Immerse in the heavy horse history
The Darling Downs Heavy Horse Festival is back this 15-16 March 2025 at Allora Showgrounds, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the rich history...
Award-winning author Susan Mackie launches latest novel
Book lovers in the Southern Downs will have the chance to meet acclaimed author Susan Mackie as she launches her latest novel, The Secret...
Stanthorpe Show Ring Results 2025
LOCAL GALLOWAY, HACK AND RIDER CLASSES
Local led Pony under 12 hands
1st Adrian Spring Magic - Taleyha Evans
2nd Lolly - Matilda Bobby
Local...
Busking a hit
Come one, come all to the heart of Queensland’s Granite Belt for an unforgettable day of music and camaraderie at the Busking Stanthorpe event....
Festival vows to challenge council rejection in court
The Southern Downs council’s decision to refuse an application for Cherrabah Resort to become the host venue for Rabbits Eat Lettuce and various other...
Rotary honours RSL supervisor
The Rotary Club of Stanthorpe has recognised RSL duty supervisor Kerrylee Anderson with a Pride of Workmanship Award for her dedication and commitment to...
Popular plumbers praise support in wake of tobacco attacks
A long-term Stanthorpe plumbing business whose shopfront became collateral damage in a fiery tobacconist attack last month have delivered a message of praise to...
Whats on in Wine Country
Here is a snapshot of events happening on and around the Granite Belt.
Soirees at Ridgemill Estate – 21 February 2025
Ridgemill Estate is bringing back...
Cuddle bed honouring legacy of Mally
A specially designed cuddle bed has been donated to Stanthorpe Aged Care in honour of Mally McMurtrie, a well-respected community leader known for her...
Council joins chorus of calls for fairer federal funding
Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton has joined Queensland’s peak local government body in calling for urgent reform to how the federal government funds councils.
In...
Sprints named Queensland State Event of Year
The 2024 Historic Leyburn Sprints has been awarded the Queensland State Event of the Year by Motorsport Australia, marking a significant achievement in the...
Snake awareness remains crucial
As summer fades and the Southern Downs experiences cooler temperatures and increased rainfall, residents may assume that snake encounters will decline. However, recent incidents...
