Community asked to help shape region's future Published on 08 December 2025 Residents are invited to help shape the future direction of Council for the next five years, with community consultation now open for the draft Corporate Plan. Tagged as: , Announcements
Design for new Chinchilla Aquatic Precinct makes a splash Published on 05 December 2025 Detailed design for the new Chinchilla Aquatic Precinct is now at 30 per cent complete and includes an eight lane 50-metre pool, 25-metre indoor lap pool, and indoor learn-to-swim and toddler pool. Tagged as: , Major Projects
Tender now open for Dalby's landmark cultural centre Published on 04 December 2025 The tender for Dalby's highly anticipated new cultural centre has been released, marking a major milestone in the revitalisation of the Thomas Jack Park Precinct. Tagged as: , Major Projects
Western Downs Regional Council Annual Report released Published on 02 December 2025 Western Downs Regional Council has released its Annual Report for the 2024/25 financial year, reflecting a focus on strong community outcomes, major infrastructure delivery, and advocacy for the region. Tagged as: , Media Release
Western Downs celebrates record sale at Dalby Regional Saleyards Published on 02 December 2025 Dalby Regional Saleyards has boasted its biggest sale of 2025 last week, with one of its largest yardings this decade. Tagged as: , Media Release
Your guide to holiday cheer on the Western Downs Published on 01 December 2025 Communities across the Western Downs are preparing for Santa to grace us with his 'presents,' as an array of Christmas events light up across the region from 6 December to 23 December 2025. Tagged as: , Media Release
Deck the gates and win Christmas in the Country Published on 19 November 2025 Dig out the decorations and dust of the fairy lights... Western Downs residents are invited to spruce, snap and submit their best festive displays as part of the annual Christmas in the Country competition. Tagged as: , Media Release
Innovative Pest Management Project Produces Significant Results Published on 19 November 2025 A new biosecurity project targeting feral pigs and the management of Phytophthora multivora has been delivered by Western Downs Regional Council in partnership with the Department of Primary Industries – Queensland Feral Pest Initiative. Tagged as: , Environment , Media Release , Project Updates
Western Downs Libraries win their fourth QPLA award Published on 18 November 2025 Western Downs Libraries has turned the page on another successful chapter winning their fourth consecutive Queensland Public Library Association Award (QPLA) for their groundbreaking History Hub project. Tagged as: , Media Release