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Shake up your Monday morning water-cooler chat with these Western Downs weekend ideas

Go on a weekend adventure or stay awhile to discover the Western Downs and see what is on offer – from museums to festivals to country race meets there is something for everyone. Shelve your weekly chores and take back the …

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Go on a weekend adventure or stay awhile to discover the Western Downs and see what is on offer – from museums to festivals to country race meets there is something for everyone. Shelve your weekly chores and take back the …

Get Ready, Festival Favourites are Back!

Calling all festival goers… the Western Downs plays host to TWO festivals all within a five week period in August through September. Kicking off with Dalby’s DeLIGHTful & Delicious festival, followed by a jam-packed program from the Miles Back to Bush …

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Calling all festival goers… the Western Downs plays host to TWO festivals all within a five week period in August through September. Kicking off with Dalby’s DeLIGHTful & Delicious festival, followed by a jam-packed program from the Miles Back to Bush …

Where to get your dose of Country

Heading off on a road trip why not think about visiting the Western Downs? Miles Back to the Bush Festival is on 11-14 September, why not include this as part of your trip.  Depending where you’re coming from, this iconic festival …

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Heading off on a road trip why not think about visiting the Western Downs? Miles Back to the Bush Festival is on 11-14 September, why not include this as part of your trip.  Depending where you’re coming from, this iconic festival …

A beginner’s guide to camping in the Western Downs

Attention all camping newbies, if you’re wanting to get off the grid but not sure where to start, what to pack or where to go, allow us to ease you into the process with our beginner’s guide to camping. Every seasoned …

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Attention all camping newbies, if you’re wanting to get off the grid but not sure where to start, what to pack or where to go, allow us to ease you into the process with our beginner’s guide to camping. Every seasoned …

7 things you didn’t know about Queensland’s longest named town: Kaimkillenbun

Its population might only reach three figures (248), but if the number of letters in its name tell of anything – it’s that there’s much to learn about Queensland’s longest named town, Kaimkillenbun. Nestled in the heart of the Western Downs, …

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Its population might only reach three figures (248), but if the number of letters in its name tell of anything – it’s that there’s much to learn about Queensland’s longest named town, Kaimkillenbun. Nestled in the heart of the Western Downs, …

Jandowae – the best bits of the Western Downs all in one place

The Western Downs flourishes in all things community, culture, industry and events and Jandowae is the prime showcase for our region’s best bits. The little country town may be smaller than some, but we can assure you it’s heart of gold …

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The Western Downs flourishes in all things community, culture, industry and events and Jandowae is the prime showcase for our region’s best bits. The little country town may be smaller than some, but we can assure you it’s heart of gold …

Pitch Perfect: Crowd-free camping in the Western Downs

If your usual campsite feels more like a crowded office than a peaceful escape, it might be time to refresh your pitch list. Enter the Western Downs – a region where wide-open skies, tranquil bushland, and starry nights offer the perfect …

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If your usual campsite feels more like a crowded office than a peaceful escape, it might be time to refresh your pitch list. Enter the Western Downs – a region where wide-open skies, tranquil bushland, and starry nights offer the perfect …

Everything you need to know about Miles Back to the Bush Festival

Every two years, the vibrant country town of Miles throws open its gates and invites visitors to experience warm country hospitality, vintage charm, and true bush spirit at the Miles Back to the Bush Festival. It’s a weekend packed with heritage, …

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Every two years, the vibrant country town of Miles throws open its gates and invites visitors to experience warm country hospitality, vintage charm, and true bush spirit at the Miles Back to the Bush Festival. It’s a weekend packed with heritage, …

Discover the Best RV Campgrounds on the Western Downs TICKING OFF THE WISHLIST

Why not spend time before and after and let Western Downs WOW you….. Western Downs is home to many different types of camping area – Caravan Parks, Showgrounds, and low-cost camps.  We’re lucky to have had 5 of these recently upgraded …

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Why not spend time before and after and let Western Downs WOW you….. Western Downs is home to many different types of camping area – Caravan Parks, Showgrounds, and low-cost camps.  We’re lucky to have had 5 of these recently upgraded …

10 Reasons to move to the Western Downs

1. Lifestyle The Western Downs offers an attractive, well-rounded and diverse economy by combining a country lifestyle with modern living and conveniences. The Western Downs has an assortment of urban centres, quiet small towns and rural lifestyle blocks – something to …

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1. Lifestyle The Western Downs offers an attractive, well-rounded and diverse economy by combining a country lifestyle with modern living and conveniences. The Western Downs has an assortment of urban centres, quiet small towns and rural lifestyle blocks – something to …