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Maranoa's newly elected Council has resoundingly objected to plans by mining giant Glencore.

At its first meeting, held on Wednesday, 10 April 2024, Maranoa Regional Council formally acknowledged and accepted the resignation of its Chief Executive Officer Edwina Marks.

The local government quadrennial elections were held on Saturday, 16 March 2024.

The local government quadrennial elections were held on Saturday, 16 March 2024.

The Keep Maranoa Beautiful campaign is gearing up for its annual kerbside collection event, providing residents with the opportunity to dispose of large household items, green waste, and metal waste.

Commemorating those who have made significant impacts on the Roma Saleyards, join the families and community on Tuesday 12 March 2024, for the unveiling of the new memorial wall.

This August, the Cobb & Co Festival returns to the Maranoa, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the last horse-drawn mail coach service in Australia.

Maranoa Regional Council is excited to announce the commencement of 2024’s Childcare Educator Bursaries.

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Council is urging the State Government, through the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR), to urgently support a pilot for Q400 flights into the Roma Airport, 3 times a week.

Maranoa Regional Council continues to support and assist communities through a variety of community betterment actions.

The Maranoa region is seeking to address a surge in Indian Myna (Acridotheres tristis) bird activities, primarily during dawn and dusk, causing concerns in several town centres.

Queensland Government's $10 Million Investment in Building Bush Tourism

The Maranoa Regional Council is pleased to announce it has endorsed $70,000 for the inaugural Medical bursary round for 2024.