‘Absolute travesty’: The Western Downs farmer fighting gas drilling
A Western Downs farmer has sought government support to prevent gas drilling on his neighbouring property after claims that the Surat Gas Project had caused subsidence.
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Residents demand review, as $100m affordable housing project starts
Construction begins next week on a $100-million south East Queensland affordable housing project, despite opposition from locals and claims the ministerial approval was rushed through.
Health authorities raid Dalby tobacco stores, seize $100k in goods
Darling Downs Health is continuing to crack down on the illegal tobacco products conducting raids across Dalby this week, seizing more than $100,000 of loose leaf, imported cigarettes and vapes.
Watch the mini doco: Survivor’s fight for justice after harrowing rape
While walking home, a young woman was targeted by a teenage predator whose sickening acts changed her life forever. She’s now sharing her harrowing story in the hopes she can help other women speak out. WATCH THE MINI DOCO
How the battle for rape inclusion in youth crime reform unfolded
Following months of pressure, the Crisafulli Government has listened to Queenslanders, and its advisory panel, and ensured that the offence of rape would be one of five juvenile crimes included in the Making Queensland Safer Laws.
Driver tests positive to meth while on weed run
A series of people caught driving under the influence of drugs have faced Dalby Magistrates Court including one man who tested positive to methylamphetamine while delivering cannabis.
Man suffers ‘significant’ head injuries in rollover
A man has suffered “potentially life-threatening” injuries in a crash in the Western Downs region.
‘Shocking’: Dalby father attempts to splash blood on hospital staff
A Dalby father of three left hospital staff terrified after going on an expletive-filled rant and attempting to splash his blood on them after he was told that his surgery had been delayed, a court has been told.
‘65 too many’: Police plead with drivers planning their Easter trip
The past week has seen multiple serious crashes in our region and police fear the extra traffic on our road over Easter will heighten the risk of tragedy.
50+ Stars: Juniors shine bright at inaugural Kuhnemann Carnival
NEXT GEN: More than 40 junior league teams turned out for the first ever Kuhnemann Carnival. Check out our gallery of 50+ young league champions who shone at the Toowoomba event here.
‘History tells us’: Why Easter Holidays bring spike in fatal crashes
While Easter is a time to celebrate with family and friends, all that extra travel brings an increased risk of serious or fatal traffic crashes. Read how police are responding here.
‘Carnage’: Flood-hit kids share devastation with PM
Anthony Albanese has toured a family’s flood hit property, much to the delight of two young brothers who now face the prospect of repairing kilometres of fence to keep wild dogs out. SEE THE VIDEO
Sister’s heartbreak after human remains found near missing mum’s ute
The sister of missing mum Tayla Spies has vowed to “bring her home where she belongs” as the family awaits forensic testing results following the devastating discovery of human remains.
Minister stripped of responsibilities in wake of flood devastation
Disaster Recovery Minister Ann Leahy has been stripped of her community recovery responsibilities following a significant severe weather season that saw the state rocked by two major weather events.
Inland sea twice the size of Victoria: Pics show grim reality of Qld floods
NASA satellite footage shows just how much damage the widespread flooding has caused parts of Australia, with the deluge doubling the size of Victoria. SEE THE BEFORE AND AFTER SHOT
Inquiry into Queensland toddler’s murder delayed
A coroner’s inquiry into the death of a two-year-old, whose broken body lay forgotten in an unmarked grave for longer than she was alive, has been delayed while her alleged killer appeals his conviction.
Stalker ‘creep’ chased teen from Macca’s for almost an hour
A 43-year-old Dalby man who followed and chased an 18-year-old woman in his car during a terrifying ordeal has been called a ‘creep’ by a magistrate.
Serial pest threatened bottle shop customer because he ‘looked at him wrong’
A 50-year-old Dalby man with a history of trying to fight people over perceived disrespect has been chewed out in court.
Kick-off: Every TRL club ranked ahead of 2025 A-grade season
SEASON PREVIEW: We run the rule over every Toowoomba Rugby League A-grade squad and rank their finals hopes ahead of 2025 season kick-off.
School holidays ruined? Dianne deluge homes in on SEQ
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Dianne will lash South East Queensland with heavy rainfall on Wednesday, but will the clouds clear in time for the school holidays?
‘Walking a fine line’: Serial drug driver ordered off the road
A young Toowoomba mum who brazenly disregarded court orders by continuing to drive while suspended has learnt the hard way that a licence is a privilege, not a right.
Mum ‘loses control,’ hits son in the head
A Toowoomba region mother was sentenced for punching her child in the head three times after the 13-year-old tipped out her alcoholic drink and then refused to hand over his Xbox.
Machine gun preacher’s chilling new vow
Machine gun preacher Sam Childers is on a new mission and it’s one he says he is willing to die for. Warning, disturbing content
Premier’s overdue pledge to toughen Qld’s youth rape laws
After months of uncertainty, responsibility shifting, and pussyfooting, the Queensland Government has pledged to legislate harsher penalties for juvenile offenders convicted of rape.
Inside the tiny Qld town swallowed by unrelenting inland tsunami
An entire outback town is underwater after being smashed by record rainfall last week, as many other communities brace for the same.
Amazing Queensland records that’ll knock your jocks off
From the world’s tallest giraffe to the quickest time to put ten pairs of undies on – Queensland is home to some pretty cool world records. SEE THE LIST
9000 cases in 3 months: Flu cases surge as vax rates fall
Queenslanders are being warned to prepare for a horror flu season, with cases already 24 per cent higher than the same time last year and children some of the hardest hit.
‘You belong to me now’: How predator groomed countless children online
The terrifying and simple way a regional Queensland pedophile targeted countless children through social media was heard in court.
Migaroo: Rare albino gets crowds hopping to campsite
The mysterious marsupial is so rare, experts say they see one or two a year, as campers hop to a reserve to catch a glimpse
Sandbag depots prepped as Brisbane braces for days-long deluge
Brisbane City Council has prepared sandbag depots with residents warned to expect flooding as an outback Qld town records its highest rainfall total in 142 years.
‘Keep your mouth shut, it’s in your best interest’: Magistrate scolds serial bail breaker
A young Dalby man laughed at police when they asked him why he had breached his bail 13 times, but he wasn’t laughing after a magistrate told him to shut his mouth
Woman’s whopping 98 charges after alleged refund scam
A woman will front Dalby Magistrates Court on 98 charges after an alleged four-year long crime spree across SEQ.
‘Historic’: Toowoomba selected to host Olympic Equestrian events
It’s real — in 2032 Toowoomba will officially join cities like London, Paris, Los Angeles and Sydney as the host of equestrian events at the Olympic Games.
Toilet terrorist back before court after knives found in vehicle
A Dalby dad who attempted to blow up a public toilet with a homemade bomb in 2023 has again faced court after providing police with an unlikely excuse for having knives in his car.
WATCH: Hoon terrorises quiet street with 4am burnouts
The screeching tyres and billowing smoke woke up the neighbour with residents suspecting the culprit lived nearby.
Photos show chilling find at US Wieambilla accused’s house
Prosecutors fighting to allow Australian police to give evidence in the upcoming trial of Donald Day, who is linked to the Wieambilla massacre, say the cases have chilling similarities.
Gallery: All the action from exciting Walker Weekend Challenge
ACTION GALLERY: Did we spot you at the Walker Weekend Challenge? Check out all the action from the massive junior rugby league tournament here.
History-making Olympian set for regional Queensland tour
A history-making Olympic medallist is ready to help the next generation of Queensland athletes. We reveal where you can meet him and how he will shape future of a huge sporting community.
Dalby man rushed to hospital following snake bite
A man in his 30s has been rushed to Dalby Hospital after being bitten on the foot by a snake. DETAILS
Watch: Drug driver evades police, speeds wrong way up highway
Police have arrested a driver allegedly high on meth, driving the wrong way into oncoming traffic on one of the busiest highways in the state. WATCH THE VIDEO
245 calls: Jealous DV thug stalks ex after break-up
A southwest Queensland woman locked herself up at home for days after her ex-partner began an “onslaught” of harassment where he stalked the woman at social events, at home, and at work.
WATCH: Lambo driver instantly loses licence on country road
A Gold Coast Lamborghini speedster caught travelling at deadly speed has learnt the hard way his $500,000 machine cannot outpace the law.
Police officer scared to leave her home after man’s violent threats
A young Queensland man has been sentenced after he launched a nine-month campaign of intimidation against a police officer which left her scared to leave her home.
Models and designers to showcase their talents at second annual Toowoomba Fashion Festival
The second annual Toowoomba Fashion Festival will kick off this Saturday and is expected to bring thousands of dollars to the region and provide pathways for local creatives.
Creep list: Toowoomba men you need to stay away from
Here’s a list of Darling Downs men to avoid who were caught committing a range of creepy crimes such as peeping in showers, showing girls their penises, public masturbation romps, and other gross crimes.
Revealed: The 40 U13 stars to watch at Walker Weekend comp
The Walker Weekend – one of Toowoomba’s premier junior league tournaments – kicks off this weekend. With the region’s best under-13 players in action here’s our look at the stars to watch.
Worst Queensland areas for mortgage arrears
Soaring mortgage costs have pushed thousands of Queenslanders to the brink of defaulting on their loans. See who is the hardest hit.
Highway closed after quad bike and vehicle collide
A quad bike rider is in the hands of paramedics and a major highway is closed following a crash in the Southern Downs.
Toowoomba footy player pleads guilty to sexual assault
The profound ramifications of a regional Queensland rugby league player who sexually assaulted a woman have been revealed, as the young man was sentenced for his crimes.
Mum hung body out of car in ‘celebration’ of wild cop chase
A Toowoomba woman spent her child’s first birthday behind bars after two years of stolen car chases, drug possession, home invasions and resisting arrest.
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