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Small blaze temporarily closes Chinchilla Foodworks

Small blaze temporarily closes Chinchilla Foodworks

News EMERGENCY services were called to the scene of a cooking fire that broke out earlier this morning at a Chinchilla Foodworks.

Foodworks closed after early morning oil cooker fire

Foodworks closed after early morning oil cooker fire

News The store advised its customers on social media this morning

Delightful day at the races

Delightful day at the races

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Western Downs business event highlights region's potential

Western Downs business event highlights region's potential

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      Riders hoof it to Condamine

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