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Dalby market report

A large yarding of 8,213 head was presented at Dalby on Wednesday 22 April, with the market showing signs of stabilising across several categories....

Firearm, property and vehicle offences, Darling Downs

A man has been charged and faced court for a number of property, vehicle, and firearm offences. Detectives from Toowoomba, Warwick and Gatton Criminal...

Fuel orders just ‘hopes and dreams’

The Fair Work Commission has handed down a landmark order aimed at delivering hope for drivers and transport operators pushed to the brink by...

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Roos leap to first win of the season

The Goondiwindi Roos have secured their first victory of the 2026 campaign, dismantling Highfields FC 6–1 in an away clash on Sunday 12 April. Played...

Speed and skill will be on show in the Emilee Cherry Cup

The 2026 Emillee Cherry Cup 7s competition is just around the corner, and the stage is set for an exhilarating opening carnival at UniSQ...

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...

Mitchell Campbdraft celebrates 25th birthday

The Mitchell Campdraft celebrated its 25th anniversary over the weekend of 10-12 April, drawing strong competition and community support for the milestone event. With more...

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...

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Celebrating ten years of laughs on the Western Downs

A much-loved comedy series Not Just For Laughs is marking its 10-year anniversary. Some of Australia’s sharpest comedic minds will be touring Dalby, Tara...

Does weed detection and spot-spraying machinery pay off?

Spraying technology is expensive. A new boomspray decision tool from WeedSmart is now available to test real-world spot-spraying technology options before spending any money. Peter...

Dandabah upgrades welcomed

Bunya Mountains community leaders are "absolutely delighted" with the recently completed $6 million upgrades to the Dandabah Picnic Area, saying the new facilities will...

Queensland’s South-east the land of contrasts and challenges

The seasonal outlook across South East Queensland continues to present a mixed and increasingly challenging picture for producers. Dry conditions are tightening their grip across...

Unearth prehistoric wonders at Chinchilla Fossil Finders during Queensland Dinosaur Week

Step back in time and uncover the secrets of Queensland’s ancient past. Chinchilla Fossil Finders returns on Saturday 9 May, as a highlight of...

Operation Easter Break continues to target dangerous driving for the start of back to school

A 22-year-old man was fined almost $2000 and lost eight demerit points after being clocked travelling more than 50kmh over the speed limit along...

Western Downs Cornetist commemorates 50 years of remembrance

From a lone cornet, the solemn notes of The Last Post will drift across Kaimkillenbun on ANZAC Day, carrying with them memory, sacrifice, and...

Dalby market report

A very large yarding of 9009 head was offered at Dalby on 15 April. The market held firm on the previous week for...

Inaugural grants honour Meandarra Glenmorgan Veterans

The memory of Queensland’s servicemen and women is set to be honoured in perpetuity, with the announcement of the inaugural round of the Honouring...

Local midwifery leader appointed Chair of Australian College of Midwives Queensland Branch

Darling Downs Health midwifery leader Karen McDonald Smith has been appointed Chair of the Australian College of Midwives Queensland Branch, recognising her depth of...