Christmas time in Allora
The community of Allora will come together on Saturday 7 December for their 2024 Allora Bush Christmas.
A long-held tradition the event was always held...
Time to pARTicipate
Southern Downs artists of all ages will be the stars when Warwick Art Gallery presents the pARTicipate exhibition opening on 17 October, continuing until...
Breathing out
Imagine being paid to visit some of the most beautiful places in Australia and talk to fascinating people along the way.
New co-presenter of SBS’...
Discover Leyburn Heritage Trail
Known as the town of living history, Leyburn provides a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore the well-preserved buildings and landmarks...
Generations of teaching
“How many people here went to a public school?” I had just started a job at one of the country’s major newspapers, and amidst...
Building potential and ability
My Grade One teacher Mrs Locke must have been onto something when she wrote on my end-of-year report card, “Russell has real ability and...
Actor returns to Stanthorpe in 1999
It is a little-known fact that actor Shane Porteous began his acting career in Stanthorpe.
Best known for his role as Dr Terrence Elliott...
One of the oldest living students
Socrates said that: Education is the kindling of a flame – not the filling of a vessel. I started school in 1939, the year...
Reflecting on principal role
It’s been a privilege to reflect on my 13 years as the principal of Stanthorpe State Primary School. When Wendy, my wife, and I...
A trip down memory lane
It only seems like yesterday that I was marching in the parade celebrating Stanthorpe State Primary School’s 100th birthday. I was in Year Three...
A letter from Ms Vetter
I feel very fortunate to have spent 37 wonderful years teaching at SSPS, working under the leadership of Mr Nev Irwin, Rod Mason, Deb...
Memories from Mrs Annette Turner (Miss Prandolini)
Principals, professional partnerships, pupils, paper and pencils... are amongst many special memories I have of teaching at Stanthorpe State Primary School.
From chalkboards and...
Shaping communities through art and music
Marissa Clark’s journey from Brisbane’s quiet suburb of Yeronga to becoming a pivotal figure in the Granite Belt's cultural landscape is one of passion,...
