Council $100k commitment to combat childcare shortage
A regional Queensland council is allocating big bucks to alleviate the impact of staff shortages at childcare centres in the region. Find out if you’re eligible for a bursary of up to $5000 here.
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Behind the scenes look inside Australia’s largest saleyards
At any given time, day or night, thousands of head of cattle are at the country’s largest saleyards, with more than 244,778 beasts sold last financial year. Take a look inside the Roma saleyards, a staple of the Maranoa economy.
‘Inspiring, and life-changing’: Dalby students make a difference in Cambodia
Dalby State High School students recently returned from a humanitarian project in Cambodia. See what they got up to here.
How to score tickets to outback Queensland’s hottest music event
Queensland Music Trails’ outback event is set to be a huge tourism boost for the area, and features a massive line-up of musical talent. Here’s how locals can get cheap tickets to the events.
‘Larger than life’: Beloved real estate agent, musician mourned
The life of Nigel ‘Nige’ Dwyer was one well lived, and filled with music, decency, honesty, love, dogs, horses and motorbikes.
Baby hospitalised after terrifying bathtub incident in Roma
A terrifying incident has seen a baby almost drown in a regional Queensland town and taken to hospital.
Southwest Queensland town’s water restrictions after multiple bores close
A Southwest Queensland town continues to face harsh water restrictions despite the majority of the state being inundated with water.
Iconic Queensland pub hits the market three years after devastating fire
After rebuilding an iconic Queensland pub following a devastating fire in 2019, a farming couple who came to the rescue has now decided to put the business on the market. Here’s how you could own a piece of history.
REVEALED: Who has been named South West Qld’s cutest babies?
At long last we can reveal where in the southwest region is home to the cutest baby girl and boy, with hundreds of adorable bubs nominated. See the winners and runners up here.
‘World’s best job’: Meet the most inspiring dance teachers of 2023
Whether parents wanted to recognise the impact these dance educators have had on their children or studios wanted to highlight the hard work of their employees, here are the dance teachers who have made a difference in the Darling Downs this year.
Battle is on for South West Qld’s most festive town
Two South West Queensland towns have embraced the Christmas spirit in a very festive way, with one council even offering up hundreds of Christmas lights to residents. See some of the most incredible displays here.
When boil water alert for regional Qld town could be lifted
The cause of a boil water alert for the regional Queensland town of Surat has been revealed, but it may not be lifted until after Christmas. DETAILS HERE.
Reliving history: Inside the epic trip to commemorate Cobb & Co’s last ride
The Maranoa region is preparing to celebrating 100 years since the final Cobb & Co coach service rolled through the dusty outback trails of Australia. Get a sneak peek into the celebrations in store here.
How country musician is capturing outback spirit one town at a time
Country musician Josh Arnold has made it his mission to capture the spirit of small country towns through song, while inspiring community spirit. Here’s his story.
How South West QLD police are helping youth get behind wheel
With employment and education opportunities limited for young people without a licence, here’s how regional police are helping youth get behind the wheel and reach their potential.
‘Don’t let the pain become bigger than the love’: How tragedy led to new life
After losing her 14-year-old son, a western Queensland mother’s grief has been eased by knowing that from her loss, other families around the state have been given hope through the miracle of organ donation.
Pinaroo Roma welcomes new affordable independent living units
Maranoa senior citizens have seen some reprieve from the regional housing crisis with Pinaroo Roma Inc unveiling their new affordable, independent living units project worth almost $5m. Find out more here.
Won in a horse race, Cunnamulla’s pride and joy now up for sale
A pivotal landmark region, Cunnamulla Newsagency is often referred to as the centre of town and has been listed for sale for the first time in almost seven decades. Take a look back at its rich history here.
Listed: Trick or treat streets around southwest Queensland
As spooky season is quickly upon us, it’s time to whip out your creepiest costume come October 31. Find the full list of addresses around southwest Queensland where you can trick or treat this Halloween here.
Outstanding health workers honoured at awards night
Following a lavish awards night with nearly 100 nominations, some of South West Health’s hardest working staff have been revealed. See the full list of finalists.
Parents fume over push to close eKindy pods across Queensland
After angry parents raised the alarm a remote kindergarten program would be shut down, the education minister has stepped in.
How our leaders will vote in Voice referendum
Ahead of this weekend’s Voice referendum, we’ve asked Maranoa community leaders the big question and their answers show they are as divided as the wider electorate. See their responses here.
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.
Roma icon claims major architecture award
An iconic Roma fixture has been awarded a prestigious architecture award at the industry’s night of nights in Toowoomba. Here’s what architects said was planned for the site in the near future.
100+ photos: Roma Show 2023 mega gallery
Check out all the fun from this year’s Roma Show, including some winning entries and displays. View the full gallery.
Roma Show 2023 Gallery
Check out all the action from Friday and Sunday of the Roma Show 2023 at Bassett Park. FULL GALLERY:
Roma mums celebrated this Mother’s Day
In honour of Mother’s Day, we spoke with some inspiring mums about their experience raising kids in the bush. Here’s a list of superhero mothers doing great things in our community as nominated by our readers.
Roma Show 2023: Your guide to what’s on for this year’s festivities
With a record number of dog show entries, this year’s Roma Show is set to be one for the ages. Here’s your complete guide to the event and how you can get involved.
‘Beyond a joke’: Locals demand Roma Condamine Rd upgrade
Residents are calling for drastic measures amid concerns that road trains are being forced to travel along major routes ‘narrower than a bike track’, with conditions so dangerous that crashes are happening weekly.
‘Popular sort of bloke’: Tributes for rugby league legend
A Queensland rugby league legend has been remembered as a loveable character both on and off the field, on the eve of his funeral this weekend.
Six people hospitalised after house fire
Paramedics took six people to hospital after responding to reports of smoke coming from the kitchen of a Roma home. Here’s what happened.
65+ photos: XXXX Races brings Easter cheer to Bassett Park
Check out all the glitz and glam captured on Saturday afternoon, April 8, at Roma’s Easter in the Country XXXX Race Day in our mega gallery.
Full gallery: Family fun at Roma street parade and country markets
Check out all the Easter in the Country fun from the street parade and country markets on Saturday morning, April 8, captured in our epic gallery.
Your ultimate guide to Roma’s Easter in the Country
There’s something for everyone at Roma’s premier Easter in the Country event. Check out what’s on this weekend, as well as business trading hours.
Roma community helps supermarket raise money for sick kids
Roma Woolworths and Roma Hospital have joined forces to deliver better healthcare to sick kids in the Maranoa this Easter. Here’s how your $2 donation will help locally.
Winner revealed: Roma’s cutest dog for 2023
After a nailbiting competition, Roma’s cutest dog for 2023 has been crowned from more than 60 nominations. Check out the top contenders here.
King request: Ambitious plan to get monarch to tree ceremony
A council situated in regional Queensland intends to plant a tree to commemorate the late Queen Elizabeth II – and they want the newly-appointed King there to witness the event.
Voting now open for Roma’s cutest dog 2023
Pet owners across the Maranoa region have nominated more than 60 adorable pups to be crowned Roma’s cutest dog for 2023. Vote for your top pick now.
Gallery: Maranoa Harmony Day 2023 celebrations
Last weekend hundreds of Maranoa residents gathered to celebrate inclusion and diversity at Harmony Day events at the Roma Butter Factory. Here’s all the photos and fun from the day.
Doctor shortage issue facing region not going away any time soon
Amid doctor shortages across the region and the struggle to retain locum doctors, South West Hospital and Health Service has devised an inventive way to resolve the problem. Here’s the full story.
Revealed: Meet the Maranoa women to celebrate
In honour of International Women’s Day, 25 of the region’s most inspiring women and girls have been recognised. Read their incredible stories here.
Roma Saints Juniors hit the big stage at Suncorp Stadium
The Roma Saints under-8s had big shoes to fill as they faced off against the Redcliffe Juniors at Suncorp Stadium. Here’s all the photos and details from the match.
My First Year 2023: Roma’s Preps celebrated
The Western Star’s My First Year Prep feature showcases all the cute students across the region in their first year of school. SEE THE PHOTOS HERE.
Ratios ranked: Most overcrowded southwest schools exposed
New data has revealed the most overcrowded school’s in South West Queensland, including how state school’s outrank Catholic school’s nationally. See where each school ranked on the list.
Gallery: Zonta International Women’s Day Breakfast 2023
Roma residents have been treated to an International Women’s Day breakfast and talk hosted by Zonta at the Roma Explorers Inn. Here’s all the fun and photos from the morning.
Woman hospitalised after serious fall near Roma
A woman in her 20s has been flown to hospital following a serious accident while riding horses near Roma.
Former barista turned constable joins Roma police
Fresh out of the police academy, meet Roma’s newest recruit who has traded making coffees for a life serving the Roma community. Find out why the former aspiring teacher changed the trajectory of his life.
New bike path network planned for Roma
More details about a proposed bike network in Roma have been revealed as the state government seeks further local input. Here’s what to expect.
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