LifeFlight airlifts man after quadbike rollover
The Roma-based LifeFlight Surat Gas Aeromedical Service (SGAS) crew yesterday airlifted a man to hospital after a quadbike rollover in the Western Downs region.
The...
Jandowae cooks transform passion for flavour at mealtimes
Jandowae Multipurpose Health Service cooks are bringing new life to mealtimes, thanks to their participation in the Maggie Beer Foundation program, which is reshaping...
Queensland women step forward as QWAL Program wraps up with graduation and industry celebration
The Queensland Women in Agriculture Leadership (QWAL) Program has officially concluded, with participants graduating at a certificate ceremony in Brisbane on Friday 6 February...
$400,000 available to power locally-led climate solutions in rural Australia
Remote, rural and regional not-for-profit groups (NFPs) across Australia are invited to apply for grants of up to $20,000 through FRRR’s Community Led Climate...
Prickly Pear history
It has been 90 years since the Cactoblastis Memorial Hall was erected.
Prickly Pear took over Chinchilla, and the Argentinian Cactoblastis cactorum moth saved...
A year of safe, responsive, and future proofed healthcare in Tara
Tara Hospital has paved the way for improved rural healthcare, one year on since the facility opened its doors.
The state-of-the-art hospital – which replaced...
New resources empower local businesses for disaster planning
Western Downs Regional Council has launched a suite of new resources as part of its Business Resilience Program, designed to empower local businesses to...
Council welcomes 2026 cohort of apprentices and trainees
Fourteen new apprentices and trainees have officially commenced their careers with Western Downs Regional Council, bringing fresh energy and talent to the Early Career...
Ritual meets Revelry for the 2026 Regional Artists’ Exhibition
Local artists are invited to step into the spirit of Ritual and Revelry for the return of the Western Downs Regional Artists Exhibition.
Western Downs...
Planning begins for improved hospital infrastructure
Planning for new infrastructure for the Warwick and Dalby hospitals is underway, with Darling Downs Health issuing a tender after recognising the ageing healthcare...
‘Business as usual’: Littleproud backs Coalition reset
It’s “business as usual” according to Nationals leader David Littleproud despite a chaotic few weeks amongst Coalition ranks in Canberra.
Speaking to Sky News on...
How to stay safe during a rural escape
For many people, a rural getaway is the ultimate way to switch off, swapping city noise for fresh air and slower days.
From outback...
Brigalow earns finals berth
Brigalow has surged into the Men’s 1st Grade grand final after a convincing seven-wicket victory over last year’s finalists Miles at the Chinchilla Recreation...
