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...
Anzac Day March in Dalby 1916
Anzac Day was commemorated in various locations around the Western Downs Region. Always well attended, Anzac Day usually featured a march and a commemorative...
Operation Easter Break continues to target dangerous driving for the start of back to...
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...
Outback Instincts receive youth week grant
A local organisation has received a Youth Week event grant.
Individual grants of up to $10,000 have been provided to young Queenslanders aged 12–25,...
Life on the land in focus
From early starts in the paddock to quiet moments along the coastline, central Queenslanders are being encouraged to capture life on the land as...
Farmers warned over fuel theft after 1000 litres stolen
Farmers are being warned to secure their fuel after 1000 litres were stolen amid diesel thefts spanning two states.
A 59-year-old man has been charged...
Hospitals expand electric vehicle fleet
The South West Hospital and Health Service has significantly expanded its electric and hybrid vehicle fleet since the arrival of the health service’s first...
Talking about digital careers in health
Students from across South West Queensland were given a rare, hands-on look at the future of healthcare when the Charleville Careers Expo brought digital...


















