Not long until Accelerate Manufacturing makes its return to the region Published on 17 May 2024 Accelerate Manufacturing: Western Down Manufacturing Conference will return to the Dalby Events Centre on 29 May for its third consecutive year, bringing together industry experts to drive discussions on emerging trends and opportunities within the sector. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities, Media Release
Council to launch refreshed Grants & Funding program Published on 16 May 2024 On 1 July 2024 Western Downs Regional Council will launch a refreshed Grants & Funding program designed to be more accessible and practical for locals seeking financial support for community initiatives and events. Tagged as: , Media Release
Community called on to vote for Wandoan as 'Top Tiny Tourism Town' Published on 13 May 2024 Wandoan has been named as a finalist in the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) 2024 Top Tourism Town Awards and residents now have until 17 May to help the town take out the top gong in the 'Top Tiny Tourism Town' category. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Media Release
Council seeking new voices to help guide Dalby Cultural Centre project Published on 03 May 2024 Council is on the lookout for fresh ideas and youthful perspectives for its Community Advisory Panel to help guide and shape the Dalby Cultural Centre project for the future of the town and region. Tagged as: , Major Projects , Media Release , Project Updates
New incentive scheme and action plan to boost housing supply Published on 10 April 2024 Western Downs Regional Council is working to tackle the region's housing shortage by bolstering incentive schemes and endorsing a new Local Housing Action Plan to drive housing development. Tagged as: , Media Release
Community to have their say on Council communications and engagement Published on 10 April 2024 Western Downs Regional Council is encouraging residents to have their say on the delivery of Council’s first Communications and Community Engagement Strategy, two years on from its inception. Tagged as: , Media Release
Anzac Day to be commemorated across the region Published on 04 April 2024 Communities across the Western Downs will come together this Anzac Day to pay tribute to the brave service men and women who have served and sacrificed in defence of our nation's values and freedom. Tagged as: , Official Statement , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Release
Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition 2024 OPEN for entries Published on 03 April 2024 The Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition has officially opened for entries today with the theme Rural Realities. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Events & Activities, Media Release
Mayor Andrew Smith new Mayor, three new Councillors for WDRC Published on 02 April 2024 The Western Downs has spoken and in a resounding vote of confidence, Deputy Mayor Andrew Smith has been declared as the new Mayor of the region following the 2024 local government election. Tagged as: , Official Statement , Announcements, Media Release