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CWA support students studies

Three outstanding students from the region have been awarded the QCWA Condamine Valley/Warwick Branch bursary for 2025, each receiving $2000 to assist with their...

Council secures $426k for aerodrome upgrade

Lighting at Stanthorpe Aerodrome will be given an almost half a million dollar safety upgrade to improve visibility for pilots during tough flying conditions. The...

NARA: Supporting workplaces with strategy, culture and wellbeing

NARA Workplace Capability Consultancy is officially launching, bringing an evidence based approach to workplace resilience, leadership, and team cohesion. NARA integrates commercial business practices,...

Calling for the next Apple and Grape Ambassadors

Cuddle beds comforting patients at K-Life

WillowTree 37 Women’s Support Centre opens doors to the community

Impound boxes to close after hours permanently

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Sport

Summit competition set

The Summit Men’s Club triples are set to be played at the weekend. This event will be played in two sections. Teams in Section...

Boxers aim for second Aussie titles

The year may be just a couple of months old but it’s already shaping up to be an impressive one for the Warwick Boxing...

Solman stars as Vanuatu pipped at the post

Despite a valiant effort, the Vanuatu women’s cricket team fell to Samoa by nine wickets in the final of the Pacific-France Women’s Championship at...

Hinze continues title domination

Samantha Hinze has continued her domination of the Warwick Women’s Golf Championship taking out the title again on Sunday. After having a good weekend...

Orienteers aim for State titles

More than 70 students from across the Darling Downs will take part in the regional trials this week aiming for a place in the...

Youth kicking goals

More than 30 Redbacks Juniors took to the field at halftime during this year’s Cardinal Cup pre-season Darling Downs Australian Rules trial game. The...

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Show off the culinary skills

Start practising those kitchen skills ahead of the Cookery section at the 2025 Killarney Show. Whether you’re an experienced baker or someone eager to...

Revving with excitement

The Killarney Ute Show is back for another year, bringing together a great lineup of vehicles and categories for ute enthusiasts to enjoy. Dukes...

A night to remember

Get ready for an exciting night as the Killarney Butchery Rodeo takes centre stage on Friday 21 February, kicking off at 6pm. Proudly sponsored...

Not your average race

The Killarney Show is set to deliver an exciting new event in 2025 with the introduction of Chainsaw Racing on Saturday 22 February. This...

Congratulations on wonderful milestone

One hundred and fifty years is a remarkable milestone, and I congratulate St Joseph’s School on its sesquicentenary this month. Back in 1875, Stanthorpe was...

Wonderful memories flood back

I spent my entire primary school years at St Joseph’s. I remember clearly Mrs Shannon, our Grade 1 teacher. I’m still in...

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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

Tricks in the hand

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Capturing the repetition

Allora Photography Group met in Allora on Wednesday 12 March at 7pm to have their February topic photos, Repetition, judged by PSQ Judge, John...

Recycling opportunities at Whistle Stop garden

The Whistlestop Heritage and Community Garden has taken the initiative to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill in the Southern Downs. In...

A celebration of cards and cake

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TC Alfred live updates: What you need to know

10.50am - SUPPLY CHAINS ABLE TO RE-STOCK AROUND THE CLOCK by Lucy Waldron As many residents stock up in preparation for TC Alfred, the Queensland Government...

How to prepare for extreme weather

Cyclones and storm surges can cause significant damage, but proper preparation can help reduce their impact. Here’s a guide to ensuring your safety and...

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Rabbits Eat Lettuce heads elsewhere for 2025

Contentious music festival Rabbits Eat Lettuce will still go ahead over the Easter long weekend, but not in the Southern Downs. Organisers revealed on Thursday,...

Councillor fires ‘green council’ shot in tense debate

A proposed biodiversity management strategy has drawn sharp criticism from Southern Downs councillors with one expressing concern at gaining a reputation as a “green...

Leslie Camp back in conversations

The future of the Leslie Dam Active Recreation Centre could be revived, as correspondence between the Southern Downs Regional Council and the Queensland Government...

Prices ‘solid’ for Stanthorpe blue ribbon weaners

Some of the region’s top weaners were among nearly 2,300 yarded at George and Fuhrmann’s annual blue ribbon weaner sale at Stanthorpe showgrounds last...

New Youth Council tackling the big issues

The Southern Downs Youth Council held its Induction Day on 27 February, bringing together over 20 high school students from across the region to...

Council’s rabbit board payment to rise by 3.5 per cent

Southern Downs Regional Council will contribute approximately $376,000 towards the Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board next financial year. The contribution, which was proposed to the council...

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