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BALONNE DROUGHT DECLARATION SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL ECONOMY

Published on 29 July 2026

Following prolonged periods of below-average rainfall in the region, the Queensland Government has initiated a drought declaration over Balonne Shire, as well as Goondiwindi, Southern Downs and part of Maranoa local government areas.

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BALONNE APPOINTS INTERIM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Published on 20 July 2026

Following the resignation of the current Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Clarke on 18 June 2026, Council has now appointed an Interim Chief Executive Officer with years of experience as a Council CEO.

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2026/27 BUDGET DELIVERS MORE TRANSPARENCY & LONG-TERM SUSTAINABILITY

Published on 14 July 2026

At a Special Council meeting today, Council formally adopted its 2026/27 Budget, keeping rate increases below CPI at just 4% and represents a responsible and strategically aligned financial plan to balance current service delivery with long-term sustainability.

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SERVICES AUSTRALIA RECOMMENCING IN BALONNE

Published on 02 July 2026

Following a loss of Services Australia in Balonne Shire in October 2025, Council welcomes the news that Indigicare Connect has taken on the contract to bring Services Australia back to the Shire.

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COUNCIL CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TRANSITION

Published on 19 June 2026

Balonne Shire Council will immediately commence an executive recruitment process following the resignation of current Chief Executive Officer Michelle Clarke due to family reasons.

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STATE OF ORIGIN FEVER LIGHTS UP THE BORDER IN MUNGINDI

Published on 26 May 2026

State of Origin fever is arriving early in Mungindi, with the Barwon River Campsite set to glow blue and maroon ahead of Game One on 27 May as the community kicks off celebrations for this year’s Mungindi Border Battle on 17 June 2026.

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HUNDREDS OF HOOKS TO DROP ACROSS ST GEORGE REGION IN MYSTERY LAUNCH

Published on 25 May 2026

The St George Region is preparing to kick off its winter visitor season with three $500 fuel vouchers to give away as part of a one-day Great Hook Drop throughout the Shire.

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MAJOR FLOOD WITH NO INCIDENT SUPPORTS LOWER INSURANCE PREMIUMS

Published on 29 April 2026

Today, the South West Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils held an Insurance Roundtable with representatives of the insurance industry and is calling on insurance companies to recognise the flood mitigation measures put in place to protect our residents from flooding.

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OPEN LETTER TO THE PRIME MINISTER

Published on 14 April 2026

This letter outlines the devastating impacts to our local economy that will be created by the Federal Government's 'Every little bit helps' advertising campaign.

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FUEL THEFT ADDING TO COUNCIL'S OPERATING COSTS

Published on 10 April 2026

Council has acted to change operating procedures and install hidden cameras at job sites following a string of fuel thefts at various roadworks locations in the Shire.

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BALONNE DROUGHT DECLARATION SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL ECONOMY

BALONNE APPOINTS INTERIM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

2026/27 BUDGET DELIVERS MORE TRANSPARENCY & LONG-TERM SUSTAINABILITY

SERVICES AUSTRALIA RECOMMENCING IN BALONNE

COUNCIL CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TRANSITION

STATE OF ORIGIN FEVER LIGHTS UP THE BORDER IN MUNGINDI

HUNDREDS OF HOOKS TO DROP ACROSS ST GEORGE REGION IN MYSTERY LAUNCH

MAJOR FLOOD WITH NO INCIDENT SUPPORTS LOWER INSURANCE PREMIUMS

OPEN LETTER TO THE PRIME MINISTER

FUEL THEFT ADDING TO COUNCIL'S OPERATING COSTS

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