Western Downs Regional Council
Government AdministrationQueensland, Australia201-500 Employees
Western Downs Regional Council is a government administration entity based in Dalby, Queensland, overseeing a large regional area of 38,039 square kilometres and serving a population around 30,000. It operates as a local government council within the Queensland region, managing public assets and infrastructure to support growth and development, including a significant energy sector within its boundaries. The council positions itself as a strategic regional body with the authority to leverage growth opportunities in the Surat Basin, supported by a sizable workforce and governance capabilities aimed at meeting rising demand for local infrastructure. In addition to its core public administration role, it engages in partnerships and community initiatives through initiatives like manufacturing, energy futures programs, and cultural events, reflecting its broad scope of public services and regional development activities. The organization is located at 30 Marble Street in Dalby, and maintains a presence through partnerships with state-level agencies and industry groups to advance its regional objectives.