A truckie who believed he was risking “a few nights in the tin” to deliver hay to struggling Queensland flood victims has revealed how he wants to inspire residents across the state to create change.
In a true David versus Goliath moment, Beaudesert truckie Kris Jennings has taken on the powers that be and won, receiving the all clear to deliver hay to outback residents hit hard by flooding.
A Thargomindah local says ‘resilience is built into the spirit of the town’ as residents look to recover in the wake of unprecedented destruction caused by record-breaking flooding.
A man looking for medical attention for his horse became stranded on a major western Queensland highway due to flash flooding as emergency services came to his rescue.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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