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Labor: The budget we had to have

The long-term gains from controversial housing tax changes are worth the short-term political pain, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has declared, after two new opinion polls...

Southern Downs records heaviest rain in months

Parts of the Southern Downs have experienced the wettest 24 hours in months after a band of wet weather delivered much needed rain to...

New group aiming to protect Broadwater forest

Local people with an interest in protecting the conservation and recreational values of the Broadwater State Forest, outside Stanthorpe, have been invited to a...

Weather system delivers patchy rain to Southern Downs

Licence suspended for speeding teen

Community matters more than ever

35th annual FB-EK Holden Nationals come to Stanthorpe

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Sport

Warwick junior gets a taste of the big time

It’s not every day you have a front row seat to a Rugby League State of Origin – not in the stands but on...

True test for competition leaders

The unbeaten Warwick Cowboys are set to face a true test of their depth and strength when they go into their Toowoomba Rugby League...

Wolves look to bounce back

Just a week after back-to-back wins in the Football Queensland Premier League Three Darling Downs had the Warwick Wolves men’s side flying high and...

Good win for fledgling Bombers

The combined Warwick Redbacks and South Toowoomba Bombers have won their first ever game in the Darling Downs AFLQ women’s competition. In just their fourth...

Redbacks go down in arm-wrestle

The Criterion Hotel Warwick Redbacks fell short against the Toowoomba Tigers for the second time this season, going down by 21 points in round...

Water Rats go down

The Warwick Water Rats have suffered their first loss of the 2026 season, going down 33-17 to the Toowoomba Rangers at UniSQ in the...

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Entertainment

Soup, trivia and spectacular yarnbombing

Churches of Christ is excited to present a colourful yarnbombing display, and not one, but two trivia events, a musical trivia and soup luncheon...

Maryvale’s Butterfly Café to delight

Country hospitality takes centre stage in Maryvale this Jumpers and Jazz in July, with the return of the much-loved Butterfly Café at the Maryvale...

Jazz in the courtyard

Many locals have discovered our Courtyard Coffee, open every Friday morning at the Warwick Uniting Church on Guy Street. However, this Jumpers and Jazz...

Girl Chats and paperbacks

Jumpers & Jazz have added a mid-week option to their events this year, with the inaugural Girl Chat & Paperbacks book club morning tea. Event...

Fire, flavour and fine wine

An unforgettable gourmet adventure awaits as this year’s Jumpers and Jazz in July Long Lunch celebrates the best of the Southern Downs region, on...

FEATURE: 12 years in the bakery scene

For locals and visitors alike, Zest Pastries has become a well-known part of the Stanthorpe food scene. Located on Maryland Street, Zest has been...

In Business - Sponsored

Star Realty QLD celebrates three year milestone

This year marks an exciting milestone for Star Realty QLD as the locally owned business celebrates three years of helping property owners and tenants...

Backing first home buyers

Darling Downs Bank is proud to support more first home buyers in our community to achieve home ownership through participation in the Australian Government...

Redbacks rally for big season

There’s a real sense of excitement building around the Redbacks as they head into the new season, with plenty happening both on and off...

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...

Community News

Familiar faces return

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Bridge’s most important moment

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ARK’s pet of the week

Shadow arrived to Ark very frightened of her new surroundings. It has taken her time to come out of her shell, but she is...

McGinness dominates with two wins

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ARK’s pet of the week

Hi, I’m Rocco. I’m a very sweet and affectionate Border Collie mix with a big heart and lots of love to give. I found...

Taking the risk

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‘Sign of the times’: QCWA branch to close after 65 years

Members of the Victoria Hill Queensland Country Women’s Association would have been hoping to celebrate the branch's 65th birthday with great fanfare next month...

An update from Allora Days for Girls

For this month only, Allora and District Days for Girls will be brought forward to 21 May due to the room being needed for...

Local pubs get behind $600k charity beer drive

Great Northern’s the great shout is back for its second year, but this time with a local twist, aiming to give back to farmers...

Red ink in the regions: Littleproud slams budget

This year's federal budget is said to build on the government's current efforts to curb cost-of-living expenses despite geopolitical issues causing prices to increase,...

Bold slam bid earns top bridge score

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NDIS overhaul: $32b in cuts sparks regional concerns

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) overhaul has now been confirmed in the Federal Budget announced earlier this week, with the Albanese government announcing...

Warwick Toastmasters to mark 40 years

Warwick Toastmasters held their inaugural meeting on 26 May 1986 and continues forty years later. Throughout this time, the club has provided training in public...

Buyers competing for limited livestock

Main livestock numbers were reduced this week with 1244 head of cattle finding their way into the market and 1389 head of sheep and...

Dry conditions push lighter stock into yard

Agents and vendors combined again to present 1389 head of sheep and lambs for the weekly sale. The buyers forum was there with two...

Dalveen Sports Day returns after decades on the sidelines

The age-old tradition of Dalveen Sports Day has been resurrected after the Dalveen Sports Club and Dalveen School P&C joined forces to host the...

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