‘Happy, bright’ Leia’s final act was to save other children
Friends and family of a four-year-old who died in a tragic accident have revealed how the happy and bright little girl saved multiple lives.
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I hurt my back, lost my purse … then won $100k on my birthday
A mum who got off to a rough start on her birthday had her spirits lifted after receiving a very special gift.
‘Nothing short of a miracle’: How 5yo girl defied the odds after horror horse fall
After a tragic horse riding accident, Emilee Scholefield’s family were told their five year old daughter would likely never walk or talk again but after years of intensive therapy she has defied the odds.
Chinchilla Rodeo leading resurgence in sport across state
Chinchilla Rodeo organisers are gearing up for what is expected to be their biggest event ever, with 467 riders nominated and 3500 guests expected to be in attendance.
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‘The roads are better in Syria’: 82-year-old calls for action on deadly road
An 82-year-old who broke his leg while swerving to avoid a truck on Chinchilla-Wondai Rd has called for road upgrades saying he’s seen dozens of crashes since living in the area.
‘Don’t need to be welcomed to my own country’: How people are missing the mark on Welcome to Countries
Darling Downs Indigenous leader Uncle Wayne Fossey, whose father and uncles fought in World War II, has condemned the booing during Anzac Day’s Welcome to Country and explained the importance of the ceremony.
FREE STORY: Where to vote across southwest Qld this federal election
With pre-polling under way, find out where and when you can get your votes in before May 3 and on election day here.
Alfred set to dump up to 150mm, cause flash flooding in southwest
The wider Darling Downs hasn’t quite escaped the clutches of the backlash from Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred with the region set to receive up to 150mm in the next 24 hours, before settings its sights on the west. Here’s the latest.
Family’s anguish after rare disease, cancer claims beloved dad’s life
A man has been remembered for his love of pigging, a beer and bonfires with mates.
New study hub opens on the Western Downs to help prevent brain drain
Only 10.8 per cent of people in the Western Downs region has a bachelor’s degree or higher, but a new study hub is expected to help boost education in the region.
Record breaking crowds at Chinchilla’s Melon Rodeo
Chinchilla’s Melon Rodeo has boasted record breaking numbers with guests enjoying the festivities from the gate opening until deep into the night.
Snake bite victim ‘all for’ First Minutes Matter courses
A series of free LifeFlight trauma courses will be held across the Western Downs next month, encouraging residents to brush up on their important life saving skills. Find out more.
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