Picnics around the Western Downs
Venturing into the great outdoors with a heaving picnic hamper is one of the great joys of summer.
A relaxing picnic amongst nature can be...
Get ready for the race that stops the Maranoa
While we’ve just celebrated Jamie Melham’s great ride on Half Yours to win the race that stops the nation with the running of Tuesday’s...
Bronze for Queensland
During the recent school holidays, Wandoan State School's School Captain, Hugh B competed at the Australian National Pony Club Championships.
Hugh travelled to Werribee,...
Canberra Hotel
The Canberra Hotel in Warra was built in 1913 by Thomas Charles Greaves.
The hotel was described as having a good appearance and caught...
STEM strolls a success
On Monday, 3 October, STEMM students and professionals came together at the Chinchilla Botanical Park to find new networks, find mentors, and support groups.
It...
UPDATE: Fire burns in Red Hill
UPDATE:
The fire at Red Hill, near Chinchilla, is still burning as firefighters try to contain the blaze.
15 rural firefighters and Queensland Fire...
Solid demand for heifers
A solid yarding in Dalby on Wednesday 5 November, with all regular buyers in attendance as well as one additional southern processor.
Heavy...
Rural patients embracing care closer to home
New figures show rural communities have embraced Darling Downs Health’s Hospital in the Home (HITH) program, with nearly 140 patients treated in the first...
Key drivers of Australian farmland value
Australian farmland values dipped following 12 consecutive years of growth across the first half of 2025 as challenging market conditions saw buyers and sellers...
Warra, Western Downs
Warra is a small town in the Western Downs Region.
The town is located to the west, and the Condamine River forms the southwestern...
Australian beef industry sets benchmark
The Australian beef industry has released its 2025 Annual Update under the Australian Beef Sustainability Framework (ABSF), showcasing record-breaking environmental achievements, strengthened market access,...
Rex administrators blame pilot and parts shortage
It's not yet clear how creditors - including taxpayers - will fare under a Rex Airlines takeover by American aviation company Air T.
However, an...
Holiday at home this Easter
With the current fuel crisis, people are being urged to holiday at home this Easter School Holidays.
Fuel prices putting pressure on household budgets...
