How to support Western Downs charities giving back this festive season
With many families strugging to put food on the table and presents under the tree amid the cost of living crisis, here’s how you can give back to those in need.
Community
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.
Revealed: Western Downs’ best performing NAPLAN schools
Two Western Downs schools have cracked the NAPLAN top three within the South West across both year 5 and year 9. Find out more here.
Thousands get in festive spirit for Dalby Christmas Street Party’s return
After a five-year absence, the return of the Dalby Christmas Street Party saw a 1000 more people in attendance than initially forecast. Find out more.
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‘Men talk shoulder-to-shoulder not face-to-face’: Mental health in focus at Dalby Men’s Shed
Men’s shed members, councillors, police, mental health and charity organisations met in Dalby for an important cause. Find out more.
Second man rescued from Western Downs flood waters
A second man has been rescued from flood water after his car was swept from the same Western Downs road that was the scene of another dramatic resuce hours earlier. Find out more.
Sneak peek at Tara Hospital before official opening
Western Downs residents will get the opportunity to tour Tara’s brand new 12-bed hospital equipped at a special community day. Find out more here.
Southwest under water after 48-hour deluge
Western Queensland’s hammering has continued overnight with flash flooding impacting rural communities. Here’s the latest forecast.
GALLERY: All the arrivals for Dalby Christian College’s 2024 formal
The graduating class of Dalby Christian College for 2024 rocked up in style to their formal this year. FULL GALLERY.
Community groups to benefit from $50,000 in grants
Community groups, charities, sporting clubs, schools and other not-for-profit organisations who do so much for the Western Downs have received a leg up thanks to the latest round of Arrow Energy grants.
Moo and Brew crowds brave heat for cold beers and delicious food
The third annual Moo and Brew Festival has been hailed a success with more than 700 visitors enjoying the festivities. Find out more.
Beef farmers open Western Downs’ first glamping experience
Beef farmers Nick and Kate Boshammer have opened the region’s first glamping accommodation, situated on the banks of the Condamine River. Here’s why they’re hoping to see the trend pick up in the Western Downs.
Crews battle five day blaze near Wieambilla
More than 900ha has been destroyed near Wieambilla with crews battling a fire for the past five days. Find out more.
LNP called on to honour election promise to protect Murray Darling Basin
An environmental group is calling for the LNP to honour their election promise to protect the Murray Darling Basin from gas companies, as one landholder reveals the impact coal seam gas has had on their farm. FULL STORY.
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