A champion to the end
It was not the fairytale finish most had hoped for, but it was still a farewell befitting of the extraordinary occasion.
Bush legend Fab’s Cowboy...
Ningana a place like home
A special afternoon tea was held at the Ningana Retirement Village on Wednesday 28 August to give thanks to those who make the place...
Chinchilla’s longest table
In celebration of a multi-cultural community, Chinchilla will once again arrange one long table for the spirit of coming together and enjoying the magic...
The next generation of creatives
Dalby continues to shine under the spotlight with their strong presence in this year’s Creative Generation- State Schools Onstage (CGen).
Students from all over...
Row over cancellation of Dalby-born pianist
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s managing director has left the organisation after the controversial cancellation of Dalby-born pianist, Jayson Gillham’s concert.
Mr Gillham’s performance with the...
Art gallery vows to keep doors open despite funding concerns
Chinchilla’s Lapunyah Art Gallery has issued a statement of uncertainty regarding its future over claims the Western Downs council denied the volunteer-run facility funding...
Chinchilla’s microbrewing school teachers on ‘life affirming’ journey
A group of Chinchilla-based school teachers are possibly just months away from pouring the first beers at their eagerly anticipated one-of-a-kind microbrewery.
What was once...
Letters to the editor: Embrace the possibilities
Embrace the possibilities (WDT 23-08):
As a Dalby resident I’ve been part of so many conversations about Thomas Jack Park recently. Council has named TJP...
Grants of up to $20k on offer for Western Downs community groups
Western Downs not-for-profit community groups have been encouraged to apply for up to $20,000 worth of grants in CS Energy’s latest round of community...
Why a caravan safety masterclass toured through the Western Downs this week
Nearly a quarter of drivers towing a caravan or RV feel nervous whilst sharing the road with other vehicles which is why a van...
Youth month a blast in Chinchilla
It was fun galore for families and little ones who flocked to the Chinchilla Showgrounds on Sunday to bask in the region’s annual youth...
Condamine’s fresh lick of paint turning heads
When staff members from a Condamine agribusiness spotted an ornate life-sized mural gracing the walls of an automotive shop in Pittsworth, they knew they...
Set for Saints race day
The 2024 Lady of the Southern Cross College Saints Race Day takes place at Bunya Park Racecourse on Saturday 21 September.
Gates open at...
