Sport spurs economic growth in Stanthorpe
The Vic Jensen Cup, an integral part of the Queensland representative school sport, is more than just a rugby league tournament for under 10...
A chocolate side kick for Courtney
Who would have thought a chocolate cane toad could become the unexpected companion on a trip to the second State of Origin? This became...
Creating a home for youth
Marking their tenth year, Borderline Australia’s Camp X drew to a close over the weekend with some heartfelt storytelling about what the camp and...
Farewell, Phil and thanks
The former racing columnist, Phil Percival, whose Racing Round The Ridges column fascinated punters for 40 years or more, passed away in his home...
Student shines light on war struggles
The lingering effects of war extend far beyond the battlefield, impacting not only those who served but also their families and communities.
Post Traumatic...
Poultry club celebrates
The Warwick Poultry Club held its 119th Annual Show over the weekend, attracting a large crowd with exhibitors travelling from far and wide.
With...
Negotiation masterclass will ‘level the playing field’ for growers
Granite Belt growers have been urged to gear up for a negotiating masterclass next month which organisers hope will help “level the playing field”...
In brief
No bond reduction for removal houses
A motion to reduce the council security bond for removal houses in the Southern Downs from $30,000 to...
Workforce strategy to help council do better
A new workforce strategy within the Southern Downs Regional Council sent a very loud message that the council needed to do better when it...
Doubts cast over future of historic Stanthorpe fountain
Stanthorpe’s historic 70-year-old Weeroona Park fountain could be demolished in revelations which the Southern Downs Regional Council have denied making any firm decision on.
The...
Lister’s swipe at nuclear
Southern Downs MP James Lister has rebuked a federal Coalition proposal to build up to seven nuclear power plants across Australia, including in Queensland.
Under...
Taking a pledge
The Anglican Church Southern Queensland is the first faith organisation to take a state-wide pledge demonstrating their commitment to preventing domestic and family violence,...
Mayor presses state to solve helipad shutdown
Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton has urged Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls to find a solution for the Warwick Hospital helipad, warning its ongoing...
