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 fourth year!) – Words Out West. Words Out West: Western Downs Readers & Writers Fest …
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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 fourth year!) – Words Out West. Words Out West: Western Downs Readers & Writers Fest …
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 …
Calling all Chinchilla Melon Festival attendees, keep the good times rolling in the watermelon capital with an extended stay, making the most of your time in region for the biennial event. From watermelon-themed water play areas to fossicking for ancient petrified …
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Calling all Chinchilla Melon Festival attendees, keep the good times rolling in the watermelon capital with an extended stay, making the most of your time in region for the biennial event. From watermelon-themed water play areas to fossicking for ancient petrified …
Like many Australian towns whose local men and women served during both World Wars as well as welcoming returning soldiers taking up land as part of the Government’s soldier settlement scheme, the Western Downs has a strong military connection. From signatures …
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Like many Australian towns whose local men and women served during both World Wars as well as welcoming returning soldiers taking up land as part of the Government’s soldier settlement scheme, the Western Downs has a strong military connection. From signatures …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …