News and Media Centre HomeAbout CouncilNews and Media Centre Media Releases LOVE Western Downs Magazine eNews and SMS Alerts Public Notices Western Downs Regional Council is committed to keeping our community and the media informed of the latest news and events that affect our region. To ensure the communities of the Western Downs are well informed on major issues, policies, plans and projects, and have the opportunity to influence the decision making process, Council is committed to engaging in meaningful community consultation.