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INVESTING in futuristic gadgets could make the Western Downs a hub for drone technology in Queensland.
About $20,000 has been allocated to explore the feasibility of building a Drone Centre of Excellence, with councillor Donna Ashurst telling the News Corp the centre’s development was advancing faster than anticipated.
“Our second drone forum held last year highlights the keen interest in drones as problem solvers in many of our region’s target markets including agriculture, energy, transport and logistics,” she said.
“The Drone Centre of Excellence may incorporate training, racing infrastructure, education and research opportunities.”
Developing international relationships is another goal council are vying for, with the Western Downs council to make connections with another city as part of a “sister city” program.
Following the success of the delegates from Texas’ visit, council is investing in developing more relationships with councils on an international level.
“This means that we could host international delegates from our sister city, fostering not only friendship but a greater understanding of another culture,” Cr Ashurst said.
Council estimates that $46,000 will be spent in total on the drone program.
