’I’m buggered’: Nationals leader quits party’s top job
Nationals leader David Littleproud announced on Tuesday he would step down as leader of the Nationals, saying he’s had enough.
Mr Littleproud said he would...
20k donation to help Care Goondiwindi
Care Goondiwindi has been awarded $20,000 by Commonwealth Bank to help continue its important work supporting the Goondiwindi community.
Care Goondiwindi was one of just...
Emergency Alert for Chinchilla and Warra
This is a FLOOD EMERGENCY WARNING message from the Western Downs Local Disaster Management Group.
Charley’s Creek in Chinchilla and Cooranga Creek in Warra are...
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...
Woodbridge shines in Clydesdales defeat
The Western Clydesdales have been left to rue missed opportunities after suffering a narrow 20–18 defeat to the Sunshine Coast Falcons on Saturday, March...
