‘Tastes and Tunes’ coming to Stanthorpe showgrounds
Live music and plenty of food will be on offer when Stanthorpe State High School’s parents and citizens committee takes its Tastes and Tunes...
Piping the region’s heritage
The Southern Downs is the land of bagpipes, echoing the Scottish and Irish roots of its early settlers. Bagpipes have long been an integral...
TC Alfred live updates (Friday): What you need to know
3.20pm - TIME TO WATCH AND ACT
By Lucy Waldron
The status of the Southern Downs has been upgraded to a 'Watch and Act' as...
Stanthorpe Stars New Caledonia bound
Some of the stars of Stanthorpe Cricket this year are set to miss some or all of the final series but it’s for a...
Prepare for flooding: Mayor’s Update
As Tropical Cyclone Alfred makes its way closer to the coast, updates on its impact are becoming more frequent.
Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton...
Secrets to communicating with your teen
Are you struggling to connect with your teenager? You’re not alone. Families today face unprecedented pressures, making open communication more crucial than ever.
Members...
Have your say on the 2025 federal election
As Australia heads toward this year’s federal election, it is crucial that the voices of regional Australians are heard loud and clear.
Warwick Stanthorpe Today...
TC Alfred live updates (Thursday): What you need to know
4.44pm - MAYOR: 'MINOR FLOODING' POSSIBLE AT WARWICK AND PRATTEN
By Jeremy Cook
As Tropical Cyclone Alfred forecasting continues to evolve, Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton...
Spirits high in Killarney as town braces for severe weather
Spirits are reportedly high in Killarney and surrounding areas where storm preparations are taking place ahead of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
A severe weather warning for...
Four decades in the classroom
She says teaching has always been in her blood, and after four decades, it seems Ms Julie Beecham was destined for the classroom.
An...
Tourism body issues challenge to Granite Belt businesses
The president of the Granite Belt’s peak tourism body has called on businesses to cater towards the region’s strong tourism presence.
Speaking at a chamber...
Looking towards leadership for International Women’s Day
Not so long ago, women were unable to get a bank loan in their own name, they were unable to own a property without...
Hinze breaks long-standing record
Samantha Hinze has set a new club record after winning the 2026 Women's Championships at Warwick Golf Club on 15 March.
The title...
