FULL GALLERY: Roma State College students stun at formal
Roma State College’s year 12 cohort glowed as they posed for photos as they entered their formal at Bassett Park. SEE THE FULL GALLERY.
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‘Still got a job to do’: Inside Cities A-grade grand final preparation
Two days out from the A-grade grand final, Cities Gladiator’s coach Frank Saunders shares which stars to look out for, and revealed the match might be the last for a much-loved player.
5000+ FACES: Qld’s ultimate race day galleries
There has been endless rain, searing heat and everything in between, but it hasn’t stopped Queenslanders from getting to the races. SEE ALL THE PHOTOS
Revealed: When global phenomenon ParkRun will start in Surat
A small South West Queensland township is set to be just the second in the region to boast a ParkRun, thanks to the efforts of local school teachers.
League legend shows support for Roma club’s NRL aspirations
Rugby league legend Darren Lockyer has voiced his support for his former club’s efforts to bring high-profile games to regional towns, with plans being formulated to bring bigger games to western Qld.
Rural Qld classroom inundated with postcards after viral social media post
A rural classroom in South West Queensland is receiving unprecedented volumes of mail, after a callout for postcards as a geography learning aid went viral.
‘I’d be fertiliser’: Qld man’s moo-ving donation to his heroes
A Maranoa resident has relived the harrowing details of the day he almost lost his life were it not for the heroic actions of the Roma-based LifeFlight aeromedical team. Here’s how he has repaid them
‘Fix that intersection first’: Your say on council’s stalemate with developer
With Maranoa Regional Council and a developer locked in a stalemate over plans for a new coffee outlet, the community has shared their thoughts on the situation, and what they might like to see on the vacant block.
Bringing home the bacon: Roma butcher a cut above at competition
One of Roma’s own has won gold at a regional event that saw him slice and dice his way through the competition. Find out how the sausage is made, and what goes into being a champion butcher.
Truck pull event breaks new ground with women-only event
A Queensland small town’s biennial truck pull competition is back and better than ever, and for the first time introducing a women’s competition.
Tickets on sale for three-day steam rail ride across the southwest
Lovers of old world travel can book tickets on this unique steam rail ride across the Darling Downs and Maranoa regions.
‘He is very missed’: Hundreds pay tribute to young motocross rider
As the South West Queensland community continues to mourn the devastating death of a beloved young motocross star, thousands of dollars have been raised for a cause close to their heart. DETAILS.
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‘I’d do it all again’: Meet the one in a 1000 chance baby
The odds were stacked against little Alfie from the start – but this family found a way through.
Ball for a cause: How a night out can support regional students
A ball in a regional Queensland town is set to help regional students continue to call the town home through their studies. Find out how you can help.
Revealed: Southwest Qld’s worst behaved state school students
After analysing dozens of southwest Queensland state schools and their annual student behaviour data, we can reveal who has the worst behaved. SEARCH THE FULL LIST.
Rate rises, operating deficit: Mixed support from councillors for new budget
Maranoa Regional Council has handed down their budget for the 2024-25 financial year that forecasts a deficit, rate hikes and less capping, which is promised to support the region’s long term future. However not all councillors agree. DETAILS.
Southwest town wins major accolade
The public have spoken and a southwest Queensland town has been crowned the state’s top tourism town. It will now go on to represent Queensland at the national awards.
Growing up in Hotel Corones: Author’s debut novel trip down memory lane in regional town
The daughter of publicans of Charleville’s iconic Hotel Corones, Sarah Todman has met some fascinating people. Now, she’s used her experience to shape her debut novel.
Roma Hospital site set to be safe for repurposing in matter of months
The site of the old Roma hospital is still vacant almost three years after it was demolished, but there are finally plans on the horizon. Find out more here.
Mayoral robes and highway speeds on council’s agenda
The Maranoa Regional Council has made some big decisions about the budget, highway speeds, and even ceremonial robes were on the table. FIND OUT MORE.
VOTING OPEN: Have your say on South West Queensland’s best coffee
Whether you’re a casual coffee drinker or have a full blown caffeine addiction, nothing beats the perfect cup of coffee. Vote for your favourite cafe in our poll now.
Newly-elected Qld mayor mourns loss of husband, respected businessman
A small Queensland community is in mourning following the death of respected business figure Peter Taylor, who has been remembered as ‘a great mate to many’.
Notorious intersection records another prang
Traffic was brought to a standstill after a two-car crash at a notorious Roma intersection. SEE THE PHOTOS.
‘It means safety, security’: Residents move in to Charleville social housing
Social housing in an outback Queensland town is helping resident’s find their feet, and providing jobs.
SURVEY: Streets you can trick or treat on in the southwest for Halloween 2023
We’re on the hunt to locate the southwest streets participating in Halloween trick or treating this year. Submit your street here.
Hefty $38k price tag for new Christmas tree
Councillors have upped the ante ahead of this year’s Maranoa Christmas Street Party with plans to purchase a pricey $38,000 Christmas tree, after the previous tree was destroyed by vandals.
Loved Qld ‘Nana’ dies after tragic crash on way to wedding
An 81-year-old Maryborough woman, who died after a crash in the Maranoa region, has been identified as a beloved matriarch who was travelling to a family wedding when tragedy struck.
Next steps for wind farming in the Maranoa revealed
Following community outcry over the wind farming industry expanding into the Maranoa region, councillors have discussed new planning rules to tighten future projects. Details here.
Aus Post’s touching postcard initiative to combat loneliness
In an effort to ‘brighten lives’ Australia Post has teamed up with Beyond Blue to deliver 4m prepaid postcards to encourage rural Australians to check in with friends and loved ones.
Roma Saleyards set to host charity sale
The Roma Saleyards’ has committed to donating 50 per cent of the live weight and open auction selling fees at their next cattle sale. Here’s all you need to know.
LIST: Meet the Maranoa’s next generation farmers
The Maranoa region is known for its thriving cattle industry and sprawling paddocks, so it’s only fitting to celebrate the many faces behind the beef-producing region. See who made the list.
Mega gallery: Roma State College seniors wow during formal arrivals
Students scrubbed up well as they brought the glitz and glam to the Roma State College year 12 senior formal last Friday night. Check out all the photos.
95+ photos: Roma State College formal 2023
Students dazzled as they arrived at the Roma Explorers Inn last Friday night for the Roma State College Year 12 formal. View the gallery.
New housing plans for Surat revealed
Maranoa Regional Council has confirmed plans to negotiate with the state government for more land to build houses on in Surat, a town completely landlocked by a state-owned trade route.
Community leaders unite over wind farming concerns
Following concerns of the potential impacts of wind farms on landholders and regional communities, Maranoa Regional Council is hosting a public forum for residents and neighbouring councils to ‘get on the front foot’ as the industry expands.
LIST: 20 highest selling residential properties in Maranoa region
A Maranoa home that sold for more than $1m has topped the region’s list of highest valued properties sold in the past 12 months. See which properties made the list.
Outback dad spends Father’s Day in hospital with greatest gift
Each week for the past three months, a Roma dad has got in his car for the 500km drive to Brisbane to visit his son, who was born 13 weeks early weighing less than a tub of butter. Here’s why this year’s Father’s Day was a ‘blessing’.
New tech last chance to save critically endangered Qld wombat
With only a few hundred left in the world, a multilateral conservation project in the Balonne Shire is working to save one of the world’s rarest mammals, deploying ground-breaking technology to save the ‘shy and skittish’ creatures.
‘You wonder why’: First responder haunted by fatal plane crash seeks closure
Four decades after a plane fell out of the sky, instantly killing all 12 on board, the man who found the wreckage has broken his silence on the fateful night that haunts him to this day, and the search for the truth.
PHOTOS: Families gather for 40 year anniversary of Adavale plane crash
More than 80 relatives of the 12 people who died in the Adavale plane crash gathered to remember the boys 40 years on in a touching ceremony.
‘Up the Maggies!’ Mitchell rallies behind team ahead of historic final
Mitchell has painted the town black and white ahead of this weekend’s massive grand final event, proving that nothing can stop the tiny town’s mighty mark on regional rugby league.
Investigation underway after heavy metals found in hospital drinking water
An audit is underway at several southwest hospitals after low levels of heavy metals were found in the drinking water, with staff now relying on bottled water for tasks including cooking and bathing infants.
Roma’s cutest baby winner revealed
The competition was fierce this year with dozens of beautiful bubs nominated for Roma’s cutest baby of 2023. See the winner along with the other adorable faces that made the top eight here.
200km to access banking: Leaders slam $4bn bank’s ‘grim’ decision
Community leaders have lashed out after NAB announced branch closures in regional Queensland which has left one town without a bank, calling into question the future of regional banking.
Bassett Park gets green light for footy-friendly upgrade
After being on the cards for two years, Bassett Park has finally been approved to commence their $40k upgrade which will help the venue become more football-friendly. Here’s what residents can expect.
Fears of town firebug as fiery blaze claims second historical building
Community leaders fear a fire bug may be behind the destruction of a historical church overnight, it comes just one month after the devastating Romavilla winery blaze.
VOTE NOW: Help crown Roma’s cutest baby for 2023
Parents and guardians across the region have sent in dozens of adorable nominations in a bid for their bub to be crowned Roma’s cutest baby for 2023. See all the nominations here and cast your vote.
Car crashes drive rescue chopper’s record-breaking year
Roma LifeFlight has released their yearly report which shows a record-breaking number of rescue missions completed by the aeromedical chopper team. Here’s the full break down.
Chinchilla student performing on the world stage
A Chinchilla high school student sharing his musical gift on tour in Scotland says he was first inspired by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra when they visited his hometown, with the orchestra set to tour the southwest again next month.
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