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.
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Rate rises, operating deficit: Mixed support from councillors for new budget
Maranoa Regional Council has handed down their budget for the 2024-25 financial year that forecasts a deficit, rate hikes and less capping, which is promised to support the region’s long term future. However not all councillors agree. DETAILS.
Southwest town wins major accolade
The public have spoken and a southwest Queensland town has been crowned the state’s top tourism town. It will now go on to represent Queensland at the national awards.
Growing up in Hotel Corones: Author’s debut novel trip down memory lane in regional town
The daughter of publicans of Charleville’s iconic Hotel Corones, Sarah Todman has met some fascinating people. Now, she’s used her experience to shape her debut novel.
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Flashback gallery: Look back on a decade of Roma school formals
Get ready to be transported back in time as we’ve unearthed a decade of Roma formal photos dating all the way back to 2010. See the fashions of formals’ past in our mega 180+ photo flashback gallery.
New head doctor’s plan to tackle ‘unprecedented challenges’
Southwest health has revealed their new head doctor and how he plans to bring innovation, diversity and sustainability to the region. Here’s his remarkable story.
SURVEY: Streets you can trick or treat on in the southwest for Halloween 2023
We’re on the hunt to locate the southwest streets participating in Halloween trick or treating this year. Submit your street here.
Hefty $38k price tag for new Christmas tree
Councillors have upped the ante ahead of this year’s Maranoa Christmas Street Party with plans to purchase a pricey $38,000 Christmas tree, after the previous tree was destroyed by vandals.
Loved Qld ‘Nana’ dies after tragic crash on way to wedding
An 81-year-old Maryborough woman, who died after a crash in the Maranoa region, has been identified as a beloved matriarch who was travelling to a family wedding when tragedy struck.
Next steps for wind farming in the Maranoa revealed
Following community outcry over the wind farming industry expanding into the Maranoa region, councillors have discussed new planning rules to tighten future projects. Details here.
Aus Post’s touching postcard initiative to combat loneliness
In an effort to ‘brighten lives’ Australia Post has teamed up with Beyond Blue to deliver 4m prepaid postcards to encourage rural Australians to check in with friends and loved ones.
Roma Saleyards set to host charity sale
The Roma Saleyards’ has committed to donating 50 per cent of the live weight and open auction selling fees at their next cattle sale. Here’s all you need to know.
LIST: Meet the Maranoa’s next generation farmers
The Maranoa region is known for its thriving cattle industry and sprawling paddocks, so it’s only fitting to celebrate the many faces behind the beef-producing region. See who made the list.
Mega gallery: Roma State College seniors wow during formal arrivals
Students scrubbed up well as they brought the glitz and glam to the Roma State College year 12 senior formal last Friday night. Check out all the photos.
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