Budget prep continues
In planning for the 2012/2013 budget, Southern Downs Regional Council has instructed officers to prepare a budget based on a lower percentage increase than...
Producers aiding diabetes solution
At the start of Diabetes Week 2012, peak industry body Growcom said Queensland horticulture producers were growing part of the solution to the problem...
Great expectations for Queensland councils
Local Government Minister David Crisafulli is urging councils to find new ways to fund community infrastructure and services in the face of Queensland’s crippling...
Mayor happy with budget progress
Budget discussions are well under-way, said Southern Downs Regional Mayor Peter Blundell, following recent budget deliberations by the council.
“The council will continue to look...
Street numbering can save your life
“Lives may be at risk!” is the stern warning issued by the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) over the lack of adequate street numbering, especially...
Boundaries for new Darling Downs regional plan
The first step towards a new Statutory Regional Plan for the growing Darling Downs region has been unveiled by the State Government.
Deputy Premier...
Support for cancer group
A large crowd supported the country music day for cancer that the Warwick and District Country Music Club held recently.
Attendees enjoyed a barbecue lunch,...
Building a rural health workforce
The Federal Government has agreed to investigate extending the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) rebate to allied health professionals working in rural and regional...
Planning for Jumpers and Jazz heats up
Unique fire drums will heat up the night at the Killarney Bonfire Night.
Metalworkers, amateur and professional, are invited to create a fire drum...
Wallangarra Transfer Station opening soon
Residents in the Wallangarra area will soon be able to take advantage of improved facilities for their waste management, with the opening of the...
Rating Consultation Group begins review of 2012/2013 rating model
The Southern Downs Regional Council’s Rating Consultation Group has begun a review of the 2012/2013 rating model being considered by the council.
The group is...
Sign of the times
In recent months, Southern Downs and Granite Belt Regional Tourism has coordinated the installation of interpretative signage at historically significant buildings and attractions throughout...
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Release your inner film critic
Granite Belt cinema buffs will have the chance to release their inner film critic when the Manhattan Short Film Festival comes to Stanthorpe on...
