Brother punches patron in the face to honour sister
A disgruntled man who punched a pub patron in the face before shaping up to security at a Chinchilla venue has told a court he was honouring his sister.
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Flashback gallery: Look back on a decade of Roma school formals
Get ready to be transported back in time as we’ve unearthed a decade of Roma formal photos dating all the way back to 2010. See the fashions of formals’ past in our mega 180+ photo flashback gallery.
Queensland’s secret US army base finally unveiled
A secret US army outpost built in a regional Queensland town to test bombs during WWII has been immortalised following the completion of an interactive museum project, which takes visitors on a deep-dive into the lived experience of thousands of soldiers.
Angry dad smashes up Chinchilla business while drunk
A drunken father who was frustrated with his son took his anger out on a Heeney St business, causing thousands of dollars of damage. Here’s what happened.
New head doctor’s plan to tackle ‘unprecedented challenges’
Southwest health has revealed their new head doctor and how he plans to bring innovation, diversity and sustainability to the region. Here’s his remarkable story.
Hefty $38k price tag for new Christmas tree
Councillors have upped the ante ahead of this year’s Maranoa Christmas Street Party with plans to purchase a pricey $38,000 Christmas tree, after the previous tree was destroyed by vandals.
Revealed: Chinchilla’s drink or drug drivers busted
The latest round of drink or drug drivers who landed in front of the Chinchilla magistrate for their offending have been revealed. See the full list.
Water bombers heading to large Western Downs bushfire
Firefighters are still working to contain a giant blaze west of Dalby, with water bombers from Toowoomba enroute. Here’s the latest.
Next steps for wind farming in the Maranoa revealed
Following community outcry over the wind farming industry expanding into the Maranoa region, councillors have discussed new planning rules to tighten future projects. Details here.
Shoplifter rams staff member with trolley, throws shoe at man
A southwest Queensland mum who assaulted a man and rammed a trolley into a shop assistant has appeared in court from custody after racking up 17 charges including numerous break and enters.
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