentation held in Hattonvale, recently. Among…
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Local Landcare Group and Joyce and Arnold Rieck awarded for their service
THE West Moreton Landcare Group and Joyce and Arnold Rieck were recognised for their significant community contribution at the Ipswich City Council 2021 Ipswich Enviro…
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Veteran motorbikes on a half century celebration ride
MORE than 200 motorbikes were on parade through the main street of Rosewood as part of the 50th anniversary of the Historical Motor Cycle Club…
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Marburg’s Black Snake Creek Festival will be a hub of entertainment
THE Marburg Black Snake Creek Festival will be a highlight on the calendar this month, with the organising committee promising another “great family event” after…
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Free drought and climate adaptation workshops for local farmers
SCENIC RIM – Healthy Land and Water is hosting a series of free Drought and Climate Adaptation workshops in September in Beaudesert, Boonah and Gatton…
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Rosewood RSL secure decade of tenure
AN Ipswich City Council committee has recommended that the Rosewood Memorial Hall be leased to Rosewood RSL Sub Branch for the next decade. Governance and…
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Rebels win in Toowoomba
ROBBIE’S Rebels athletes, Andreas Rice and Seth Birtles, returned to the ring once again to compete in a professional boxing tournament hosted by Smithy’s Gym…
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Plans to control fireweed outbreaks in the area
PADDOCKS carpeted with the yellow flowering invasive pest known as fireweed have become a common sight in rural areas and parkland. Fireweed is an introduced…
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The Power of community in Marburg
EYE catching handmade creations made out of recycled materials are making a bold statement in the Marburg Historical Park grounds. Members of the Marburg Art…










