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Festival fever in Stanthorpe as Apple and Grape hits 60

Stanthorpe is ready to light up as Australia’s longest running harvest festival gets set to celebrate 60 years, transforming the town into a carnival...

Residents hoping Cherrabah rejection sends clear message

Elbow Valley residents are hoping the Southern Downs council’s overwhelming rejection of a controversial water bottling facility at Cherrabah Resort sends a clear message...

Warwick Show returns for 2026

The annual Spano’s IGA Warwick Show is returning to the Warwick Showgrounds from Friday, 10 March to Sunday, 22 March, promising a weekend of...

Festival icon Johnny Crunch returns

Forgotten Dalveen veterans finally recognised

Grassroots push to stop gendered violence before it starts

GALLERY: Killarney show delivers big weekend

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Sport

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...

Sovereign Animals search for first cup

Sovereign Animals are through to their first ever Warwick Cricket Condamine Cup grand final following a gutsy four-wicket win over Redbacks at Slade Park...

Mills illness return successful

Gwen Mills returned from illness to take out the Warwick Women’s Golf February Monthly Medal sponsored by Club Warwick RSL. Mills has been unwell for...

New leadership group for Redbacks

Redbacks have named their leadership group and new sponsor ahead of their 2026 AFL Darling Downs season – which starts on Anzac day according...

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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

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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Bridge club to begin lessons

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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...

Million-dollar feral pig plan opens for feedback

The Queensland Government’s $1 million feral pig management action plan draft is now open for public consultation. Aligning with the national action plan, the...

Who won what at this year’s Stanthorpe Show

Competitors braved the heat to battle it out in a range of different events at this year's Stanthorpe Show in late-January. Here is the full...

Ute muster revving up

The Ute Muster is a fun and lively part of the Killarney Show, giving ute enthusiasts and families a chance to see a huge...

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