Ever wondered what life on the farm really looks like? Wonder no more and venture out to the Western Downs – the gateway to the outback and home to some of our nation’s strongest producers. You’ll find no better place to …
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If you’ve been searching for a school holiday destination that will inspire, educate and excite, look no further than the Western Downs. Just three hours from Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, you’ll find everything from ancient rainforests to heritage-listed …
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When you ask locals and visitors what makes the Western Downs region so special, the answer is usually the same. In 2020 Western Downs Regional Council embarked in a bold initiative to consult with industry, stakeholders, residents and visitors across the …
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If you thought the finest gifts were found in the big smoke and the best boutique clothing was reserved for the esplanade… think again! The Western Downs isn’t just the home of big skies and hearty hospitality, there’s also many unique …
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From the region that brought you your favourite festivals showing off watermelons, camel racing, lantern parades and more, comes the next big event (now in its second year) – Words Out West. Now if there’s anything spectacular to come out of …
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Roses are red, violets are blue, and we’ve planned the perfect Valentine’s, just for you!… Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so we’ve put together a few of our favourite date ideas for you and your special someone. We all …
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School holidays are back … again. Don’t press the panic button just yet. The Western Downs ticks plenty of the ‘escape to the country’ boxes with none of the crowds, long distances or associated costs of getting there. Adventure? Check.Green time? …
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If the Western Downs was a hand of cards, Dalby would be King. After all, it reigns supreme as Australia’s richest cotton and grain growing area. Don’t dismiss Dalby as a purely agricultural centre though, Dalby’s got plenty more jewels in …
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Forget fine dining and vineyard valleys – there’s no place more iconic to sip a cold beer than a classic country pub. Yep, we’re talking about the historical watering holes across the Western Downs that pack more character than the latest …
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From the skyscrapers of Brisbane to the stark plains of the outback, there’s a whole lotta crop country in the Western Downs in between. We’re talking agriculture that resembles artwork, with precise separation between plant-rows, textures that rival expensive fabric and …
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