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...
Next wave of oil, gas, coal and vanadium projects
The Queensland Government has released 18 new highly prospective petroleum and gas, coal, and mineral exploration areas.
A competitive tender process is now open...
Locals receive huge tourism grant
A new Western Downs destination venue received $286 866 from the Queensland Government as part of the Destination 2045 vision.
The Dusty Chook barn event...
Time to be mosquito prepared
Following recent wet weather, Darling Downs Health is urging all community members to protect themselves against mosquito borne viruses.
Mosquito numbers increase after wet and...
Senex continues its support of RFDS dental across the Wandoan region
Senex knows the importance of supporting the community and the dental needs of those across the Wandoan region have been something the company has...
Music walkups’ grand return
After a break of 2 and a half years, a South Burnett hall welcomed back its country music event.
The Wooroolin Country Music Campout was...
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...
CUC open day
The Country Universities Centre Western Downs welcomed community members through its doors on Saturday 28 February for its first public open day, showcasing the...
STEM program opens students’ eyes to future careers
Dale Neville’s hopes to inspire the next generation into STEM, as early exposure to medical researchers and clinicians sparked Mr Neville’s interest in science...


















