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The right choice for your child’s education

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. It’s not just about academics—it’s about...

Carr’s Lookout restoration boosts safety, accessibility and scenic appeal

One of the Southern Downs’ most iconic scenic spots has been given a fresh lease of life, with a major restoration at Carr’s Lookout...

Sister school visits Warwick

Warwick State High School brought the outdoors inside the classroom this week, giving a group of Japanese exchange students a close look at one...

Stanthorpe triples decided

Colin Denning, Robyn Griffith and Brian Brown have taken out the Stanthorpe Bowls 2025 Club Triples held on 30 July. In cool and windy...

McGrady guides Brother’s to a win

Gifted halfback Corey McGrady was the linchpin in guiding the Brothers Leprechauns to a hard-fought 28 – 20 victory over the Wattles Warriors in...

Warwick woman named in BBL squad

Warwick product Lucy Bourke has been named in the Brisbane Heat squad for this year’s hotly anticipated Weber Women’s Big Bash Cricket League this...

Toughing out the conditions

Cold weather, rain and field conditions have played havoc with this weekend’s round of Football Stanthorpe fixtures with the Tenterfield and United games most...

Wolves still improving with two weeks to go

The Warwick Wolves have continued to show a lot of improvement in their second season in the Football Queensland Darling Downs Premier Three competition...

Cowboys to face competition leaders

The Warwick Cowboys’ A grade season will be on the line this weekend when they take on power house competition leaders Gatton at Cahill...

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...

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...

Lead with a trump when no lead seems attractive

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Habit of Grand Slams

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Power of shape and value of long suits in bridge hands

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Frank, a true patriot

On the 3rd. December 1919, Frank Gardiner Barratt from Warwick received a communication from the Base Records Office, Victoria Barracks, Melbourne, that he had...

Bridge grand slam

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Stars align for nature-based tourism on the Granite Belt

Fantastic news that the local consortium of organisations were the successful bidders to relaunch and revitalise the Queensland College of Wine and Tourism (QCWT). Given...

Cunninghams Gap repairs progress with redesigned plan to keep highway open

Major progress is underway on the restoration of the bushfire-damaged Cunningham Highway at Cunninghams Gap, with a redesigned plan ensuring the vital freight corridor...

Farming for the future expo inspires innovation and the next generation

Southern Downs farmers, students and community members will come together later this month for the Farming for the Future Expo, a new event aimed...

Community where every child belongs

Established in 1887, Glen Aplin State School sits beside the picturesque Severn River, amidst bushland and fertile farmland on the Granite Belt in Queensland. With...

Play on vouchers to support families

Queensland families can now apply for the new Play On! Sports Vouchers, with the program offering cost-of-living relief while encouraging more children to get...

‘Reel’ growth for Film Society

The Stanthorpe Film Society is preparing for another strong year, with continued growth in membership, a diverse range of films, and the return of...

Council proposes expanding heritage overlay

Hundreds of properties could be added to the Southern Downs heritage overlay under a proposed tweak which the council maintains will have no impact...

Stanthorpe triples decided

Colin Denning, Robyn Griffith and Brian Brown have taken out the Stanthorpe Bowls 2025 Club Triples held on 30 July. In cool and windy...