The Western Downs’ best of 2024
From the Western Downs’ cutest baby to best pub meal these are the ‘Best Ofs’ for 2024. Find out more
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Your guide to what’s open this festive season
With the festive season upon us, here is your guide to what stores are open across the region. Find out more
Revealed: Miracle bub crowned Western Downs’ cutest baby 2024
After eight long years trying to fall pregnant, Tiomi Nickolls never gave up hope and in May this year miracle baby Aksel was born. Now, following weeks of voting, the adorable bub has been crowned the Western Downs’ cutest baby.
Emergency services respond to Western Downs car fire
Emergency services responded to a car fire in Tara overnight that was caused by an ever-increasing threat.
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Beloved cafe celebrates two years serving the community
A beloved Western Downs cafe has thanked the community for their continued support as they celebrate their second anniversary while hosing down rumours of its closure.
Chinchilla growers wilt as region relinquishes claim to melon crown
One of the three remaining Chinchilla melon growers says the Western Downs town that is synonymous with the fruit can no longer able to claim the melon crown. Here’s why.
Fire cameras the latest tech in battle against bushfires
A series of cameras have been used to battle a blaze in the Barakula State Forest, with QPWS rangers saying they will be crucial for the upcoming bushfire season. Find out more
Fire crews suspect foul play in Western Downs blazes
Fire crews are suspecting that two fires which continue to burn near Kogan and Weranga were deliberately lit.
Carp diem: Fishers to seize the day during carp-busting event
Anglers across the Western Downs will be casting for a cause this month in an effort to reduce carp number in the region’s waterways.
Why Qld gun ownership has soared over last five years
Latest figures reveal there has been an almost 30 per cent increase in the number of registered firearms in Queensland in just under five years.
‘Local solutions for local problems’: How the Western Downs tackled youth crime
A multi-pronged approach to reducing youth crime in the Western Downs has paid dividends, with police reporting a ‘significant’ drop in juvenile offending. Here’s how they did it.
Kaimkillenbun’s population to swell for third Moo and Brew Festival
More than 800 guests are set to descend upon Kaimkillenbun on for the third annual Moo and Brew Festival, a celebration of all things beef and beer. Find out more.
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