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Flinders Shire Council is inviting producers, transporters, agents, potential operators and facility users to participate in a structured workshop on the future operation of the Hughenden Saleyards and Dipping Facility.
28 September 2026
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Help shape the future of Hughenden Saleyards
Flinders Shire Council is inviting producers, transporters, agents, potential operators and facility users to participate in a structured workshop on the future operation of the Hughenden Saleyards and Dipping Facility. The workshop, Help Shape the Future of the Hughenden...
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September 28, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Flinders Shire Council has secured $4.285 million from the Queensland Government's Community Benefits Fund to deliver a new multi-dwelling housing development in Hughenden.
25 September 2026
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$4.285 million community benefit to deliver new housing in Hughenden
Flinders Shire Council has secured $4.285 million from the Queensland Government's Community Benefits Fund to deliver a new multi-dwelling housing development in Hughenden.
www.flinders.qld.gov.au
September 25, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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Flinders Shire Council appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Flinders Shire Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Kylie Davies as its new Chief Executive Officer.
26 February 2026
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February 26, 2026 at 8:02 AM
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A North West Queensland learning centre designed to help remote-based students overcome barriers to tertiary education and training is celebrating strong demand and student success ahead of its first anniversary.
16 September 2026
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CUC Hughenden celebrates strong demand ahead of first anniversary
A North West Queensland learning centre designed to help remote-based students overcome barriers to tertiary education and training is celebrating strong demand and student success ahead of its first anniversary.
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September 15, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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Anna Bethel and Jesse Holmstrom share how Country Universities Centre Hughenden is helping them achieve their career goals - and why others should consider pursuing further education in the Flinders Shire.
16 September 2026
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CUC Hughenden first anniversary: Meet the students
Anna Bethel and Jesse Holmstrom share how Country Universities Centre Hughenden is helping them achieve their career goals - and why others should consider pursuing further education in the Flinders Shire.
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September 15, 2026 at 10:43 PM
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Flinders Shire Council will not proceed with the evaluation stage of the current procurement process for the future operation of the Hughenden Saleyards and Dipping Facility.
04 September 2026
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Council considers next steps for Hughenden Saleyards procurement
Flinders Shire Council will not proceed with the evaluation stage of the current procurement process for the future operation of the Hughenden Saleyards and Dipping Facility.
www.flinders.qld.gov.au
September 4, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Flinders Shire Council is forging ahead with critical works to secure the region’s water supply, with a tender for the design of a new water treatment plant kicking off the Flinders Full Bore water and wastewater...
02 September 2026
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Council going ‘full bore’ on water infrastructure upgrades
Flinders Shire Council is forging ahead with critical works to secure the region’s water supply, with a tender for the design of a new water treatment plant kicking off the Flinders Full Bore water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades.
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September 2, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Flinders Shire Council is taking action to address a critical housing shortage and other long-term challenges for the region, launching a housing roadmap alongside a community strengths and needs assessment.
13 August 2026
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Council launches housing roadmap to tackle critical shortage
Flinders Shire Council is taking action to address a critical housing shortage and other long-term challenges for the region, launching a housing roadmap alongside a community strengths and needs assessment.
www.flinders.qld.gov.au
August 12, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Flinders Shire Council has renewed calls for submissions to manage the Hughenden Saleyards and Dipping Facility, with 10 days to go until the tender closing date.
11 August 2026
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Hughenden Saleyards tender closing soon
Flinders Shire Council has renewed calls for submissions to manage the Hughenden Saleyards and Dipping Facility, with 10 days to go until the tender closing date. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their proposals and any questions they have via Council’s procurement...
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August 11, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Council calls for tender for operation of Hughenden Saleyards
Flinders Shire Council has opened a public tender process for the future operation of the Hughenden Saleyards and Dipping Facility, inviting...
28 July 2026
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July 28, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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Hughenden Showgrounds development update
Flinders Shire Council shares an update on the Hughenden Showgrounds, where significant upgrades are well underway.
23 July 2026
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July 23, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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Council unveils community's vision for Hughenden Leisure Precinct
Flinders Shire Council has launched a blueprint for the revitalisation of the Hughenden Leisure Precinct to guide future investment and...
23 July 2026
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July 22, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Urgent action needed to stop weed spread in the Flinders River
Flinders Shire Council is calling on the Queensland Government to take immediate action to clean up state-managed waterways and stop the...
15 July 2026
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July 14, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Mayor calls for action to protect Hughenden Anglican Church
Flinders Shire Mayor Kate Peddle is calling for urgent action to protect Hughenden’s Anglican Church precinct from being lost to private...
10 July 2026
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July 10, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Flinders Shire Mayor welcomes $20m CopperString infrastructure funding
Flinders Shire Mayor Kate Peddle has welcomed a $20 million commitment from the Queensland Government for enabling infrastructure al...
01 July 2026
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July 1, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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Mayor’s Budget Speech – Adoption of 2026–2027 Budget
Discover how we are investing in water security, local infrastructure, and a stronger future for all our townships – read Flinders Shire Mayor Kate Pe...
24 June 2026
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June 24, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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Hughenden wins silver in Queensland’s ‘Top Tourism Town’ awards
Hughenden has officially cemented its status as one of Queensland’s premier Outback tourism destinations, taking home Silver in the highly-...
18 June 2026
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June 18, 2026 at 10:15 PM
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Flinders Shire welcomes historic CopperString budget boost
Flinders Shire Council has welcomed the State Government’s record $3.2 billion budget commitment to CopperString, calling it a landmark victory ...
10 June 2026
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June 10, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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“Get on with it”: Energy delegation pushes for ramp-up CopperString
Galvanised by critical lessons from the American energy sector, a powerful coalition of regional mayors, industry pioneers, and a visit...
02 June 2026
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June 2, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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Council recognised as finalists in Queensland Reconciliation Awards
Flinders Shire Council is proud to celebrate its recognition as a finalist at the 2026 Queensland Reconciliation Awards for the Festival...
29 May 2026
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May 29, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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Texas energy giants to fuel Flinders Shire Council’s renewable boom
Flinders Shire Council is taking a leaf out of the Texas playbook to supercharge its economic future, welcoming a high-profile delegatio...
25 May 2026
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May 26, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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Hughenden delivers record-breaking 2026 Festival of Outback Skies
The 2026 Hughenden Festival of Outback Skies has wrapped up as the biggest and most successful in the event's history, with a record crowd...
05 May 2026
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May 5, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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Queensland Dinosaur Week 2026 roars into Hughenden and Flinders Shire
Queensland Dinosaur Week 2026 (4-10 May) will shine a spotlight on Hughenden and the Flinders Shire, celebrating the region’s extrao...
28 April 2026
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April 28, 2026 at 8:02 AM
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Countdown is on! 2 weeks to go until biggest ever Hughenden Festival
Flinders Shire Council is gearing up for one of its biggest events yet, with the countdown officially on for the 2026 Hughenden Festi...
17 April 2026
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April 17, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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$7.9 million boost for key road upgrades across Flinders Shire
Flinders Shire Council has welcomed a significant investment in local infrastructure, with three priority road projects securing funding un...
08 April 2026
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April 8, 2026 at 8:01 AM