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In light of a positive COVID-19 case visiting neighbouring towns, Balonne Shire residents are reminded to keep up strict hygiene practices and take appropriate health precautions.

Work on the landmark new St George Library Hub complex has reached a key milestone.

Five women from Balonne Shire have won at the Women in Business Awards. It is the first time the Shire has been included.

Balonne residents have been reminded to maintain strict COVID-19 hygiene practices, with the Victorian outbreak proving no-ne can become complacent.

Goondir Health has marked the start of a new era for the service, as it unveiled the first stage of its brand new Community Wellbeing Centre.

The six councils of South West Queensland are on the road to ramp up representation for their region - breaking down barriers and making history along the way

Level One (winter) water restrictions are in effect. Check out the updated schedule to see when you can water.

Mosquito surveillance has detected the mosquito-borne virus in insects. Council is asking residents and visitors to take precautions.

Council is putting traditional knowledge first when it comes to managing the environment, and has secured a grant to expand a trailblazing program.

St George has garnered international attention for its bid to be crowned the Sunshine State's Top Tourism Town.

Got questions about the new land valuations? Get them answered at a one-time-only event, presented by AgForce and Council.

Our region's tourist season has kicked off, with Council debuting a new-look Travellers' Guide, a tourism website, and a visitor giveaway.

Balonne Shire Council's Plant Standing Committee and Balonne Shire Council's Assets Standing Committee will each hold meetings on 20 April.

St George in the Balonne Shire has called out to towns named St George around the world, asking them to vote for us in the Top Tourism Awards.

Mayor Samantha O'Toole conveys condolences on behalf of Balonne Shire.