How a supermarket trip landed a Chinchilla woman in court
A Chinchilla woman who pointed and laughed at her ex made the outlandish claim she didn’t know it was him because he was wearing a bucket hat.
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Exceptional Western Downs residents receive Australia Day Awards
From the captain of the Miles Fire Brigade to captain of Chinchilla State High School these are the exceptional individuals who have won awards on Australia Day.
Western Downs farmers claim victory in fight against gas company
A group of farmers that for years have been protesting gas drilling in the region have earnt a major win against multinational giant Arrow Energy. DETAILS.
Full list: Western Downs Regional Council’s 2025 Australia Day Award recipients
Hard-working volunteers, community stalwarts and organisations that work tirelessly to better the Western Downs will be recognised at the 2025 Australia Day Awards. Find out who took home the awards here.
‘Such a beautiful scene’: How Qld storm chaser caught tornado on camera
While most people’s first reaction would be to flee from a tornado, Queensland storm chaser Justin Noonan runs towards them camera in hand. This is how he found himself in the right place at the right time to capture one that formed in South West Queensland.
Tributes flow for stalwart Western Downs SES member
Western Downs SES has paid tribute to a long-serving member in the wake of his death this month, performing a guard of honour at his funeral. Find out more.
FULL LIST: Australia Day events across the Western Downs
From beer pong tournaments to pig races, there are dozens of Australia Day events being held across the region this weekend. Find out more here.
How Western Downs show societies are pushing for young volunteers
For generations agricultural shows have been the lifeblood of rural communities across western Queensland, but without new young volunteers the rich traditions of these events run the risk of extinction. Here’s how you can help.
Parolee faces court after drugs found in Western Downs home
A Chinchilla man on parole for a 2020 robbery has again appeared in court after police found drugs at his home during a raid.
Boyfriend driver on drugs day of Courtney’s hwy death, police allege
The boyfriend of young Qld woman, who ended up out of a moving HiLux and on the Bruce Highway where she died, was allegedly under the influence the day of the fateful trip, it can be revealed.
High-level help needed to save the ‘sacrificial sand’ of Great Keppel Island
Mayor says moving “sacrificial sand” from a precious Great Keppel Island beach to protect a resort from erosion was a short-term solution that has gone on for too long.
Watch: Qantas plane’s wild aborted landing during paradise deluge
A Qantas plane has aborted its landing on Hamilton Island as the tropical Queensland paradise was hit with more than 300mm of rain in 24 hours. SEE THE VIDEO
‘Admirable’ deed lands drunk wind farm construction employee in trouble
He thought he was doing the right thing – protecting a woman. But his failed attempt at chivalry landed him in hot water rather than the mistaken attacker.
Dalby Saleyards ranks among best performing in Australia
Almost 200,000 head of cattle were sold at the Dalby Saleyards in 2024 with the yard maintaining its top three placement in Australia. Here’s how you can take a look at the inner workings of the saleyards.
The simple steps boss skipped which could have saved school-based apprentice’s life
The shattered family of a Queensland teenager killed in a workplace incident have called out the “little” penalty given to the man meant to be supervising their son.
‘I’m gonna smash you one day c–t’: Mother’s vile threats revealed
A Western Downs mother has faced court after sending dozens of threatening texts to her daughter after a dispute over payments for a car turned ugly.
Mayor reflects on key issues facing Western Downs in 2025
After the highs and lows of 2024 which featured opposition to a major project and some fresh faces on council, Western Downs mayor Andrew Smith has looked back on his first year in the role.
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Gladstone weather
As summer moves towards autumn what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
District Court sittings at Gladstone, February 5
Here is a list of District Court sittings at Gladstone on February 5
Everybody appearing at Chinchilla Magistrates Court, Wednesday, February 5
Here is a list of matters listed at Chinchilla Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Gladstone weather
As summer moves towards autumn what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Pedo films, bestiality, rape: Father’s vile sexual abuse of 4yo daughter
A former public servant who ‘deprived’ his daughter of her childhood by years of shocking sexual abuse including raping her, has been handed one of the harshest sentences possible. WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT
‘Glassing’ girlfriend gets into partner’s pub fight, cops Qld-wide ban
A drunk disability worker, who saw her partner and a teen fighting at a Qld hotel, intervened in such a wild way she was banned from every pub in the state.
Former music store owner faces trial over child abuse allegations
The former owner of a popular music store on the Sunshine Coast will fight against historical child abuse allegations in a trial.
My son tried to take his life twice, no one will help
A Queensland mother claims that as her 11-year-old autistic son screamed he would try to take his own life, again, hospital staff sent the family home from a major Sunshine Coast facility. WARNING: Distressing content
South West Qld’s top-selling homes of 2024
Regional Queensland has seen a massive growth in its residential property market, with values only expected to rise. See the rural homes that sold for millions.
$10m slashed off Crown Barangaroo penthouse asking price
Sydney’s swankiest apartment is back on the market, with a high-profile Luxe Listings agent dropped and the new team tasked with selling the six-bedroom unit spending $500,000 on staging.
‘$100k a year’: Rural rates pain hitting Qld farmers
There are new fears Queensland graziers are reaching breaking point with revelations some are being charged more than $100,000 annually in rural rates from their local council.
Building sector in slow gear as labour shortage bites
Two of Queensland’s best-known developers say an extraordinary infrastructure rollout has sparked labour shortages, slowing projects – and the Olympics construction has yet to come.
Can Australia expect to win a Trump trade war?
Canada and Mexico are writing the playbook in real time over how to navigate Donald Trump’s trade threats.
Founders first: Geoff Wilson bets on market leaders
The stock picker will put to test the notion that smarter investing is about backing the ones with skin in the game.
How big tech is recalibrating around the DeepSeek threat
Silicon Valley owes its longevity to its ability to pivot and China’s new AI start-up could set it moving in a new direction.
Get Bentley performance at less than half the price
Volkswagen’s first hybrid Touareg R delivers V8-like numbers along with space, grace and pace.
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