Strong community partnerships to build the region's future Published on 12 March 2024 Western Downs Regional Council is securing long-term liveability for the region through a new Communities Partnering Framework which sets the standard for doing business in the region. Tagged as: , Official Statement , Business & Economy, Media Release
Council welcomes latest cohort of trainees and apprentices Published on 26 February 2024 Eighteen enthusiastic individuals have launched into their careers at Western Downs Regional Council as part of Council's popular Kickstart Programme. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Media Release
Fresh opportunity for prime Dalby recreational space Published on 22 February 2024 Western Downs Regional Council is calling for Expressions of Interest to explore opportunities to transform an under-utilized parcel of land in a prime recreational area at Dalby. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Environment , Media Release
Second micro-brewery approved for Chinchilla Published on 16 January 2024 Chinchilla is set to become the home of not one but two micro-breweries following Council's approval this month of a second such venue for the - region. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Media Release
YES! Returns to the Western Downs to ignite youth entrepreneurship Published on 16 January 2024 Following the success of last year's Young Entrepreneur Summit, which saw the participation of nearly 300 young locals, Council is pleased to again be partnering with the Australian School of Entrepreneurship to bring the extraordinary youth entrepreneurship and leadership Summit workshop to the Western Downs. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Business & Economy, Events & Activities, Media Release
Unleash your potential and Kickstart your Career with Council! Published on 06 September 2023 Western Downs residents are being urged to consider seeking a traineeship or apprenticeship with Western Downs Regional Council, as the highly successful 'Kickstart your Career' initiative kicks off for the year 2024. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Media Release
Agritourism Workshop opens doors for unique rural opportunities Published on 21 August 2023 Western Downs Regional Council is collaborating with Southern Queensland Country Tourism to deliver a one-of-a-kind workshop, offering local businesses and farmers the chance to explore opportunities within the largest growing tourism industry in Australia. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities, Media Release
Protein Jobs Fair to connect jobseekers with agriculture opportunities Published on 09 August 2023 Western Downs Regional Council has partnered with Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise and AgForce to deliver the third consecutive Protein Jobs Fair, offering jobseekers the opportunity to connect with potential employers and explore exciting career pathways in the animal agriculture industry. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities, Media Release
Miles CBD beautification gains state recognition Published on 11 July 2023 The revitalisation of the Miles CBD Streetscape has been recognised for excellence at the recent Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Queensland Awards. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Media Release