Australia’s beef exports are set to face some of the biggest adjustments compared with other international exporters as new import quotas announced by China...

’I’m buggered’: Nationals leader quits party’s top job

Nationals leader David Littleproud announced on Tuesday he would step down as leader of the Nationals, saying he’s had enough. Mr Littleproud said he would...

Emergency Alert for Chinchilla and Warra

This is a FLOOD EMERGENCY WARNING message from the Western Downs Local Disaster Management Group. Charley’s Creek in Chinchilla and Cooranga Creek in Warra are...

IWD profile

Meet Kylie Bourne, Western Downs Deputy Mayor and Planning and Environment Portfolio holder. Where do you live: Miles How are you making a difference...

Nominations open for 2026 Australian Cotton Industry Awards

The Australian Cotton Industry Awards are now open for nominations for 2026. The awards recognise people across the industry for their achievements, commitment to sustainability,...

Dalby market report

On Wednesday, 4 March, in Dalby, there was an increased yarding with all regular feed and restocker buyers participating, along with an additional export...

Heavy rainfall continues

Heavy rainfall continues, as major flooding occurs across the region. This is a flood WATCH AND ACT message from Western Down Regional Council. Flooding...

1942 floods

In February 1942, there was a major flooding event that effected the Western Downs. In the central Highlands, Maranoa and Downs heavy falls occurred...

Financial literacy for young farmers is crucial to our future on the land

I've been chair of the Young Producers Council for around 10 months now. Since then, the council’s main focus has been addressing the issue...

Emergency Alert for Chinchilla

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