Anzac Day to be commemorated across the region Published on 04 April 2024 Communities across the Western Downs will come together this Anzac Day to pay tribute to the brave service men and women who have served and sacrificed in defence of our nation's values and freedom. Tagged as: , Official Statement , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Release
Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition 2024 OPEN for entries Published on 03 April 2024 The Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition has officially opened for entries today with the theme Rural Realities. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Events & Activities, Media Release
Western Downs Regional Council brings movie magic to Mary's Place Published on 29 February 2024 Mary's Place, a beloved community space that was officially opened in August 2023, is set to transform into a vibrant outdoor cinema space with the launch of free monthly Movies@Mary's. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Release
Outstanding Western Downs citizens honoured in Australia Day Awards Published on 26 January 2024 Decades of dedicated service towards the improvement of her community has earned Wandoan's Helen Devlin the Western Downs Citizen of the Year Award for 2024. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Release
Score a laugh with footy legend Nick "The Honey Badger" Cummins Published on 23 January 2024 Western Downs Regional Council is inviting community members to take a break and gather together for a night of positive community conversations, as footy legend Nick Cummins and Outback Futures tackle the importance of looking out for each other during challenging times. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle, 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
Western Downs set to come alive this Australia Day Published on 08 January 2024 The Western Downs is set to come alive for a day of celebration, unity, and welcoming our newest citizens as part of 2024 Australia Day festivities. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Release
Unwrap festive fun on the Western Downs this holiday season Published on 15 November 2023 The Western Downs will come alive with the festive spirit this holiday season, with a variety of family friendly community events and activities jingling their way around the region. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Events & Activities, Media Release
Beat the Heat this Spring with Western Downs Pool Parties Published on 12 October 2023 Get your swimmers ready, gather your pals, and cool down at the Western Downs Regional Pool Parties, featuring thrilling activities scheduled across multiple towns in November. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Release