Mayor reflects on key issues facing Western Downs in 2025
After the highs and lows of 2024 which featured opposition to a major project and some fresh faces on council, Western Downs mayor Andrew Smith has looked back on his first year in the role.
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Revealed: Miracle bub crowned Western Downs’ cutest baby 2024
After eight long years trying to fall pregnant, Tiomi Nickolls never gave up hope and in May this year miracle baby Aksel was born. Now, following weeks of voting, the adorable bub has been crowned the Western Downs’ cutest baby.
Grim discovery in freezer of regional Qld ‘house of horrors’
The landlords of a southwest Queensland rental property made the stomach-churning discovery of dead cats in a freezer after a months-long legal battle to evict their ‘horror tenants’. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Words Out West to return for sixth year
Bibliophiles will have something to celebrate with a month-long readers and writers festival returning to the region. Find out more.
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Why man braved fire to save his car: ‘I couldn’t stand around to watch my friend die’
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.
One Long Table returns to Chinchilla for 2024
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.
Bell’s new 22 tonne ’Big Blade’ divides the community
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.
Enduring legacy: Chinchilla man remembered after horror crash
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.
Record crowds expected for Tara Festival of Culture & Camel Races
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.
Revealed: Snake catcher’s advice on staying safe before weather warms up
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.
Tributes flow for beloved Chinchilla local
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.
Revealed: Southwest Qld’s worst behaved state school students
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 attend Chinchilla’s first Polocrosse Nationals
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.
Two exciting days of science coming to Chinchilla State School
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.
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