Head contractor appointed for Dalby park revitalisation Published on 07 April 2026 Council has appointed a head contractor to deliver the construction phases of the $8.623 million revitalisation of the Thomas Jack Park Precinct in Dalby. Tagged as: , Media Release
Enjoy cosy, bookish vibes this June as Words Out West returns Published on 18 March 2026 Words Out West: Western Downs Readers & Writers Festival returns in June 2026, for its seventh year. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Release
Flood recovery support rolled out in Western Downs Published on 14 March 2026 Residents impacted by flooding across the Western Downs now have access to important disaster recovery assistance following the March 2026 major flood event. Tagged as: , Media Release
New Wandoan grant program tees off progress Published on 09 March 2026 Wandoan residents and community groups have up to 20,000 new reasons to celebrate the launch of a dedicated Wandoan Community Grants Program. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Release
Have your say on Council’s award‑winning Engagement Strategy Published on 02 March 2026 Residents are encouraged to have their say Western Downs Regional Council's communications and community engagement efforts across the region. Tagged as: , Media Release
New resources empower local businesses for disaster planning Published on 19 February 2026 Council has launched a suite of new resources as part of its Business Resilience Program, designed to empower local businesses to plan for continuity during disaster events. Tagged as: , Media Release
Council welcomes 2026 cohort of apprentices and trainees Published on 18 February 2026 Fourteen new apprentices and trainees have officially commenced their careers with Western Downs Regional Council, bringing fresh energy and talent to the Early Career Program. Tagged as: , Media Release
New Corporate Plan guides Western Downs future Published on 16 February 2026 Council has adopted its new Corporate Plan 2026-2031 at the January Ordinary Meeting of Council, marking a significant milestone in shaping the region’s future. Tagged as: , Media Release
Council CEO Jodie Taylor announces departure Published on 13 February 2026 Council will look to recruit a new CEO later in 2026 after CEO Jodie Taylor announced today that she will not seek to renew her contract in December. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Release