Family’s anguish after rare disease, cancer claims beloved dad’s life
A man has been remembered for his love of pigging, a beer and bonfires with mates.
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New study hub opens on the Western Downs to help prevent brain drain
Only 10.8 per cent of people in the Western Downs region has a bachelor’s degree or higher, but a new study hub is expected to help boost education in the region.
Record breaking crowds at Chinchilla’s Melon Rodeo
Chinchilla’s Melon Rodeo has boasted record breaking numbers with guests enjoying the festivities from the gate opening until deep into the night.
Snake bite victim ‘all for’ First Minutes Matter courses
A series of free LifeFlight trauma courses will be held across the Western Downs next month, encouraging residents to brush up on their important life saving skills. Find out more.
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Ranked: How every South West Qld school performed in 2024 NAPLAN
The nailbiting wait is over for Queensland schools that participated in NAPLAN testing in 2024. See which South West Queensland schools performed best. SEE THE RESULTS.
Revealed: Western Downs’ favourite hairdresser 2024
The votes are in and residents across the Western Downs have revealed who they think is their favourite hairdresser. See who made the cut.
Festive cheer to light up the Western Downs
After five years the Dalby Christmas Street Party will return next Thursday, kicking off a month of festive events across the region. Find out more.
Callide MP opens satellite office in Chinchilla
Western Downs residents based in the Callide electorate will now have greater access to their MP with a satellite office now up and running. Find out more.
Fire crews suspect foul play in Western Downs blazes
Fire crews are suspecting that two fires which continue to burn near Kogan and Weranga were deliberately lit.
Carp diem: Fishers to seize the day during carp-busting event
Anglers across the Western Downs will be casting for a cause this month in an effort to reduce carp number in the region’s waterways.
Why Qld gun ownership has soared over last five years
Latest figures reveal there has been an almost 30 per cent increase in the number of registered firearms in Queensland in just under five years.
Champion melon growers aiming for 100kg monster for MelonFest
With just three melon growers left in Chinchilla, the Davies family say they are planning on ensuring the title of Big Melon stays local, with their crop of water melons now in the ground ahead of the 2025 MelonFest.
Coroner reveals ‘freak’ reason pilot was killed in regional Qld crash
The 32-year-old regional Queenslander was the first person to die from a similar crash in the same aircraft since 2008, sparking a major investigation.
LNP’s Bryson Head re-elected in landslide victory
The LNP’s Bryson Head has been re-elected for a second term with plans to tackle health care, youth crime, water security and roads. Find out more.
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