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Kingaroy’s gourmet foods are shaping up to be show winners
Home to some of the State’s finest gourmet food manufacturers, the South Burnett region is positioning itself as a ‘must see’ food and wine destination

The Darling Downs showcase their flair for fine food
Christmas just wouldn’t be complete without family favourites like Christmas puddings, cakes and fruit mince pies – and one place you’ll be sure to find them is at this year’s Good Food and Wine Show

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Mackay Regional Council takes shape
Local Government Minister Warren Pitt today met with representatives of the Mackay Regional Council Local Transition Committee to get a first-hand picture of how the transition planning is progressing.

Major road projects mean progress for Mackay
Bridge construction for the $33.6 million Hospital Bridge project is underway, with the outline of the new Lagoon Creek crossing already starting to take shape.

Revamped guide keeps drivers and truckies on track
The many attractions of Queensland have become even easier to explore, thanks to the release of Main Roads' new and improved Guide to Queensland Roads.

MATURE-AGE BAYSIDE JOBSEEKERS GET SET FOR SKILLS
Sixty Bayside jobseekers are being trained to help alleviate pressure on local industries that are struggling to find skilled staff

Queensland wines served at Queensland Tourism Awards
Queensland wines will be showcased at the 2007 Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Desley Boyle said today

The Minister for Police, Corrective Services and Sport Judy Spence, will this morning visit Skilled Park, as the stadium reaches a significant milestone – with the laying of the turf commencing today

Wyaralong Dam could be delivered a year ahead of schedule
The Wyaralong Dam could deliver water to South East Queensland homes a year ahead of schedule, subject to approval, Deputy Premier and Minister for Infrastructure and Planning Paul Lucas said today.

Minister buoyed by visit to Aurukun
Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Lindy Nelson-Carr today met members of the Aurukun Shire Council during her visit to the community.

Toy Beads Banned From Queensland Stores
Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Kerry Shine has banned children’s toy Bindeez beads from sale in Queensland and warned parents to take the beads away from their children