Report reveals urgency for Elder Abuse Inquiry
The need for an inquiry into elder abuse has been further confirmed after a report has revealed the high numbers of helpline phone calls...
New fence design is rich in hsitory
The Western Downs Regional Council is seeking community feedback on the latest stage for Jandowae’s Central Park concept design which includes a new fence...
Road fatalities at its highest
Queensland’s Southern Region had the highest number of fatalities in 2024 making it the worst year for road trauma in 15 years.
302 people lost...
Short story competition just weeks away
With entries closing in just six weeks on February 16 2025, for the 2025 Words Out West Festival, local storytellers are being encouraged to...
Flooding closes Western Downs roads
Queensland Police have issued an Emergency Alert Watch and Act for Jandowae Creek from Western Downs Regional Council.
The council said the Jandowae Dam spillway...
Cattle tick outbreak hits nine properties
The Department of Primary Industries has inspected more than 10,000 head of cattle across 30 properties after a cattle tick outbreak at the Roma...
Delivering Christmas joy this holiday season
For some, Christmas means giving and spreading true love and joy.
For the past 13 years, Grace Fogarty and her family have been delivering...
Road closures due to floodwaters
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There are three road closures in Dalby due to flooding with people being urged to avoid Allans Rd, Dixon St and Edward...
New high pressure gas pipeline being contested
A new high pressure gas pipeline that is yet to be built, is at the centre of debate with concerns it would impact habitat...
The town is out to play for Christmas
The Christmas spirit is being felt around the Western Downs with many celebrations over the weekend.
With less than a week until Christmas, kids...
Have your say on the new Chinchilla Aquatic Precinct plan
A draft masterplan of the new Chinchilla Aquatic Precinct shows it will be developed at the former Cypress Pines Caravan Park at 35-41 Villier...
Ivy’s world
At 13 years old, Ivy Roger will not let anything get in the way of pursuing what she truly loves most in life.
The...
Dalby market report
Rain across the district contributed to a sharp decline in yard numbers at Dalby this week 11 March, although a solid panel of buyers...
