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
Ritual meets Revelry for the 2026 Regional Artists’ Exhibition Published on 11 February 2026 Local artists are invited to step into the spirit of Ritual & Revelry for the return of the Western Downs Regional Artists Exhibition. Tagged as: , Media Release
Manufacturing headliner leaves conference goers wanting 'Moore' Published on 05 February 2026 Renowned leadership expert and host of the No Bullsh!t Leadership podcast, Martin G. Moore, will headline this year’s Accelerate Manufacturing Conference as the keynote speaker. Tagged as: , Media Release
Council advocacy secures Moonie Highway resilience upgrades Published on 03 February 2026 Western Downs Regional Council is pleased to welcome a significant funding boost to improve flood resilience and reliability along the Moonie Highway. Tagged as: , Media Release
Online webinar navigates Western Downs energy sector Published on 29 January 2026 Western Downs Regional Council is partnering with Queensland Manufacturing Institute to deliver the ‘Navigating the Energy Sector: Pathways for Manufacturers’ webinar on 3 February 2026 at 1pm. Tagged as: , Media Release
Local Legends Honoured as Australia Day Award Winners Announced Published on 27 January 2026 Wandoan resident Gregory Zillman has been announced as the Western Downs Citizen of the Year, with former Chinchilla State High School captain Sophie Scutchings named as Young Citizen of the Year in the coveted 2026 Australia Day Awards. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Release