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.
Residents can expect to see the next ‘big thing’ in the Western Downs, with council sharing new details of Bell’s proposed ‘Big Blade’, which will be one of only three in the whole country. Here’s everything we know.
Devastated family and friends have paid tribute to beloved Dalby barber, business owner and former deputy mayor John Hart following his shock passing. See the touching words here.
A fleet of new Western Downs waste and recycling trucks have been unveiled, featuring new graphics to promote recycling, just months after it was revealed that Queenslanders have increased waste production at more than 500kg of rubbish per person each year.
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.
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