Outback town’s bold plan to become ‘international wellness hub’
A remote Queensland town is just days away from launching an audacious new tourism attraction, which it hopes will draw in travellers from across the globe.
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Drug stash allegedly found during random breath test
A routine RBT in Charleville took an unexpected turn after police allegedly discovered a quantity of drugs. Find out what happened here.
How Maranoa medical students could get up to $140k
A Maranoa Regional Council initiative is providing financial assistance to medical students and professionals. Find out if you’re eligible for a bursary here.
Battle is on for South West Qld’s most festive town
Two South West Queensland towns have embraced the Christmas spirit in a very festive way, with one council even offering up hundreds of Christmas lights to residents. See some of the most incredible displays here.
When boil water alert for regional Qld town could be lifted
The cause of a boil water alert for the regional Queensland town of Surat has been revealed, but it may not be lifted until after Christmas. DETAILS HERE.
Silly season: Police investigating break-in, alleged assault
Police are still investigating a number of incidents in Roma from the past week, with police turning to the community for information. Find out all the details here.
Businesses count cost of lengthy power outage
While 120 Ergon customers are still without power, businesses across South West Queensland have begun counting the cost of the lengthy outage. Here’s what happened.
Reliving history: Inside the epic trip to commemorate Cobb & Co’s last ride
The Maranoa region is preparing to celebrating 100 years since the final Cobb & Co coach service rolled through the dusty outback trails of Australia. Get a sneak peek into the celebrations in store here.
Revealed: The violent offences that shocked Roma in 2023
From drug fuelled assaults to terrifying domestic outbursts, Roma courts dealt with an alarming numbers of violent offences this year. We recap some of the matters sentenced in 2023. SEE THE LIST.
On the naughty list: More drink drivers busted in South West Qld
A man has allegedly been busted drink driving more than four times the legal limit, setting a staggering record for the highest breath test reading in Roma for 2023. See the most recent charges here.
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