Big Skies attendees recycle 20,000 cans for a good cause
A Western Downs disability support organisation has received a sizeable donation after thousands of cans were recycled from the Big Skies Festival.
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Dalby Saleyards ranks among best performing in Australia
Almost 200,000 head of cattle were sold at the Dalby Saleyards in 2024 with the yard maintaining its top three placement in Australia. Here’s how you can take a look at the inner workings of the saleyards.
Familiar face celebrates 50 years at Johnson’s Dalby Motor Group
Starting work at the Dalby business at the age of 15, Mark Thompson says he has seen the car industry change significantly after spending 50 years in the field.
‘Voice of an angel’: Tributes flow for beloved musician
The South West Queensland music community is in mourning after the death of popular Toowoomba musician Luke Nash. DETAILS.
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Man injured in single-vehicle crash on Western Downs highway
A man who suffered head injuries in a single-vehicle crash may have fallen asleep behind the wheel when his car swerved off the road. Find out more.
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.
Community members to submit injunction to stop Thomas Jack Park development
Members of the We Love TJ Park and Save Thomas Jack Park committees were out in force at the weekend, protesting Western Downs Regional Council’s plan to build a cultural centre in the park.
Dalby boxer best in the country for second year running
Judd Alderton and Joshua ‘JJ’ Hassan have continued their hot streak taking home gold and silver in their weight classes at the Australian Schools Boxing Championships in Perth. Find out more.
Woman rushed to hospital after dog bite
A woman has been taken to hospital after she was bitten on the leg by a dog on the street near the Chinchilla CBD. Find out more.
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.
Fresh lick of paint has Tara Rugby Club looking like new
More than 30 years after selecting the panther logo for the Tara and District Rugby League Football Club, artist Graeme ‘Graz’ McCullough has returned to paint it on their clubhouse.
‘It’s a journey’: How a blood test saved Qld man from prostate cancer
A Dalby prostate cancer survivor is encouraging men to get regular check-ups, after a simple blood test saved his life. Find out more about Tony McIlveen’s journey.
Thief steals children’s clothes from Western Downs charity
A Western Downs charity says it has been targeted by thieves at least five times in the past year, with two bags of children’s clothes being stolen at the weekend. Find out more.
‘Worst I’ve ever seen it’: Rental crisis drives families into tents
As property investors celebrate low vacancy rates in the Western Downs, people are being forced to sleep in cars, tents and shelters in the dead of winter. This is the reality of our region’s rental crisis.
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