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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...

A look back over the years

As we prepare to celebrate our 150th anniversary at school on Saturday 7 September 2024, we are reminded of the countless students, teachers, and...

Kick off the pre season with the Wolves

The countdown to the 2025 Football Queensland Premier League three Darling Downs season has begun, and Queens Park will be buzzing as pre-season training...