Council backs call to reverse disaster funding changes Published on 01 July 2026 Council is supporting calls from the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) to reverse proposed federal changes to disaster recovery funding, warning they will leave Queensland communities worse off. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Biloela Swimming Pool Complex Published on 30 June 2026 Banana Shire Council, in partnership with the Queensland Government, is proud to deliver new and improved facilities for the local community through funding provided under the Works for Queensland program. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Banana Shire Council Delivers 2026/27 Budget Published on 24 June 2026 Banana Shire Council has adopted its 2026/27 budget, committing to a $48 million capital works program that continues to invest in critical infrastructure and community improvements, while maintaining a responsible financial position. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Banana Shire Council CEO Tom Upton Resignation Published on 14 May 2026 Banana Shire Council advises that Chief Executive Officer Tom Upton has accepted an appointment as CEO of Livingstone Shire Council, with his final day at Banana Shire Council to be prior to commencing his new role on 29 June 2026. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community Information Request - Flood Studies Published on 14 May 2026 Banana Shire Council is undertaking a series of flood studies across the Dawson River basin, including communities along the Dawson River, Dee River, Don River, Kroombit Creek and associated tributaries. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Banana Shire Biz Connect Published on 13 May 2026 Banana Shire Council celebrates QLD Small Business Month, launching Banana Shire Biz Connect, a new public-facing online Business Directory Portal. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Extended partnership with the AUKUS Forum Published on 07 April 2026 We are pleased to formalise an extended partnership with the AUKUS Forum following the signing of a Partnership Certificate at the AUKUS Forum Workshop hosted by Banana Shire Council in Moura on 30 March 2026. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Queensland–China Investment Roundtable Published on 07 April 2026 Banana Shire Council was proud to be represented at the Queensland–China Investment Roundtable, hosted by the Global Investment Attraction team at Trade and Investment Queensland. Tagged as: , Media Releases
$3.5 million grants program opens for Biloela Industrial Businesses Published on 03 March 2026 Banana Shire Council has opened a competitive grants program to drive new investment into the Biloela Industrial Precinct. The Biloela Industrial Incentives Initiative offers $3.5 million, funded by the Queensland Government, for shared infrastructure, services and capabilities that benefit multiple businesses in Banana Shire. Tagged as: , Media Releases