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Housing information night

Somewhere to live is a basic human need – one that a lot of people are struggling to meet due the current housing crisis...

Littleproud secures endorsement ahead of looming federal election

Nationals leader David Littleproud has once again been endorsed as the LNP’s Maranoa candidate as both major parties launch into campaign-mode ahead of this...

The last story of the four Talgai warriors

A few months ago, the stories of three of the sons of George Carr Clark’s large family were written to highlight the incredible military...

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Sport

Rain can’t dampen cricket enthusiasm

Rain may have put a dampener on the cricket across the Southern Downs and Granite Belt at the weekend but there is still a...

Women invited to shoot some hoops

Calling all ladies and women’s sports looking for a fun way to stay fit or just enjoy running up and down the court. Warwick basketball...

Walking football headed for Stanthorpe

Walking Football is coming to Stanthorpe with two Come and Try evenings set to be held to introduce the sport to the region. The...

Big success for young swimmers

Stanthorpe Swimming Club had a team of eight swimmers head west for the Inglewood Open on Sunday 12 January. Club president Craig Magnussen said...

The future of Warwick Rugby

Despite the weather, 35 would-be junior Rugby players have taken part in the first Mini Rats Rugby Clinic aimed at introducing a new generation...

Good foundation sees Ward take cup

Jason Ward has taken out the Stanthorpe Golf Foundation Cup sponsored by President Len Leigh following the second round played in cool blustery and...

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Entertainment

Christmas time in Allora

The community of Allora will come together on Saturday 7 December for their 2024 Allora Bush Christmas. A long-held tradition the event was always held...

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...

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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...

Community News

Too much information at Warwick bridge

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Prizegiving awards for bridge

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A marriage of love

When Jessica Kaloczy married Matthew Doorley at St Barnabas Church at Dalveen on 9 November she says her favourite part of the day was...

A total optimist attempt

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Vigorous bidding with a strong hand

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A stellar week for Collins

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‘Accidental historian’ launches virtual memorial for Southern Downs veterans

A Southern Downs historian has gone to great lengths to document her region’s rich military history, launching a virtual memorial commemorating all local veterans...

Year’s first sheep sale well supported by vendors

The new selling season for the 2025 year commenced on the 8 January and the selling agents saw a change with the combination of...

Up to $20k on offer for community groups

Community groups with much-needed infrastructure projects in the pipeline have been urged to express their interest in receiving up to $20,000 in federal grant...

Rodeo results announced

The Warwick New Year’s Eve Rodeo and Fire Works spectacular has been declared a success despite the rain. Warwick Show and Rodeo Organising team member...

Rain drenches rural suburbs

Several rural rainfall records were broken in what proved a wet weekend for parts of the Southern Downs. The Bureau of Meteorology’s Warahgai weather station...

Works for Queensland funding

The council’s is to submit the following list to the Department of State Development from the council’s $4.5 million allocation for approval under the...