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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 …

Tackling Tara Camels – planning your 2022 Tara Festival experience

Have you got your tickets to this year’s Tara Festival of Culture and Camel Races? Nothing defines the word ‘festival’ more than this exciting event in Tara full of culture, camels and camping. Excitement is building on the Western Downs and …

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Have you got your tickets to this year’s Tara Festival of Culture and Camel Races? Nothing defines the word ‘festival’ more than this exciting event in Tara full of culture, camels and camping. Excitement is building on the Western Downs and …

Community, culture and everything in between – there’s plenty to do in Wandoan

While the Western Downs is flourishing with new projects and exciting attractions, our communities also love to celebrate our yesteryear and Wandoan is no exception. The town is steeped in history dating back to the early 1840s whilst also being home …

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While the Western Downs is flourishing with new projects and exciting attractions, our communities also love to celebrate our yesteryear and Wandoan is no exception. The town is steeped in history dating back to the early 1840s whilst also being home …

Another for the bucket list – experience farm life on the Western Downs

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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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 …

Take a holiday like you used to: A family road trip through the Western Downs

Don’t stay at home when you can take a family holiday across the Western Downs.   Road tripping with frequent stops along the way won’t have the kids saying, “are we there yet”? So, school holidays are back again? Well, don’t press …

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Don’t stay at home when you can take a family holiday across the Western Downs.   Road tripping with frequent stops along the way won’t have the kids saying, “are we there yet”? So, school holidays are back again? Well, don’t press …

Where to sink a coldie in the Western Downs

Imagine a cold beer and a meal at the end of a long day driving as well as chat with a local, this pub crawl is one not to be missed.  Don’t forget the designated driver. Forget fine dining and vineyard …

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Imagine a cold beer and a meal at the end of a long day driving as well as chat with a local, this pub crawl is one not to be missed.  Don’t forget the designated driver. Forget fine dining and vineyard …

Pet-friendly Western Downs: 10 places to stay with your best friend

Don’t leave your best friend at home bring them along to enjoy the great outdoors across the Western Downs, whether camping or staying at a motel there are places for you and your best friend to stay awhile. In the Western …

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Don’t leave your best friend at home bring them along to enjoy the great outdoors across the Western Downs, whether camping or staying at a motel there are places for you and your best friend to stay awhile. In the Western …

Go fish: Where to cast off in the Western Downs

With creeks, rivers and tributaries running through the countryside like veins through the human body, few regions can lay claim to inland fishing as good as the Western Downs. There’s good reason for it – some parts of the region receive …

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With creeks, rivers and tributaries running through the countryside like veins through the human body, few regions can lay claim to inland fishing as good as the Western Downs. There’s good reason for it – some parts of the region receive …

A local’s guide to Tara

Only three and a half hours from the city lights of Brisbane, you’ll find yourself in camel country, aka Tara.  Home to  Tara Festival of Culture & Camel Races, this town of about 2,000 people sure knows how to draw a …

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Only three and a half hours from the city lights of Brisbane, you’ll find yourself in camel country, aka Tara.  Home to  Tara Festival of Culture & Camel Races, this town of about 2,000 people sure knows how to draw a …

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 …