Following two fires impacting the township of Dirranbandi, the emergency situation is now de-escalating and residents can now return home.
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Local Disaster Management Group Update #2
Dirranbandi is being evacuated due to fire.
The inaugural Storyfest South West has delivered a captivating series of literary events for the residents and students of the Balonne Shire and beyond.
The Governor of Queensland, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM and her spouse, Professor Graeme Nimmo RFD, will be in the Balonne Shire 4-6 September 2024.
Council has appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer, Graeme Kanofski whilst a recruitment process is undertaken for a permanent Chief Executive Officer.
Council is holding a Special Council Meeting. Items to be considered at this closed session will be the appointment of the Interim Chief Executive Officer.
Balonne Shire Council will be commencing a recruitment process for the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer.
With Rex Airlines now entered in voluntary administration, Council is calling on all levels of government to do all that is necessary to ensure the ongoing servicing of essential regional routes.
Council has officially adopted its 2024/25 Budget and Operational Plan with an extensive infrastructure and capital works program for the Shire and also keeps rates increases in line with CPI.
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING - Thursday, 25 July 2024
Council is urging local residents to have their say and provide input to the Australian Government’s 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review.
The Balonne Mayoral Ball’s have become a must-do attraction that are creating a major cultural shift in the Shire by boosting local educational opportunities for vocational students.
Moree Plains Shire Council with Balonne Shire Council have received an Excellence Award in the ‘Borderless Communities’ category at the NSW Local Government 2024 Excellence Awards.
Balonne Shire Council fully supports moves to introduce a Queensland Cross Border Commissioner to support communities that derive services from either side of the border.
