Chinchilla Volunteer of The Year
Ruth Lindsay received the 2025 Local Volunteer of the Year Award for Chinchilla. She has made a significant contribution through volunteering and has made...
Local heros honoured
Four outstanding individuals have been recognised for their remarkable contributions as part of Western Downs Regional Council's 2025 Australia Day Awards.
Western Downs...
Can’t be ticked off yet as outbreak not under control
Bymount graziers have suffered 'substantial' stock losses from the cattle tick outbreak detected at the Roma Saleyards on 5 November.
State Department of Primary...
Local artist’s passion
Miles is well known for its beautiful art scene.
Local Emily Macklin is currently exhibiting her work in the John Mullins Memorial Art Gallery,...
Latest Rex bailout doesn’t fly with deputy mayor
Taxpayers will fork out a $50 million debt lifeline to Rex, with the Federal Government stepping in for a second bid to sell the...
Global food and agriculture trends
Several emerging global trends could have an impact on the Australian food and agriculture industry over the next five years.
Changed eating patterns due...
Bunya Mountain Dingo sightings
A working group of three educators has been established and charged with developing a Community Education Program after an increase in dingo sightings in...
Goondiwindi’s Australia Day nominees 2025
The Goondiwindi 2025 Australia Day Award Nominees have been announced giving individuals, groups and businesses something to celebrate.
The contributions, dedications and community spirit...
A slice of heaven
Lake Broadwater is home to the only freshwater lake on the Darling Downs and the campground is fast becoming a must-visit destination for outdoor...
Severe thunderstorm warning for Dalby and surrounds
A severe thunderstorm is heading for Dalby.
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:15 pm on 23 January, a very dangerous thunderstorm likely...
HEATWAVE: What’s causing this heat
Intense heat continues to persist over the Western Downs this week, with temperatures mid-to-high 30s forecast.
The Bureau of Meteorology has released a severe...
Women leading the agriculture industry
Women working in Queensland’s agriculture industry are being encouraged to take on leadership roles thanks to a new training and mentoring program.
Applications are open...
Campaign builds for Bunya community centre
The Bunya Mountains Community Association has officially launched its three-year fundraising campaign to build a dedicated, accessible, and inclusive Community Centre in the heart...
