In a split-second decision, Western Downs man Greg Larsen risked his life to save his pride and joy, his prized 1965 XP Falcon, but suffered serious burns in the process. Here’s why he has LifeFlight to thank for coming to his rescue.
From Greek and Italian to traditional Indigenous Australian food there will be something for everyone at this year’s One Long Table. Find out more.
A regional Queensland town’s newest tourist attraction, a 67m, 22 tonne wind turbine blade, has been revealed but the ‘Big Blade’ in Bell has sliced opinions in the Western Downs community. Find out more.
The mother of a Chinchilla man who was tragically killed in a horror two-vehicle crash has thanked the community for their ongoing support three months after the crash that claimed the life of her son. FULL STORY.
The Tara Festival of Culture & Camel Races kicks off today and has continued to grow exceptionally, with organisers predicting another record breaking year. Find out more here.
A Western Downs snake catcher has reflected on his previous snake season, which kicked off in a surprising manner. Find out more and his top tips for staying safe here.
The Western Downs community is mourning the loss of Chinchilla and District Citizen of the Year Recipient Yvonne Wolski, who spent decades giving back to others. Read more here.
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.
Thousands of polocrosse players and supporters have been enjoying Chinchilla’s Polocrosse Nationals this week, with the event injecting significant money into the town. Find out more about the event here.
World Science Festival Queensland returns to Chinchilla this weekend providing a platform to engage audiences of all ages across two action-packed days. Find out more here.
Movie lovers will be able to enjoy a screening of the animated feature Teenage Kraken when the popular outdoor movies return to the Western Downs. Find out when and where here.
From working dogs to lapdogs and everything in between we’ve tallied your votes for Chinchilla’s cutest dog of 2024 and now we can reveal the winner. DETAILS HERE.
A 20-year-old woman suffered suspected spinal injuries when she was trampled after falling from a horse during a polocrosse match.
Members of the Chinchilla Aquatic Precinct Reference Group have been working with Western Downs Regional Council to provide input on the design brief of the new aquatic centre.
Last weekend’s Chinchilla Rodeo set the record for entry numbers in a National Rodeo Association event as hundreds turned out to pay tribute to a beloved businessman who tragically died in a horror Warrego Highway crash earlier this year.
The Chinchilla Show continues to go from strength to strength with high attendance numbers and show rides alongside Queensland’s biggest rodeo
The newly upgraded track and quality canteen offerings have been praised at Monday’s TAB meet, the second of the year. Find out more about the day here.
To keep up to date with all the latest news from around the Western Downs, you can add the Chinchilla News directly to your phone’s home screen. Here’s how.
More than 10,000 people are expected to descend on Tara in August for the annual camel-racing festival. Despite being months away organisers have been hard at work ensuring this year’s event is bigger and better than ever.
Veterans have shared their outrage over learning Queensland courts will open on Anzac Day out of ‘fairness’ to alleged criminals arrested the night before.
A Chinchilla pilot who last month set a world record for most take offs and landings in a single day has used the record setting plane he built himself to compete in a national flight competition.
From car crashes to rodeo spills, here’s what emergency crews responded to across the Western Downs this weekend.
The Western Downs Regional Council has revealed their portfolios after this year’s local government elections. Find out their new roles here.
A western Queensland race club is leading the way for women in the racing industry with an all-female committee for the first time in its history. Meet them all here.
Residents impacted by bushfires that devastated the Tara region now have roofs over their heads thanks to a number of modular homes.
Queensland parents are bracing for childcare cost increases of up to 10 per cent, with centres in at least 13 suburbs charging more than the hourly subsidy rate cap.
The cause of a devastating light plane crash that claimed the life of a well-known pilot late last year has been revealed, after authorities released an official statement.
It’s a quick-footed art not for the faint-hearted but North Qld father of two Harley Schofield says putting his body in the way of 800kg beasts makes him ‘feel on top of the world’.
From a rates rise to land revaluations and a multimillion-dollar capital works program to improve roads, these are the highlights from the latest Western Downs Regional Council budget.
From epic footy showdowns to fundraising events and drive-in movies, there’s a lot to do for the whole family on the Western Downs this weekend. See the full events list.
Police have provided a devastating update on the search and rescue mission for a missing Chinchilla man.
After a weekend of fun in the sun at the Chinchilla Show 2023, check out the full gallery here.
From smiling families to winning entries, check out all the photos snapped at this year’s Chinchilla Show.
A massive police operation targeting rural thefts, unlawful firearms and drugs has charged 16 people across the South Burnett and Western Downs with 178 offences.
After a long wait, Tara Shire State College has brought back the highly-anticipated school fete in hopes to lift community spirits. Everything you need to know.
A key road in Tara is just one across the Western Downs that has received an upgrade to reduce the impacts of flood damage and improve connectivity. See all the roadworks expected to be completed this year.
Chinchilla mum and former teacher Sue Cobb has shared some of her proudest and toughest moments through being a mother in the lead up to the anticipated day, as we celebrate all mothers in the region.
Residents are calling for drastic measures amid concerns that road trains are being forced to travel along major routes ‘narrower than a bike track’, with conditions so dangerous that crashes are happening weekly.
Visitors from all over Queensland were drawn to the Western Downs this weekend to indulge in internationally renowned artists and come together to celebrate 20 years of Opera at Jimbour. See all the photos from the magical event.
From an epic footy showdown in Dalby to an annual fishing comp in Miles, the long weekend is full of action-packed activities to entertain the whole family in the Western Downs. See the full list of events here.
Western Downs’ residents will have the chance to take part in workshops and attend an internationally renowned performance from a theatrical circus group in a bid to unite the community and offer people new opportunities.
From commemorative parades, Dawn Services and community breakfasts, the Western Downs will host a range of special events for Anzac Day to pay tribute to our soldiers past and present. See the full list of events here.
Residents in the Western Downs have been invited to attend a suicide prevention lunch in Condamine next week that aims to introduce a network of wellbeing strategies to the region.
Two police officers slain in a horror incident that shocked the nation have been commemorated in a newly unveiled memorial at Miles Police Station. Here’s why the community banded together to build the display.
After raising more than $4000 for the Miss Showgirl competition in Tara, Kennedy Stenzel is on her way to the Toowoomba Royal Show and will take part in the Darling Downs contest that will see her represent her beloved region.
Chinchilla pet owners have put forward their precious pups with over 40 nominations to crown the region’s cutest dog for 2023. Have your say and vote here.
The victim of a fatal stabbing that has shocked the country has been remembered by family and friends from Chinchilla as having a ’beautiful nature’ and being a son and brother who adored his family.
Roads throughout the Western Downs will receive the largest restoration works package in the state, following major flood damage from the past two years. See which roads will receive reconstructions here.
Western Downs’ residents will have the chance to provide feedback to council on facilities like pools and showgrounds at roundtables being held across the region this month. See when yours is being held.
The Chinchilla News’ My First Year Prep feature showcases all the cute students across the region in their first year of school. SEE THE PHOTOS HERE.
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