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High profile regional Queensland mayor calls it quits

Western Downs mayor Paul McVeigh announces he will not run in the next local government elections

EXCLUSIVE: Bob’s service to Cairns, council and country

Country Caller's exclusive interview with retiring Cairns mayor Bob Manning

Emerging horticulture challenges demand attention

Annual horticulture industry summit outlines governance challenges in changing global market

Mayoral race heralds change for South Burnett Council

Meet the South Burnett councillors vying to be the region's next mayor.

Retiring QRC boss’s parting shot: “Thanks for nothing”

Outgoing boss of Queensland mining lobby slams government refusal to reconsider coal royalty rises

State asked to stump up for dam costly council works

Toowoomba Regional Council looks for ways to pay for a $250 - $300 million dam upgrade.

Suburban supply scare sharpens focus on water security

Several Toowoomba suburbs almost run out of water, highlighting local water security issues.

Push for regional women to take the political stage

Non-partisan education program encourages women to enter politics to improve gender equity

Can local councils revive our childcare deserts?

Early education experts want to see local councils play a bigger role in providing childcare in the bush.

New councillor “breath of fresh air” for Toowoomba

The Caller caught up with Toowoomba's newest councillor. Edwina Farquhar.

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