Luxury glamping coming to the Downs
Beef producers Nick and Kate Boshammer have announced the opening of Riverbank Glamping, the Western Downs’ first luxury glamping experience.
Just 18 months since...
Collaboration key to energy partnerships
An Australian-owned company is working with agricultural landowners, regional communities and 10 southern and Central Queensland councils to facilitate informed outcomes for renewable energy...
Council joins national welcoming cities network
Western Downs Regional Council has joined a national network of more than 90 local governments committed to fostering diversity and social inclusion.
The council will...
Jobseekers given exclusive look inside FIFO village
Dalby's drive-in, drive-out mining accommodation village has given job seekers an exclusive look inside its facility in the hopes of appealing to potential workers...
MP handed assistant cabinet role
Callide MP Bryson Head will serve alongside nine others in Queensland Premier David Crisafulli’s fresh assistant ministry.
The state's newly elected premier unveiled his assistant...
Rural firefighters concerned about volunteer numbers
Rural firefighters have raised ongoing concerns about volunteer numbers after several weeks of flaring temperatures and dangerous bushfire conditions.
Speaking after a spate of recent...
Meetings called over proposed powerline
Powerlink will host a series of consultation sessions for landholders impacted by the proposed Bungaban wind farm development near Wandoan.
Four sessions will take place...
Firies urge vigilance as rain brings welcome reprieve
Rural residents were put on high alert as firefighters worked around the clock to contain a spate of fires in what was one of...
Western Downs falls silent for Remembrance Day
Communities across the Western Downs gathered as one on Remembrance Day to honour the sacrifices of past and present veterans.
Commemorated annually across the Commonwealth,...
Dalby teacher charged over alleged rape of child
A 36-year-old male teacher has been charged with a slew of child sex offences he allegedly committed while working at an educational facility in...
Where to pay respects on Remembrance Day
RSL sub-branches, council and community groups will host seven Remembrance Day services throughout the Western Downs in honour of all current and former servicemen...
Residents urged to share mobile phone, internet woes
The Western Downs council looks set to further its push for better telecommunications across the region by asking residents to share their experiences with...
Celebrating contribution of energy sector
Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise (TSBE) proudly hosted the 2025 Surat Basin Energy Awards in Dalby showcasing the region’s energy sector.
TSBE Executive Director Dr...
