Online workshops address retention of workers in the Western Downs Published on 15 April 2025 Western Downs Regional Council is holding a series of digital workshops to address the challenges of attracting and retaining young workers in key industries like agriculture, construction, energy, aged care and health services. Tagged as: , Media Release
Unleashing creativity in the Western Downs with Play Your Way Published on 07 April 2025 Western Downs Regional Council is excited to announce the launch of an innovative community initiative, the 'Play Your Way Western Downs' project. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Release
Anzac Day 110-year anniversary to be observed across the region Published on 01 April 2025 Western Downs communities will come together on 25 April to commemorate all the brave service persons who have served or currently serve in defence of this nation's freedom. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Media Release
Tara Reconciliation Week 2025 - Bridging Now to Next Published on 01 April 2025 The National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2025 theme, Bridging Now to Next, reflects the ongoing connection between past, present, and future. Western Downs Regional Council will host its 2025 Reconciliation Week event in Tara on Wednesday 28 May. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Release
Help shape the future workforce in the Western Downs Published on 31 March 2025 Western Downs Regional Council is inviting employers, businesses, developers, industry stakeholders and the community to have their say in the development of a Regional Workforce Plan that will drive the future of employment, training, and skills development across the region. Tagged as: , Media Release
Bitumen reseal program contributes to a safer, cleaner Western Downs Published on 24 March 2025 Western Downs Regional Council has recently completed the 2024-25 Regional Road Reseal Program, which delivers essential repairs and renewals to the region's bitumen roads while working towards a cleaner, greener future. Tagged as: , Major Projects
Artist chosen for exciting Lake Broadwater public art project Published on 24 March 2025 Western Downs Regional Council has announced the selected artist for the 2024-25 Lake Broadwater Public Art Project. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Media Release
Subscribe to digital rates, water and gas bills and win! Published on 20 March 2025 Western Downs Regional Council is giving residential ratepayers an extra reason to go paperless, with one lucky resident set to win a $500 by opting in to receive their rates, water and gas bills via email. Tagged as: , Media Release
CS Energy achieves 'Gold Neighbour' status on the Western Downs Published on 14 March 2025 CS Energy has been awarded the esteemed 'Gold Great Neighbour' status by Western Downs Regional Council, marking the start of a new era for communities partnering in the region. Tagged as: , Business & Economy