Senex to host info sessions for $1 billion Surat Basin expansion
Senex Energy has announced a round of community information sessions for residents to learn about its $1 billion Surat Basin expansion.
The sessions will take...
‘Dobbo’ recovering after horrific cycling accident
Ben 'Dobbo' Dobbin, a high-profile media personality and former Western Downs livestock agent, is on the road to recovery after a terrifying cycling accident...
Crowd figures soar for fifth annual Big Skies festival
Country rock fans, more than 2,500 of them, basked in the glory of two straight days of live music as Jimbour House rocked to...
2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award applications open
Rural Australian women who have an idea, cause or vision they want to bring to life can now apply for the 2025 AgriFutures Rural...
Key changes announced for popular tree adoption program
Several key changes have been announced to a popular tree adoption program as Western Downs residents get set to once again show their love...
OPINION: Harder line needed on supermarket price-gouging
If you ask most Australians what is the biggest issue they are currently facing, nearly all of them will say the cost of living.
Since...
School’s breakfast program gets a boost
Students and families at Miles State High School have been gifted food hampers in a major boost to the school’s free breakfast program.
Chinchilla-based not-for-profit...
New store on the block
A new and vibrant boutique gift store has arrived in Dalby and are now welcoming locals through the doors.
Max and Betty is the...
Chinchilla home escapes serious damage in brief blaze
A home in Chinchilla escaped disaster when its kitchen set alight on Thursday night.
Two fire crews rushed to a Gower Street residence after...
Pollies set for CSG grilling from environmentalists
MPs and candidates are set to face a barrage of questions from environmental groups fighting against the coal seam gas industry’s expansion on the...
Pilot SOS to keep FOG service flying
A shortage of skilled pilots has grounded the night shift of the Roma-based RFDS Flying Obstetrician and Gynaecologist since February.
South West Hospital and Health...
Council offloads 52 homes in landmark community housing transfer
Western Downs Regional Council has finalised the transfer of its entire community housing portfolio to a not-for-profit housing provider in a landmark agreement.
In a...
The felt lady in town
Self-made and multitalented woman and mother, Candice Mason behind My Felt Lady has created her own spotlight.
From showcasing her craftwork online to building...
