Our Journalists

Lachlan Onions is a sports reporter for The Toowoomba Chronicle and CODE Sports. Originally from Brisbane, Lachlan studied a Bachelor of Communication with a major in journalism at the University of the Sunshine Coast. After spending two years studying, he began his career as a cadet sports reporter for The Border Watch in Mount Gambier, where he spent 18 months developing his craft before returning to Queensland.

@onionslachlan

Lachlan Onions

Latest

Sport

REVEALED: The next generation of Darling Downs boxing superstars

Every year, more and more Darling Downs boxers make their mark on the national and international stage. We shine a light on some of the future stars of boxing in the region.

Sport

Meet the 75+ young guns set to star for the Darling Dingoes

The Century Cricket season is just around the corner so what better time to check out our profiles of the 75+ juniors who will play for the Darling Dingoes in 2024.

Sport

When you can watch Toowoomba’s Paralympians in action

With the Paralympics kicking off this week, take a look at the Paralympians flying the flag for Toowoomba in Paris and when you can watch them compete.

Sport

’Immensely proud’: Captains’ delight after Downs Rugby titles

It was an unforgettable day of action at Clive Berghofer Stadium on Saturday, with the Dalby Wheatmen, Toowoomba Bears, Goondiwindi Emus and Gatton Black Pigs all tasting premiership glory. See what all the captains had to say here.

Local Sport

TRL STARS: We reveal the players who will shape premiership race

REVEALED: The star male and female players and hidden gems who will shape the Toowoomba Rugby League premiership race. Find out who cracked the list from your club here.

Sport

REVEALED: The 25+ stars who will shape Downs Rugby premierships

After months of blood, sweat and tears, the 2024 Downs Rugby grand final day is upon us. Take a look at the players set to star for your club as well as the potential opposition danger players here.

Local Sport

GPS First XV rugby: Rd 6 wonders in Team of the Week latest

With nine tries between them, three forwards from BBC, BSHS and TGS made the round 6 GPS First XV Team of the Week. Full side here.

Sport

Humble teen caps meteoric rise with NRL debut for Dragons

A coaching mentor reflects on the NRL debut of Lyhkan King-Togia, the young Dragon who is already drawing comparisons with a former Origin star.

Sport

Tale of two halves in wild Western Clydesdales Hostplus Cup clash

The Western Clydesdales faced off with the Mackay Cutters in a clash where the first half and second half could not be more different. Check out the biggest talking points from the game here.

Sport

Coolaroo coach blown away after incredible cancer fundraiser

Coolaroo men’s head coach and sponsorship co-ordinator Miels Grice was left blown away by the efforts of the AFLQ Darling Downs community in their recent Kick for Cancer fundraiser. Find out the staggering amount they raised here.

Original URL: https://www.thechronicle.com.au/journalists/lachlan-onions/page/8