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State Wine Awards spotlights Stanthorpe

The 40th Annual Queensland Wine Awards brought the spotlight to Stanthorpe on 31 October, gathering over 100 vignerons, critics, and industry leaders at the...

Chaplain uniting community for a cause

The Granite Belt Chaplaincy recently hosted its annual Gala Dinner at the Granite Belt Brewery, bringing together community members to raise funds for local...

Isa Rodeo administrators confident of event’s future

The chief executive of Australia’s largest rodeo has been made redundant after voluntary administrators revealed the iconic event owed more than $1.7 million to...

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Sport

Sovereign Animals ‘Boaled’ over

Wheatvale’s Lachlan Boal smashed a sensational 152 off 106 balls with 24 fours to guide his team to victory over Sovereign Animals in the...

Stanthorpe open crew take on Dalby

Stanthorpe Swimming Club is gearing up for the Dalby Open, hosted by the Dalby Dolphins this Sunday. “We have a team of 10 heading...

Turnbridge stars in association

Jenny Tunbridge pulled ahead at the fourth hoop, holding out a challenge from opponents Pauline Smith and Joy Newman to win the Stanthorpe Croquet...

Cowboy duo set for Q Cup

Two of the Warwick Cowboys Toowoomba Rugby League representative stars are set to step up to the next level and play in the Queensland...

Fears for Vic Hill as Colts take competition lead

Lack of numbers has seen Victoria Hill forfeit their second Warwick Cricket Association Condamine Cup A grade game in a row leading to fears...

Summit carnival success for Taylor and Zamprogno

Frank Taylor and Eliseo Zamprogno have taken out the three bowl pairs at the Summit Carnival at the weekend. The carnival was held Saturday...

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Entertainment

Time to pARTicipate

Southern Downs artists of all ages will be the stars when Warwick Art Gallery presents the pARTicipate exhibition opening on 17 October, continuing until...

Breathing out

Imagine being paid to visit some of the most beautiful places in Australia and talk to fascinating people along the way. New co-presenter of SBS’...

Discover Leyburn Heritage Trail

Known as the town of living history, Leyburn provides a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore the well-preserved buildings and landmarks...

Generations of teaching

“How many people here went to a public school?” I had just started a job at one of the country’s major newspapers, and amidst...

Building potential and ability

My Grade One teacher Mrs Locke must have been onto something when she wrote on my end-of-year report card, “Russell has real ability and...

Actor returns to Stanthorpe in 1999

It is a little-known fact that actor Shane Porteous began his acting career in Stanthorpe. Best known for his role as Dr Terrence Elliott...

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A family built from battle

The date 28 February marks a solemn day of remembrance for the 8th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (8RAR), commemorating the sacrifices made during...

The making of Ridgemill

Martin Cooper grew up in the premier wine region of the Yarra Valley in Victoria, and when he was at university studying civil engineering...

Workshops for local businesses

The Stanthorpe Chamber of Commerce, supported by Queensland Government and the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training, is proud to present the “Small...

Local plumber has everything you need

Stanthorpe local Andrew Quirk started up his business ABQ Plumbing earlier this year and has well and truly hit the ground running. Andrew had been...

Find unique gifts at Emporium Lane

It's that time of the year again. Christmas parties, end of year celebrations, catching up with friends for that once a year gathering! Emporium Lane...

Get in style this festive season

Style Shoes is set to be a prime destination for Jingle & Mingle shoppers, with the event kicking off this Friday along Palmerin Street. The...

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Anniversary success

Zonta Stanthorpe are pleased with the recent 25th Anniversary dinner dance, which was well attended by Present and Past Members, District 22 Board Members,...

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New chapter for QLD Tourism

Queensland Country Tourism, formerly known as Southern Queensland Country Tourism, unveiled its rebrand at an event at the historic Gabbinbar Homestead in Toowoomba, marking...

‘Hours and hours’ of work pays off for rural firies

Launch day of the Granite Belt’s newest fire shed marked a significant moment for the region’s rural fire service and an even more important...

How the Southern Downs voted

An analysis of last week’s Queensland election results showed record levels of pre-polling across the Southern Downs and a decisive victory at all but...

Grants open for the arts

Artists and creative organisations and businesses across the Southern Downs are invited to apply for funding to showcase their innovative and artistic visions to...

The spirit of Stanthorpe

The Rotary Club of Stanthorpe Satellite members brought back their popular "Spooky Walk" in a big way this Halloween, transforming the Stanthorpe Showgrounds exhibition...

Free family-friendly festive season festivities

Get ready to unwrap the festive fun as Christmas cheer sweeps across the Southern Downs and Granite Belt. ‘Tis the season to be jolly, and...