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Recognising the unsung volunteer heroes of our region

This National Volunteer Week, local volunteers are being invited to come together to help celebrate and support the people who keep the community running....

People flock to dawn service

The Anzac Day dawn service at Stanthorpe started with a bang as the traditional firing of a small historic cannon frightened a flock of...

Have your say: Queensland Health review to shape future of drug and alcohol services

Queensland Health is calling on people throughout the state to submit their experiences of treatment at mental health, alcohol and drug health care providers...

Global fertiliser market facing prolonged period of strain

The land of contrasts and challenges

Darling Downs Health credits staff culture for recruitment success amid statewide crisis

Peace walk to take a stand against violence

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Sport

Moore bowls ahead for Summit group

Pam Moore, Merrylea Wilson, Tammy Robinson and Maree Ball are set to represent the Summit Bowls Club in the district fours play off. The...

Davidson and Scotney win

Clark Davidson and Dave Scotney have taken out the Warwick Bowls Club Two Four Two’s Day sponsored by Cherry Tree Coffee and Dining. First...

Last post and first games for Redbacks

Anzac Day clashes are a big part of Aussie Rules culture across the country and even here on the Southern Downs. Footy returns to...

Four head North

Four of the Warwick Croquet Club headed north this part week to play at Kingaroy as part of a friendship visit. “We left Monday...

Successful event for Easts

Warwick East Bowls Club is celebrating a successful inaugural Tuesday pairs bowls on 14 April. Club spokesman Ed Diery said the event “went well, with...

Dalveen property hosts Orienteers

A grazing property north of Dalveen will be the venue for this Sunday’s orienteering event being organised by the local Bullecourt Boulder Bounders Orienteering...

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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

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

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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Cent auction draws a crowd

Organisers of a community-run cent sale in Killarney are counting their earnings after a hugely successful fundraiser. With a range of prizes up for grabs,...

Morning tea and style: Fashion parade to support LifeFlight

The list of things to do this mothers day weekend just got a lot more fashionable with Groovy Grannies inviting locals to their Mother’s...

School honours ‘magnificent 42’ who died during WWII

The legacy of 42 past SCOTS PGC students who gave their lives during World War II remained front and centre at a pre-Anzac Day...

YOUR SAY: Letters to the editor

Who decides when we’re in drought?: Meteorological drought in Australia is clearly defined: a prolonged period of significantly reduced rainfall, typically when levels fall into...

Iconic Spitfire replica to soar over Stanthorpe this Anzac Day

During this year’s Stanthorpe Anzac Day March, make sure to look to the sky to see Mark Appo and his replica World War two...

Stanthorpe Anzac Day parade to honour servicewomen

To honour the Anzac Day theme of “Women in the Services, Past and Present”, the Stanthorpe RSL Sub-Branch will have a number of current...

Op shop unearths lost World War I medal

As far as op-shop finds go, original World War I military medals are as rare as they come. So when store manager of Neighbours Aid...

Police pressure on as school resumes

A 22-year-old man was fined almost $2000 and lost eight demerit points after being clocked travelling more than 50km/h over the speed limit along...

Staged pipeline build branded ‘disappointing’

Southern Downs councillors have been left wondering when full delivery of the Toowoomba to Warwick pipeline will occur after revelations the Queensland government planned...

The hero within our midst

In 1915 when the Anzac landing at Gallipoli Cove saw Australian soldiers storming the intimidating and dangerous heights above the beach, one man from...

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