Emergency Alert for Chinchilla
This is an EMERGENCY WARNING message from the Western Downs Local Disaster Management Group.
Major flooding is happening now in Charleys Creek.
Miles show set to wow
The Miles District Show has taken the bold step of changing the dates of our show and expanding it into a two day show...
ANZ to reopen branch in Chinchilla
ANZ has announced it will reopen its Chinchilla branch this year.
The decision is great news for the town, as ANZ reopening of its...
Australian beef export volumes tested by new China quota
Australia’s beef exports are set to face some of the biggest adjustments compared with other international exporters as new import quotas announced by China...
’I’m buggered’: Nationals leader quits party’s top job
Nationals leader David Littleproud announced on Tuesday he would step down as leader of the Nationals, saying he’s had enough.
Mr Littleproud said he would...
Emergency Alert for Chinchilla and Warra
This is a FLOOD EMERGENCY WARNING message from the Western Downs Local Disaster Management Group.
Charley’s Creek in Chinchilla and Cooranga Creek in Warra are...
IWD profile
Meet Kylie Bourne, Western Downs Deputy Mayor and Planning and Environment Portfolio holder.
Where do you live: Miles
How are you making a difference...
Nominations open for 2026 Australian Cotton Industry Awards
The Australian Cotton Industry Awards are now open for nominations for 2026.
The awards recognise people across the industry for their achievements, commitment to sustainability,...
Dalby market report
On Wednesday, 4 March, in Dalby, there was an increased yarding with all regular feed and restocker buyers participating, along with an additional export...
Heavy rainfall continues
Heavy rainfall continues, as major flooding occurs across the region.
This is a flood WATCH AND ACT message from Western Down Regional Council. Flooding...
1942 floods
In February 1942, there was a major flooding event that effected the Western Downs.
In the central Highlands, Maranoa and Downs heavy falls occurred...
Financial literacy for young farmers is crucial to our future on the land
I've been chair of the Young Producers Council for around 10 months now. Since then, the council’s main focus has been addressing the issue...
Battlers take out Lindsay Williams Shield
The rugby league pre-season roared into life on 14 March, as the 20th edition of the Lindsay Williams Shield delivered a gripping showcase of...
