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Honky Tonk Queens take over Injune

The Injune community turned out in full force for a spectacular night of music, nostalgia and local pride as Amber Joy Poulton and The...

Jandowae cooks transform passion for flavour

Jandowae Multipurpose Health Service cooks are bringing new life to mealtimes, thanks to their participation in the Maggie Beer Foundation program, which is reshaping...

Emergency Alert for Chinchilla

This is an EMERGENCY WARNING message from the Western Downs Local Disaster Management Group. Major flooding is happening now in Charleys Creek. Residents in low-lying areas...

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Riders, broncs, and bulls shine

The Wallumbilla Showgrounds came alive on 7 March as the Wallumbilla Rodeo delivered a full day of fast-paced action, attracting a record number of...

Roos round 2 washed out

The Goondiwindi Roos were forced to wait another week in their search for their first win of the season after their scheduled match against...

Macpherson to make run on debut

Former Goondiwindi Emus junior Toby Macpherson will take the next major step in his rugby career this weekend, earning his first run-on start for...

Hell of the west a blazing success

The 35th annual Hell of the West (HOTW) Triathlon was held last weekend in Goondiwindi, with the race attracting top professional athletes, along with almost...

Hell of the west a blazing success

The 35th annual Hell of the West (HOTW) Triathlon was held last weekend in Goondiwindi, with the race attracting top professional athletes, along with almost...

Young Guns light up Gunsynd Park

A strong crowd turned out for the annual Young Guns Race Day at Gunsyd Park last month, with competitive fields and exciting finishes headlining...

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Heavy rainfall continues

Heavy rainfall continues, as major flooding happens throughout the region. This is a flood WATCH AND ACT message from Western Down Regional Council. Flooding...

Focus on fabulous ferns

Who else can feel a bit of autumn in the air? Following on from last week, we’re focussing again on bringing the green outside...

Railway stations across the region

Railway stations were key to the growth of towns across the region. The Dalby Railway Station opened on 16 April 1868. In December 1867, plans...

New mobile prostate cancer testing program launches

Heart of Australia and It’s A Bloke Thing Foundation are partnering to deliver a new mobile prostate cancer testing program launches in Miles this...

Strong crops, weak prices, and global sugar glut

The 2026 sugar season is unfolding against a backdrop of strong crop potential in key producing regions, which is overshadowed by a persistent global...

New police officers join the Darling Downs ranks

More than 100 new constables were sworn into the Queensland Police Service on 26 February. The graduating cohort brings the total number of...

Six lives lost in five days prompts an urgent road safety plea

The Queensland Police Service is urging motorists to take greater care on roads following a tragic week, with six lives lost in five days. These...

Report finds hope and urgency for rare farm animals

Australia’s rare farm animals are showing signs of recovery but remain at risk, according to the Rare Breeds Trust of Australia’s 2025 livestock census. The...

More sizzling great times for Yuleba

Yuleba’s Garth Cox Park will continue to provide more great times with recent upgrades to its barbecue facilities. As part of the Yuleba Community...

Goondiwindi Girl Guides celebrate World Thinking Day

The Goondiwindi Girl Guides marked a very special milestone on 22 February, celebrating 100 years of World Thinking Day with a fun-filled day of...