Save our scones: Bold plan revealed to safeguard country shows
Scones, slices and cakes are the “stable foundations” of all country agricultural shows — now three societies are building a movement they believe will safeguard them into the future.
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Massive crowds expected for biennial Melon Rodeo
Dozens of bull riders will put on a show this Friday at the biennial Melon Rodeo, an event which kicks off an exciting weekend of celebrations for Chinchilla.
Western Downs residents with diabetes to benefit from new care business
Residents of the Western Downs who need help and support to manage their diabetes will no longer need to drive to Toowoomba after the opening of a new business. DETAILS.
New $36m Western Downs aged care facility set to open
After five years and an investment of $36m a new aged care facility will soon open and is expected to have far reaching positive outcomes for the Western Downs community. Find out more here.
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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.
‘Heartbreaking’: Chinchilla charity forced to close op shop
A Chinchilla charity has been forced to downsize its services in the face of volunteer shortages. Find out more.
Pies to pipes, tarts to darts: Community reaction to bakery closure
A new smoke shop and convenience store has opened at the site of what was the only bakery in this Western Downs’ town, with residents expressing mixed opinions on the new business. Find out more.
Who’s running in Warrego? Meet your 2024 election candidates
Voters in Warrego can expect to see seven names on their ballot paper on October 26. With candidates from multiple parties, and an independent, get to know your options before voting opens.
Dalby pugilist goes toe-to-toe with Europe’s number one
In a true David versus Goliath moment, Dalby’s Judd Alderton faced off against Europe’s’ number one boxer at a major tournament in Germany. Find out more here.
Lengthy wait Dalby parents face for childcare revealed
Two Dalby daycare providers say mandatory staffing ratios, cost of living pressures and population growth have left their wait list at their highest. Find out more.
Your ultimate guide to every gun club in Queensland
A new public shooting gallery catering to unlicensed shooters as young as 11 has opened as firearm sports experience a surge in popularity. See our exclusive list of all gun clubs in Queensland.
Man flown to hospital after nasty fall from horse
A Western Downs man has been flown to hospital after falling from a horse on Thursday. Find out more.
Meet four of the Western Downs’ most inspiring rural women
We put the call out for the Western Downs’ most inspiring rural women and received dozens of replies. Hear the story of four women contributing to their rural communities.
‘A great deterrent’: Jandowae and Miles business owners for security camera investment
Despite small populations and relatively low crime rates, business owners from Miles and Jandowae have expressed their support for a $40,000 investment into CCTV on the towns’ main streets. Hear from some of the business owners.
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