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Life membership for three Allora Show veterans

It was lifetime honours for three passionate Allora show veterans on Saturday. Narelle Henry, Kerry Haig and Keith Robin shared a proud moment when presented...

Iconic arches return for 2026 Apple and Grape Festival

The official countdown to the Apple and Grape Festival has begun with the iconic arches being put up over the weekend. Taking just over three...

Iconic arches return for 2026 Apple and Grape Festival

The official countdown to the Apple and Grape Festival has begun with the iconic arches being put up over the weekend. Taking just over three...

Local talent on display

Plans to permanently relocate hospital helipad confirmed

Record year of giving for Queensland Country Bank

Stanthorpe Soldiers Memorial marks historic 100th anniversary

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Sport

Valley’s on the move

From last to third in just a couple of weeks, Valley’s have moved into final’s contention with just three rounds of the Stanthorpe and...

Gow qualifies for fifth Qld sprints

Stanthorpe swimmer Ellice Gow competed in her fifth Queensland Sprint Championship in Brisbane capping off a big weekend of swimming for the club. Stanthorpe...

Veteran trainer remembered

Veteran Southern Downs trainer Les Clarke is being remembered as a gentleman of the racing game after a career which yielded feature races across...

Clean-sweep for Stuart

Lisa Stuart has continued to star in the Stanthorpe Women’s competition winning the Monthly Medal and Putting competition. Seven women took part in the event...

Hinze scores first medal

Sam Hinze has won the first Warwick Women’s Golf Monthly Medal of the Year played on 28 January. Hinze took out the Division One title...

Hole-in-one for Ryan

Cooler conditions thanks to an afternoon breeze brought croquet players back to the green in greater numbers with Carol Ryan scoring the Warwick Croquet...

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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...

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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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Counting an essential skill

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GALLERY: Showtime in Allora

The Allora Show has wrapped up for another year after three days of near non-stop action. It was a blend of familiar favourites and fresh...

Combined $160k locked in for three major local events

Three major events, including two on the Southern Downs, have secured a combined $160,000 in state funding, delivering a boost to the region’s tourism...

Free workshops to target violence against women

Free workshops aimed at preventing violence against women will be held in Warwick next month, offering locals a practical introduction to safe and respectful...

Father and son flee as grass fires claim home

One home has been confirmed lost while elsewhere a small town was left counting their blessings after firefighters spent the weekend battling multiple fires...

Applethorpe rubbish fire has been deemed non-suspicious by Queensland Police.

The Applethorpe rubbish fire overnight has been deemed non-suspicious by Queensland Police. The fire, near Aerodrome Road in Applethorpe, was under control by 6...

Man dead after vehicle crashes into waterway

Police have confirmed the death of a 56-year-old Brisbane man whose vehicle crashed into a waterway in Warwick on Saturday morning. Emergency services were called...

Young riders eye pathways forward

Endurance horse riding encourages participation across all ages and all abilities. The Stirling’s Crossing Endurance Centre annual education weekend highlighted this, with young riders coming...

Rising costs squeeze vegetable sector

One month into 2026, Australian vegetable growers continue to face significant financial pressure, according to the 2026 outlook published published last week by AusVeg....

Pride in region

As the Stanthorpe Agricultural Society rings in its 150th birthday with another successful Stanthorpe Show, Councillor Joel Richters said attending the iconic show alongside...

Water bombers deployed as grass fire encircles Karara

Water bombing aircraft have joined the fight to defend a small township west of Warwick from fires that forced roads shut, triggered a school...

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