An outback Queensland council is playing the role of matchmaker in Cunnamulla, but it's not bachelors and spinsters they are trying to unite in the small town.
Faced with a shortage of housing stock and dozens of empty homes falling into disrepair, Paroo Shire Council took action 18 months ago — and it's paying off.
"We're a little bit like a dating agency for properties," said economic development officer Shelly Holland, who's been driving the council's special social media project.