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More than 140 years of support

The first Dalby Fire Brigade was formed in 1882. A newspaper article from 24 July 1915 stated that "A proclamation has been issued. accepting the...

Ag Discovery Day returns to Royal Show

More than 640 students and teachers took part in Ag Discovery Day at the Toowoomba Royal Showgrounds on Thursday 26 March, giving young people...

Illegal stock movement attracts record fine

A pastoral company that moved cattle on stock routes throughout Queensland without proper authorisation has been fined a record amount under the state's Biosecurity...

Federal government backs giant gas project

The Federal Government has approved an expansion of coal seam gas in Queensland. Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG), a joint venture of Origin Energy, Conocophillips,...

Wambo wind farm project update

Wambo wind farm project has progressed well. In a significant milestone for Wambo Wind Farm, Stage 1 will reach practical completion in April. Construction...

Thrown from bull at Jandowae Show

A teen was thrown from a bull at the Jandowae Show on Saturday evening, 21 March. He had a significant leg injury and was...

Fuel reserves released

Pressure at the bowser continues, even with a little relief promised by the Australian Government. Energy Minister Chris Brown announced on Friday, 13 March that...

Get busy after the rains

We’re seeing the blessing of some decent rain … apart from those to the east who received more than they deserved! I’ve even heard...

Charity founder given 9-month suspended jail term for assaulting teens

Award-winning youth advocate Cody Schaeffer will avoid jail time after pleading guilty to assaulting several children. The Order of Australia Medal recipient, who ran youth...

Survey reveals ‘cultural shift’ in rural mental health

Farmers across Queensland and the country are becoming more open about their mental health as industry pressures continue to rise. Rural Aid’s third annual...

Get busy after the rains

We’re seeing the blessing of some decent rain … apart from those to the east who received more than they deserved! I’ve even heard...

Words out West is back

The seventh Words Out West in 2026 is coming, for readers, writers, and word-lovers alike, right here on the Western Downs. Words out West is...

More than 140 years of support

The first Dalby Fire Brigade was formed in 1882. A newspaper article from 24 July 1915 stated that "A proclamation has been issued. accepting the...