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Passing legacy to future generations

To honour the sacrifices of Australia and New Zealand’s armed forces, schools across the nation commemorated Anzac Day with solemn ceremonies and educational activities....

Stanthorpe bush poet’s sixth book chronicles life of forgotten miner

North Queenslander Jim McJannett spent more than 50 years researching one of Australia’s greatest prospectors before he sadly passed away. Stanthorpe bush poet Jack Drake...

Centenarian Ida is still doing her bit

At the remarkable age of 100 years and nine months, Ida Jackson stands as one of Queensland’s oldest living Australian Women’s Army Service members....

Redback’s debutants star

The Warwick's Gardens Galore Redbacks suffered defeat in their opening round match of the AFLQ Darling Downs Men’s A grade competition against the Toowoomba...

Armbruster’s Paris campaign ramps up

Stanthorpe's Ben Armbruster has shown he won't be leaving anything in the tank as he chases his Olympic dreams after a gutsy performance at...

Robertson stars at first titles

Warwick horsewoman Kimberly Robertson has finished fifth overall at her first Australian Horse Archery Association National Championships at Cheshunt near Wangaratta in Victoria earlier...

Wolves Women win

Warwick Wolves Senior Women’s team put their first win on the board against Willowburn at Queens Park in the Football Queensland Darling Downs women’s...

Cowboys look for Old Boys win

There won’t be a shield on the line this week for the Warwick Cowboys but their will be plenty to play for this weekend...

Cowboys look for Old Boys win

There won’t be a shield on the line this week for the Warwick Cowboys but their will be plenty to play for this weekend...

Exploring author’s journey

In the intimate setting of St Mark’s Hall, approximately 20 people gathered to delve into the creative journey of local author Georgia Harper. Harper,...

Creativity at WarwicKcon

It was a day of creativity, colour and conversation. Warwick witnessed its first ComiCon Cosplay event as part of Youth Week festivities. Held at the...

Time for a tune

Live band, DJ, playlist or other - music plays a key role in a wedding day. There are the obvious moments during the day that...

Night at the Proms

Singing sensation Mirusia wowed the Stanthorpe audience when she performed as part of a special Night at the Proms on Saturday night 6 April. About...

A brush with fame

Young people, music and a brush with fame. What more could you want for an event happening during Youth Week? Youth Week, a celebration of...

Songs around the world

Get ready to embark on a musical journey around the globe as the Stanthorpe Little Theatre presents "Guys n Dolls" with a theme of...

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...

Bridge lessons for youth

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Welcome new president and members

The new Stanthorpe Probus Club committee has been elected, with Elaine Griffiths stepping up to take on the presidency for this year. It’s been very...

Impossible par

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Calling for an audience

The Border District Eisteddfod Committee extends a warm invitation to community members to immerse themselves in a day of diverse performances as audience members...

Saying no to violence

Zonta Stanthorpe members have kept busy during the last few months of our calendar year. Proceeds from our Zonta Pink Lunch Breast Cancer fundraiser...

U3A with stroke awareness for seniors

In celebration of October as Seniors’ Month, the University of the 3rd Age (U3A) Granite Belt is gearing up to host an informative general...

Tackling DV to remain a priority for new top cop

Queensland's next top cop says domestic violence will remain a priority after its shocking rise was highlighted in the state's latest crime report. The state's...

Curbing coercive control

Fourteen years in prison! That’s how serious coercive control is. It’s a form of domestic violence. The Queensland Government passed laws on 6 March this...

A Q&A with councillor Cynthia McDonald

This week’s Q&A is with returning councillor Cynthia McDonald, read on as she shares a little look into her life here on the Southern...

View vintage vans in Stanthorpe this weekend

If you have a passion for quaint little houses on wheels or you have fond memories of the halcyon days of caravanning in the...

New mental health program supporting aged care residents

A new mental health initiative has expanded support options for aged care residents in the region, showing promising outcomes. Lives Lived Well, a not-for-profit healthcare...

Men must step up to address the ’crisis’ of violence

Echoing the words of anti-family violence campaigner Rosie Batty, Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus has called on men in Australia to “step up“ and stamp out...

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Passing legacy to future generations

To honour the sacrifices of Australia and New Zealand’s armed forces, schools across the nation commemorated Anzac Day with solemn ceremonies and educational activities....