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Bin blazes spark safety reminder

The Southern Downs Regional Council (SDRC) are reminding residents that not all household items are safe to dispose of in general waste or recycling...

Maternity care win for Darling Downs Health

Darling Downs Health has been named the 2026 Every Week Counts Collaborative Champion for their “outstanding” work to improve maternity care for Aboriginal and...

National Pet Day highlights the power of companionship

National Pet Day offers a timely reminder of the important role animals play in our lives, not just as companions, but as a source...

Search for three men continues after Wheatvale burglary

Man charged following alleged armed robberies

The unsung bravery of Leyburn’s William Kim

Motorsport stars to take over Leslie Park

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Sport

Murray and Ryan star

Brian Murray and Carol Ryan both scored a hole-in-one during Thursday 2 April’s Warwick Croquet Golf Play day. Meanwhile Rhyl Dearden and Lorrie Henderson...

Under 19s raring to go as TRL begins

The Toowoomba Rugby League senior season kicks off this weekend with the Warwick Cowboys set to face a very familiar face. Col Speed, representative coach...

Kelly wins medal

A solid day of golf has seen Linda Kelly take out the Stanthorpe Women’s midweek Monthly Medal held on 1 April. An enthusiastic group of...

Every bunny enjoyed Easter bowls

Twenty bowlers playing in pairs took part in the Warwick Bowls Club Easter Mystery Bowls on Saturday, Brian Black and Bruce Cameron got the...

Big day for croquet

There were a swag of holes-in-one at this week’s Warwick Croquet Club Golf Play on Thursday 26 March. Four players managed the elusive hole...

Preparing for club championships

Two Club Championship events will be played at the Summit Bowls Club during the next few weeks. Saturday 18 April will see the club play...

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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...

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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

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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Dalveen student becomes Prime Minister for the day

Dalveen local, 12-year-old Jett Jarvis, got to be Prime Minister for the day after winning Squiz Kids’ competition with his video about wonky produce...

Bridge lesson in the power of the ten

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Police investigations into string of vehicle thefts continue

Police are currently investigating a string of armed robberies and vehicles thefts across the Darling Downs region, with the suspect believed to be last...

Killarney man in critical condition after motorbike crash

Queensland Police are currently investigating a motorbike traffic crash in Killarney that occurred on Saturday, 4 April, resulting in a 65-year-old Killarney man being...

Questacon’s Science Circus returns to Warwick

Canberra’s Questacon will be coming to the Southern Downs with the Questacon Science Circus, making the trip up to Warwick during these school holidays....

Beating cancer, one step at a time

Simon Harvey didn’t have to to walk around Australia in his own battle with cancer - he is doing it to raise awareness of...

Heritage trail offers journey through time

A new self-guided heritage trail is inviting visitors to uncover the rich history of the Southern Downs, with the Yangan to Mount Colliery route...

The time value of life: What does it really mean?

The statistics say that 85 per cent of residents in lifestyle-focused retirement communities are 75 and over. That raises an important question: are people...

Police ramping up road presence for holidays

Police will be out in force across the region this Easter, with a major road safety operation targeting high-risk behaviour as holiday traffic increases. Officers...

Young eco warriors step up to save rare turtle species

Students at Ballandean State School are helping lead efforts to save a locally endangered turtle species. The school has teamed up with environmental advocates Granite...

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