New regional campaign celebrates the people that make it 03 Mar 2021 The wonder of Western Downs locals will be the focus of a new campaign to generate community pride and showcase the region’s fantastic… read more
Trainees and Apprentices kickstart their careers with Council 01 Mar 2021 Western Downs Regional Council has welcomed 17 new trainees and apprentices in 2021 as part of its Early Career program…. read more
Water strategy to offer certainty for economic growth 19 Feb 2021 19 February, 2021 The region’s water security will be bolstered with Western Downs Regional Council embarking on a multi-million-dollar strategy… read more
Regional Arts Forum to boost cultural and economic growth 17 Feb 2021 Creatives from across the Western Downs and beyond are being given a rare chance to hone their skills and boost… read more
Local talent shines at Words out West 17 Feb 2021 Some of the region’s best storytellers will take centre stage at the upcoming Words Out West: Western Downs Readers and Writers Festival as part of… read more
Chinchilla nets major community sports facility upgrade 10 Feb 2021 The Chinchilla community has scored a premier netball facility with a major upgrade to the existing courts now complete. Western… read more
Lights, Camera, Action for Western Downs Cinemas upgrades 10 Feb 2021 Western Downs residents will be treated to an upgraded cinematic experience in Chinchilla, with Western Downs Regional Council about to commence a range of… read more
Local artists set to shine at Groovin’ in the Garden 03 Feb 2021 A stellar lineup of local and regional musical talents are set to serenade visitors at Council’s award-winning Chinchilla Botanic Parkland… read more
Applications open for new round of Enabling E-Commerce Business Support Program 03 Feb 2021 Western Downs Regional Council has launched a new round of free digital support sessions designed to help businesses emerge from… read more
MyALL107 revitalisation underway to deliver vibrant cultural hub 27 Jan 2021 A landmark destination is being delivered in the Western Downs, with Western Downs Regional Council unveiling the designs for a… read more
Unsung achievers recognised across the region 14 Jan 2021 The region’s most outstanding citizens have been named as part of Western Downs Regional Council’s Australia Day Awards 2021. Forty-nine nominations… read more
Region’s most prestigious Award winners announced 14 Jan 2021 Warra resident Marilyn Bidstrup has been named Regional Citizen of the Year as part of Western Downs Regional Council’s Australia Day Awards 2021. Mrs Bidstrup is… read more
Pull up a rug and settle in for some tunes with Groovin’ in the Garden 13 Jan 2021 Western Downs residents are invited to pull up a rug, kick back, and enjoy an afternoon of local food and… read more
Gain a digital edge with fresh round of free How To “Google My Business” workshops 13 Jan 2021 Following a successful introduction last year, Western Downs Regional Council is partnering with local Chambers of Commerce to deliver a… read more
Western Downs comes alive with Australia Day celebrations 08 Jan 2021 Community pride will make the Western Downs come alive this Australia Day, as the region comes together to celebrate all… read more
Splash into summer with Regional Pool Parties 08 Jan 2021 Following the hugely popular regional parties last November, Western Downs Regional Council has again partnered with SwimFit to deliver a series of family fun days… read more
Cleaner, greener upgrades delivered at popular Bell park 06 Jan 2021 Western Downs Regional Council has delivered a water-smart upgrade of amenities at Bell’s Ensor Park as part of an ongoing… read more
Contracts awarded for several major projects to boost liveability 05 Jan 2021 The New Year will bring exciting new recreation opportunities to the Western Downs, with several major projects about to get underway to boost our region’s liveability and create… read more