Headquartered in Bundaberg, the competition was founded in 1913, and features six clubs competing across three senior grades.

The local representative team for the league is known as the Bundaberg Grizzlies.

The side formerly competed in the Queensland Cup competition, and is based at Salter Oval in the city centre of Bundaberg.

The South Burnett Rugby League enters a combined team into the Under 18s competition.

Former Top-Flight Competition: Brisbane Rugby League premiership