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News

New Council customer service centre hours 2025

Published on 05 December 2024

Western Downs Regional Council is introducing new face-to-face service hours across all of its customer service centres effective Thursday, 2 January 2025.

WDRC team member wins industry recognised award

Published on 03 December 2024

Western Downs Regional Council's nominations in several categories in the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, Queensland and Northern Territory (IPWEA-QNT) Excellence Awards has seen team member Warwick Taylor named Team Member of the Year.

Council delivers 2023/24 Annual Report

Published on 28 November 2024

Western Downs Regional Council has adopted its Annual Report for the 2023/24 financial year, showcasing the organisation's continued commitment delivering legacy infrastructure, quality essential services and financial stability for the region.

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Events

Christmas on the Western Downs

09 December 2024

The Western Downs is set to come alive with the festive spirit this holiday season, with a range of community and Council events and activities on offer for the whole family. Right across the region, there will be festive cheer, with community carols, street parties, Christmas tree light-ups, and much more!

Movies@Mary's

21 December 2024

Experience Movies@Mary's: a monthly outdoor movie session at Mary's Place. Join us for a free family-friendly community event enjoying a movie under the stars. It's the perfect opportunity for all ages to experience the charm of an outdoor cinema right here in our community.
Don't miss this unforgettable cinematic experience under the stars!

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Public Notices

2024 Customer Contact Centre Hours

On Display Indefinitely

Council wishes to advise that on the second Tuesday of every month commencing Tuesday 12th of March, the Customer Contact Centre will be closing slightly earlier at 3pm. This includes the phone team and Dalby, Chinchilla & Tara Customer Service Centre front counter operations.

Road Works - Edward Street, Chinchilla

On Display Indefinitely

Please be advised that road upgrade works are scheduled for Edward Street, Chinchilla, with a commencement date in November and estimated completion date in late March 2025, weather permitting.

Road Works - Bundi Road, Wandoan

On Display Indefinitely

Please be advised that road upgrade works are scheduled for Bundi Road, Wandoan, with a commencement date in November and estimated completion date in late March 2025, weather permitting.

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