WDRC success at Queensland Training Awards Published on 24 July 2024 Western Downs Regional Council's contemporary approach to training has earned the organisation the title of Large Employer of the Year at the Queensland Training Awards Regional Finals, where Council trainee Courtney McConville was also named Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Council seeks community guidance on Thomas Jack Park master plan Published on 03 July 2024 Western Downs residents are invited to help shape the design of Dalby's new cultural centre at Thomas Jack Park, and guide future upgrades to amenities and play equipment, to inform a masterplan for the broader Thomas Jack Park Precinct. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Environment , Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle, Infrastructure , Major Projects , Media Release , Project Updates
Location of Dalby's new Cultural Centre announced Published on 21 June 2024 After an extensive engagement process and strongly guided by community feedback, the location of Dalby’s future Cultural Centre has been decided, with Western Downs Regional Council progressing concept planning of new cultural facilities in Thomas Jack Park. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture , Environment , Major Projects , Media Release , Project Updates
Capital improvements, quality service underpins 2024/25 budget Published on 20 June 2024 Western Downs Regional Council's 2024/25 Budget delivers legacy infrastructure and quality essential services to drive certainty and enhance the region's liveability for generations to come. Tagged as: , Media Release
Mary's Place wins Dalby two major Architectural Awards Published on 19 June 2024 The redevelopment of the former Commercial Hotel site in Dalby has taken out two top honours at the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) Queensland Awards announced last week. Tagged as: , Media Release
Ag Jobs Fair to boost workforce attraction in thriving Published on 07 June 2024 Western Downs Regional Council's Ag Jobs Fair will provide the opportunity for job seekers to connect with potential employers within the Intensive Agriculture and Agricultural Service Industries. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Media Release
Drive In Movies return to Western Downs this Winter Published on 05 June 2024 Western Downs Regional Council's ever-popular family-friendly outdoor movies are returning this winter, with free community drive-ins coming to Chinchilla, Dalby, Miles, and Tara next month. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Media Release
Disaster Recovery Efforts Earn Council Top Teamwork Award Published on 24 May 2024 Western Downs Regional Council's exceptional disaster response and recovery efforts during the 2023-24 bushfires and floods have earned the organisation the Local Government Managers Australia (LGMA) Teamwork Award at the LGMA Awards for Excellence Gala at Brisbane last night. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Release
Locals invited to share their vision of the Dalby Cultural Centre Published on 20 May 2024 Western Downs Regional Council is inviting the community to share their perspectives on the Dalby Cultural Centre project by way of a public survey. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture , Major Projects , Media Release , Project Updates