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25.01.2022 The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) is investing over $300k to enhance 36 regional aerodromes statewide, including several airstrips in the southwest.

24.01.2022 Waratah great Mack Mason will make his return to southwest Queensland as he kicks off with the Roma Echidnas in an effort to climb the ladder from last place.

24.01.2022 Police have issued infringement notices to people lying on their entry declaration form at two southwest Queensland borders.

23.01.2022 Australia's Queen of Pop is giving our region a helping hand! DETAILS:

23.01.2022 BREAKING: Firefighters are currently trying to contain a large blaze that has destroyed several businesses in southwest Queensland.

23.01.2022 Six southwest Queensland councils discuss their mission to unlock the diverse opportunities in the region as part of their 2020 State Election strategy.

20.01.2022 Pop-up testing facilities have emerged in the southwest to help control the spread of COVID-19.

19.01.2022 Here is the list of everyone appearing in the St George Magistrates Court today:

19.01.2022 Emergency services had to put out a fire at the Dirranbandi dump yesterday after a resident tried to take waste management into their own hands.

19.01.2022 These stores are the lifeblood of the little town and their destruction will impact the entire town and those around it.

18.01.2022 The state government has extended the border bubble after a devastating fire ripped through the small town of Mungindi.

17.01.2022 View photos from the Under 14 Carnarvon Cubs premiership win over St George on the weekend:

17.01.2022 Academy Award winning cinematographer Greg Huglin brought Hollywood to southwest Queensland students when he visited schools in the Maranoa and Balonne Shire.

17.01.2022 A car has caught fire on the Balonne Highway west of St George, and police are currently investigating the circumstances.

16.01.2022 Family and friends of Scott Sargood, also known as the Mulga Man, are humbled to announce a memorial award and endowment fund has been set up in his name at the University of Southern Queensland.

16.01.2022 Do you know an unsung hero who deserves a shout out for the work they do in our community? Comment their name below!

14.01.2022 UPDATE: Two people are being treated for injuries after two caravans roll on a highway just east of St George.

14.01.2022 A shock last-minute motion by mayor Tyson Golder to rush through what is considered the biggest change to Maranoa Regional Council in over a decade, meant not just councillors, but the CEO also, pleaded with him to give it more time.

14.01.2022 What are your thoughts?

14.01.2022 Wednesday night's Game III Origin win will go down as one of the top moments in the sport's history. What have been your favourite Origin moments?

14.01.2022 In what could be the biggest change to Maranoa Council in 12 years, councillors could not have been more angered over their mayor’s decision to ‘rush’ through a massive decision.

13.01.2022 A southwest MP has said that border exemptions don't go far enough, with many towns in the Balonne missing out.

12.01.2022 Police were called to a six-man brawl outside a local roadhouse.

11.01.2022 A southwest Queensland community has lost several businesses after a devestating blaze tore its town centre.

11.01.2022 Today is RUOK Day! A reminder to look out for your mates, offer a listening ear and to reach out to your support group if you need to! If you need someone speak to call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or head to beyondblue.org.au

11.01.2022 Merry Christmas!

11.01.2022 What do you think? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

11.01.2022 IN COURT: Here's a list of 75 people that are facing the St George Magistrates Court today:

10.01.2022 Every driver travelling along the Warrego Highway will be breath-tested or drug tested this weekend in one of the largest Road Safety Week operations in Queensland. FULL DETAILS:

10.01.2022 Excessive speed can kill." Police are urging locals to watch their speed while travelling on southwest roads after one teenager was handed a hefty fine.

10.01.2022 The Balonne Shire Council has revealed the most common cause of neighbourhood complaints they received over the past year.

09.01.2022 Police are trying to locate two offenders who recently broke into a house in St George.

08.01.2022 Aussie rockers Violent Soho have revealed why they filmed their new smash hit in St George.

08.01.2022 Two people were caught red-handed sneaking across a southwest Queensland border on foot.

07.01.2022 A second quarantine motel has been setup in Roma after dozens of travellers crossed the border from declared COVID-19 hotspots.

07.01.2022 Two people have been taken to hospital and a southwest highway is partially blocked after a rollover east of St George.

05.01.2022 Maranoa councillor Cam O'Neil has addressed rumours of a potential switch to Federal politics.

05.01.2022 Many members of the Balonne Shire Council have interests in shares, political parties and community organisations. See what they declared:

05.01.2022 A man who has already been charged for an offence that cost him his left leg has faced the St George Magistrates Court for another driving charge.

05.01.2022 Common sense has prevailed! A Roma pub will not receive a fine for an incident where some punters were seen briefly dancing on tables. Here's what the owner had to say...

05.01.2022 Do you think national service would be a good thing for the next generation?

04.01.2022 A bar worker has allegedly made a derogatory comment before walking out behind the counter to engage in a physical altercation with the customer.

04.01.2022 A community group has thrown Mungindi residents a lifeline after losing their most vital stores in a blaze last week. MORE DETAILS:

04.01.2022 Mayor Tyson Golder said the Roma saleyards continue to deliver better returns consistently for cattle producers as this week's sale recorded a new top price.

03.01.2022 What do you think? Let us know you thoughts in the comments!

03.01.2022 Today is RUOK Day! A reminder to look out for your mates, offer a listening ear and to reach out to your support group if you need to! If you need someone speak to call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636.

03.01.2022 Balonne Shire Mayor Samantha OToole said she and several local farmers are concerned for the agricultural industry as specialised people are unable to enter Queensland with the states current NSW border restrictions in full effect.

03.01.2022 Fire investigators have arrived to determine the cause of the blaze that destroyed several businesses in Mungindi, on the Queensland border late last night.

02.01.2022 Queensland Fire and Emergency Services has imposed a local fire ban for southwest region residents

01.01.2022 BREAKING: Emergency services are en route to a multi-vehicle traffic crash near St George.