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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...

’I’m buggered’: Leader quits Nats’ top job

Nationals leader and Maranoa MP David Littleproud has stepped down as leader of the Nationals, but vowed to focus on the people of his...

Showcasing local talent

The Goondiwindi Art Space hosted an exhibition opening on Friday 6 March. The exhibition, by the Art Cubby, was put together by local art...

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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...

Emus gearing up for 2026

The Goondiwindi Emus officially launched their pre-season campaign as preparations ramp up for what looms as a defining 2026 season across all grades. After several...

Wheatmen Colts breakthrough for maiden win

The Dalby Wheatmen Colts have claimed their first win of the Colts Lightning Series season, defeating the Warwick Water Rats 10-0 in a hard-fought...

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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...

Sopranos on song

The 7Sopranos are bringing the magnificent sounds of opera arias to Goondiwindi this month - and giving local students the opportunity to hone their...

Police start new surge operation

Queensland Police began a six-month crime blitz across the state last week, with local officers and specialist support units converging on the region to...