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Network upgrades cause Stanthorpe mobile outages

Many Stanthorpe-based Optus customers have reported experiencing service disruptions this week, with the mobile provider’s mobile site in the area currently undergoing upgrades. The...

Fuel shortages raising serious concerns across Southern Downs

Small town fuel retailers across the Southern Downs have been left high and dry by worsening fuel shortages. Independent distributors in several villages have begun...

Country show fun returns to Inglewood

The 2026 Inglewood Show promises a weekend full of excitement, entertainment, and family-friendly fun. The festivities kick off on Friday 13th March, with free...

‘Pure silliness’: Locals slam council over Leyburn General Store dispute

Upcycling for a better future for women

Motorists warned to brace for increased fuel prices

Realtor locked out of bank accounts for 10 days

Digital Edition

Sport

Bumper year for junior cricketers

Stanthorpe Junior Cricket has celebrated the end of a big season with more than 200 kids and parents and grandparents coming to the competition...

Scene set for exciting Stanthorpe semi-final

Valley’s are still pinching themselves after making it into the Stanthorpe Cricket Association semi-final against Souths at CF White, Stanthorpe this weekend. The side...

Faulks stars in Pittsworth

Pittsworth Ladies Golf open day Warwick rookie Sharon Faulks has starred finishing second overall with a nett of 70. A team of 13 travelled...

Super Sprints return to Morgan Park

The opening round of the Queensland Super Sprints Series A1 roared into life at Morgan Park Raceway, Warwick at the weekend. This was the...

Wolves draw against leading club

Warwick Wolves came from behind to snare an impressive two-all draw in their round two Darling Downs Premier League Three senior men’s football clash...

Men’s fours decided

Peter Gynther (Southern Cross), Aaron McKinnon (Warwick East), Wes Smith (Inglewood) and Neville Morris (Texas) have come home strongly to secure the Men’s District...

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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...

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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

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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ARK’s pet of the week is Huxley

Huxley is a gorgeous Kelpie x Border Collie who clearly missed the memo about being a high‑drive working breed. While his ancestors were out...

Gundy players join bridge ranks

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‘Political games’: Council and festival clash over funding deal

A breakdown in funding negotiations has erupted into a war of words between the Southern Downs council and organisers of the Stanthorpe Apple and...

Blood moon dazzles across Southern Downs

On Tuesday, 3 March, millions of people across the country looked up into the night sky to see a total lunar eclipse and a...

‘I’m buggered’: Nationals leader quits party’s top job

Nationals leader David Littleproud is stepping down as leader of the Nationals, saying he’s had enough. Mr Littleproud announced on Tuesday, 10 March, he would...

Glitz and glamour at Apple and Grape gala

The glamour and tradition of the Stanthorpe Apple and Grape Harvest Festival were on full display at the 2026 gala ball, where festival ambassadors...

Club takes fresh approach to revive women’s AFL

A local sporting club has taken a unique approach in their bid to field the club’s first senior women’s side in a decade. The Warwick...

GALLERY: Crowds pack Stanthorpe for milestone Apple and Grape

Organisers of Australia’s longest running harvest festival have been left stunned by what they estimated to be a record year. Marking its 60th birthday, the...

Warwick mourns former deputy mayor Doug Cutmore

Tributes have poured out for former councillor and bagpipe player Doug Cutmore OAM who passed away last Tuesday, aged 89. Mr Cutmore was born in...

GALLERY: Street parade pays tribute to festival’s 60th

Nothing beats a good old fashioned street parade and Stanthorpe proved why on Saturday. The town's main street became a stream of fruit-themed parade floats,...

Warwick writer among winners of global memoir competition

Emerging Warwick writer Sarah Fisher has earned a spot amongst 39 authors from around the world in a memoir compilation book. The book is titled...

Champion cowboys inbound as Stanthorpe Rodeo goes pro

The Brass Monkey Stanthorpe Rodeo has grabbed the reins and gone pro, joining the elite Australian Professional Rodeo Association line up of events for...

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