No decision yet on new fire escape route

No decision yet on new fire escape route

A number of concerned residents met at Jarrahdale Fire Station last week to hear how they should evacuate from the Millbrook Estate town site should there be an emergency situation. Brian Owston, the shire’s acting manager of emergency services and community safety,...
Teen freed after being hit at notorious intersection 

Teen freed after being hit at notorious intersection 

Emergency crews were forced to cut the doors from a vehicle to safely free a woman who was trapped after a car slammed into the side of her vehicle in Oakford on Monday.  The crash happened about 2pm on November 25 at the intersection of Kargotich and Thomas roads.  A...
Colin’s selfless act for his four-legged friends

Colin’s selfless act for his four-legged friends

An offer to help out a friend about seven years ago has led to Darling Downs resident Colin Wilson to discovering a love and desire to assist others with their four-legged friends.  Mr Wilson was approached by community stalwart and volunteer Lucy Denholm who asked...
A host of talent on offer for this year’s carols

A host of talent on offer for this year’s carols

Byford’s own Briggs Park promises to be a hive of activity next Saturday as hundreds of people come together to enjoy a number of live performances from some talented local acts.  This year’s Byford Carols event will feature performances from the Heritage Country...
No decision on old courts just yet

No decision on old courts just yet

Members of Byford Tennis Club are forced to continue playing on substandard shire-owned courts after council decided this week to continue discussions about the necessary works at a future meeting.  The asphalt tennis courts on Park Road were originally constructed in...