Kickstart your career with council in 2026
Locals from across the Western Downs region are invited to explore exciting career opportunities through Council's acclaimed ‘Kickstart Your Career’ program, with applications now...
Campoven by the lake
Lake Broadwater recreation reserve held a camp oven cookout under the stars, hosted by caretakers Tim and Megan Walker.
The sold-out event started at 5.30pm,...
Dalby market report
A larger yarding at Dalby sale yards this week, 16 July, with 6518. All regular export buyers, including southern operators, were in attendance and...
Wambo’s 2025 Community Benefit Fund energising initiatives across the region
Four community initiatives across the Jandowae region will share in grants totalling almost $100,000 to improve their community services and facilities thanks to the...
Help improve the On Farm Connectivity Program
The Australian Government is seeking input from community and industry stakeholders on the popular On Farm Connectivity Program to ensure it is delivering the...
Rock crushing demo big hit at Goondiwindi
A ROCK crushing machine that has transformed agricultural land and production across southern states was always likely to turn heads in the north.
The Rocks...
Aussies to compete for John Deere Technician of the Year Awards
A concert pianist, a volunteer firefighter and a female competitive motorcycle rider are just three of the 25 amazing Australian John Deere technicians who...
Local input now a must for Qld solar farms
Western Downs MPs have praised new planning laws giving communities greater say in the planning of large-scale renewable projects.
Under legislation which passed last month...
‘Miss Australia International’ the face of 30th Darling Downs Futurity
Young entrepreneur and philanthropist Cienna Hodgman, the ‘2025 Miss Australia International’, will be one very eager spectator at this year’s 30th Anniversary Darling Downs...
Libraries celebrate NAIDOC week across the region
What an incredible school holiday and NAIDOC Week across Western Downs Libraries!
The libraries have been buzzing with creativity, learning, and fun, bringing the community...
Mary’s Place honoured with top Urban Design Award
Another chapter has been added to the legacy of Mary Barry and the once-thriving Commercial Hotel with Mary's Place named joint winner of the...
Be inspired by QYO
Queensland Youth Orchestra's Wind Symphony will be returning to the Western Downs this weekend.
A free concert will be held at the Dalby Performing...
Nutrien Ag Solutions and CRT award 2025 high achievers
Twelve leading retail businesses across Australia were recognised for their outstanding performance and contribution to agriculture at the 2025 Nutrien Ag Solutions and CRT...
