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News

Celebrating diversity through local storytelling

Published on 04 September 2026

The community is invited to celebrate the people, stories, and cultures that make the Western Downs a vibrant place to live through a new local story telling initiative, in support of Queensland Multicultural Month and Welcoming Week 2026.

Bunya Mountains eco-tourism opportunity opens

Published on 31 August 2026

One of Queensland's most significant eco-tourism opportunities is now open, with expressions of interest invited for a premium nature-based accommodation development at Russell Park in the Bunya Mountains.

Thomas Jack Park Precinct transformation takes shape

Published on 30 August 2026

The community is getting its first look behind the construction fences at the exciting new play and recreation areas taking shape within the Thomas Jack Park Precinct, with works on track for completion this summer.
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Events

Drive-in Movies 2026

18 September 2026

Drive-in Movies are back this September, delivering a memorable night under the stars in Dalby, Chinchilla, Condamine, and Tara. Check out more details.

Ready Together Day 2026

19 September 2026

Get disaster-ready with your community this September at this jam-packed event featuring live entertainment, activities, food and drinks, and a special visit from The Minions.

Police Remembrance Day 2026

29 September 2026

The community is invited to come together for Police Remembrance Day. Western Downs Regional Council is supporting the local police along with community groups and organisations to deliver the service.
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Public Notices

Chinchilla Weir Boat Ramp - Low Water Caution

On Display Indefinitely

Council would like to advise that the Chinchilla Boat Ramp remains open. Reduced storage levels mean submerged and emerging hazards may be closer to the water surface.

Temporary Closure - Lake Broadwater Boat Ramp

On Display Indefinitely

Council would like to advise that the boat ramp at Lake Broadwater will be closed from Tuesday 2 December 2025 until Tuesday 2 June 2026. This closure is due to unsafe operational conditions from shallow water levels.

Road Upgrade Works - Oak Park Road, Chances Plains

On display until 01 October 2026

Council wishes to advise of scheduled road upgrade works on Oak Park Road, Chances Plains between late August and September 2026.

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Landmark Bunya Mountains eco-tourism opportunity

Expressions of interest invited for a premium nature-based accommodation development.

Thomas Jack Park Precinct transformation begins

Look behind the construction fences at the exciting new play and recreation areas taking shape.

Community invited to review updated flood mapping

Explore updated flood mapping and share local knowledge as part of Council's latest flood study.

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