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Experts warn over Taroom oil field

The State Government's push to fast-track oil drilling in the Taroom Trough has attracted criticism from climate experts. The Queensland government has touted opening...

Fun for the whole family

Head to the Wandoan Show for a fantastic outing packed with activities, learning, creativity and good company. Friday, 17 April, will kick off the...

Anzac day services across the region

Western Downs communities are invited to take part in this year’s ANZAC Day commemorations, paying tribute to the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps...

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Boars beat Diehards in a thriller

The Goondiwindi Boars have edged out the Dalby Diehards 36–34 in a dramatic contest at Gilbert Oval on Saturday 11 April. With a late try...

5th annual Darren Lockyer Shield draws a resounding success

Roma came alive with the energy of junior rugby league over the weekend as the Darren Lockyer Shield returned, with the Carnarvon Cubs hosting...

Cods fall to premiers

The Condamine Cods have opened their 2026 Risdon Cup campaign with a 36–26 loss to defending premiers Gatton Black Pigs at Hugh Courtney Oval...

Emus fight off rust and a determined Echidna’s to get a round 1 win

The Goondiwindi Emus have launched their Risdon Cup campaign in strong fashion, overcoming a spirited Roma Echidnas outfit 27–19 at Gallas Fox Park on...

Competition wide open

The 2026 Downs Rugby season is shaping as one of the most competitive in recent memory, with traditional heavyweights, emerging contenders and rebuilding clubs...

Rivalry set to reignite

With the TRL season just around the corner, attention turns to the Goondiwindi Boars and Dalby Diehards, who will reignite their rivalry in a...

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Wambo Wind Farm reaches major milestone

Wambo Wind Farm has taken delivery of another batch of turbines, marking a new milestone for the renewable energy project. All 83 turbines are now...

Boy charged with firearm offences

Police have charged a 12-year-old boy following reports of a firearm being discharged in Dalby on 11 April. At 6.42pm police were called to Nicholson...

Highway closed after serious crash

The Leichhardt Highway remains closed after a fuel tanker rolled over near Taroom. Emergency services were called to the crash at about 11.13am...

Looking back at Dalby

Dalby is located at the junction of the Warrego, Moonie and Bunya Highways, and is the administrative centre for the Western Downs Region. It was...

A new mobile prostate cancer testing program in Southern Queensland

Heart of Australia and It’s A Bloke Thing Foundation have partnered to deliver a mobile prostate cancer testing program to rural communities across southern...

ACRRM Budget submission calls for climate action to protect rural and remote communities

With extreme weather events disrupting rural and remote communities across Australia, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is calling on the...

Head contractor appointed for Dalby park revitalisation

Western Downs Regional Council has appointed a head contractor to deliver the construction phases of the $8.623 million revitalisation of the Thomas Jack Park...

NFPs invited to help shape drought resilience projects in South West QLD

FRRR (Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal) and the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation (ARLF) are inviting representatives from local not-for-profit organisations in South West...

Embryo transfer costs now eligible under Disaster Recovery Grant funding

Embryo transfer procedures to reinstate genetically valuable breeding stock are now eligible for reimbursement under Primary Producer Recovery Grants, thanks to funding provided by...

More urgency and clarity needed to protect fresh vegetable supply for Australians

AUSVEG is calling for greater urgency and clarity on plans to relieve surging input costs and shortages for vegetable growers, as widespread uncertainty continues...