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Water security tops council’s pre-budget wish list

Water security, infrastructure upgrades and safer roads topped the Southern Downs council’s state and federal pre-budget wishlists with millions in funding sought to future...

Solid prices across the board

The temporary change in the weather from damp to dry saw more stock available to the markets this week, with stock numbers rising to...

Sheep sale yields strong gains

Agents and vendors combined to present a larger yarding of both mutton and lamb types for the weekly sale. The total of 3581 head...

Festival fever in Stanthorpe as Apple and Grape hits 60

Residents hoping Cherrabah rejection sends clear message

Warwick Show returns for 2026

Festival icon Johnny Crunch returns

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Sport

Cowboys trials and club house opening

The new-look Warwick Cowboys rugby league team will take to the field for the first time this weekend with their annual trial against Gold...

Cool Music in hot form in Warwick

Bryan Dais is keen to step Cool Music up in distance after the mare returned to form by claiming the Les Clarke Memorial race...

Dominant display from Ludlow

Lynette Ludlow was the winner when six Stanthorpe ladies lined up for the weekly mid-week single stableford this past Wednesday. The weather was bright...

McMillan and Ludlow star

Brendan McMillan and Lynette Ludlow took the titles as 39 players, including nine women, played out a Single Stableford sponsored by Stanthorpe’s Hello World...

Three teams in semis hunt

Souths, Valleys and RSL are all still in the race for the Stanthorpe and District Cricket semi final with just one round to go...

Stanthorpe swimmers excel at Pittsworth

A team of eight swimmers from Stanthorpe Swimming Club headed to Pittsworth on Sunday for the Pittsworth Piranhas long course swim meet. “There...

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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 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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Feeling the squeeze

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Hart and Smith star in small field

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Beware of novice players

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Schmidt and House snag first win

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Forgotten Dalveen veterans finally recognised

Nineteen World War One veterans have been added to the Dalveen Honour Board after over a century of being unnamed and unrecognised in the...

Grassroots push to stop gendered violence before it starts

Advocates will spell out the 12 actions community members can take to prevent violence against women at two free workshops in Warwick next week. The...

GALLERY: Killarney show delivers big weekend

Small in size but big in spirit, this year’s Killarney Show delivered the goods. Considered one of the smaller agricultural shows on the Darling Downs,...

Historic win for Stanthorpe cricket team

A solid 61 not out from Stanthorpe’s leading run-maker Adam Bonner has helped put the coveted Slade Shield back on the wall in the...

Renewed scrutiny over controversial water licence

Despite persistent community opposition, Queensland Water Minister Ann Leahy has so far resisted making a call on whether to call-in and reassess the controversial...

The untold story of a Warwick hero

The city of Warwick on the Darling Downs has a proud military history that encompasses the Boer War and both World War 1 and...

Report finds hope and urgency for rare farm animals

Australia’s rare farm animals are showing signs of recovery but remain at risk, according to the Rare Breeds Trust of Australia’s 2025 livestock census. The...

Prep to year six students invited to spooky Blue Light disco

Stanthorpe Blue Light’s primary school disco is back with a spooky twist. The event for children in prep to year 6 with two hours...

Nearly 12,000 items sold in garage sale trail

Southern Downs residents sold more than 11,972 pre-loved items and generated more than $107,000 during last year’s Garage Sale Trail, new figures show. Over two...

Anzac legacy the focus for new sub-branch president

Navy veteran Steve Kelly is hoping to keep the Anzac legacy alive for younger generations after stepping into the role of president of Warwick...

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