Council briefs
Hunting after hours
Night-time hunting might be the preserve of vampires and their slayers in the world of fiction, but in the Southern Downs...
Country Press urges new LNP Government to strengthen regional news
The Queensland Country Press Association (QCPA) congratulates the Crisafulli Government on its historic election win and is ready to work with the government to...
Campaign launched to end dodgy ‘super grab’ poisoning PALM scheme
Stanthorpe has long been a hub for workers in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme, with many helping to fill labour shortages across...
Celebrate a century with Greenlands
Greenlands State School will mark its 100th anniversary this Saturday, 2 November, with a celebration that will bring together generations of students, families, and...
Applethorpe gears up for inaugural Community Fete
Applethorpe State School is excited to launch its first-ever community fete this Saturday, 2 November offering a full day of entertainment, delicious food, and...
Lister unswayed on federal coalition’s nuclear power pledge
Southern Downs MP James Lister has held firm on his energy stance in spite of mounting pressure for Queensland’s new government to back the...
Survey finds Australians waiting up to 10 years before seeking mental health support
A major survey by Beyond Blue has revealed that Australians are grappling with mental health issues for up to a decade before seeking help,...
Honouring the bond between generations
On Sunday, families across the Southern Downs came together to celebrate National Grandparents Day, with local events providing a heartwarming opportunity for generations to...
Granting the community
The Stanthorpe RSL Services Club held its annual Community Grants presentation on Monday, 21 October, providing more than $127,000 in funding to 65 local...
Residents fighting to keep music festival out
A music festival’s long term Southern Downs ambitions could face a tough battle as angry residents and businesses look set to pressure the council...
David Crisafulli sworn in as Queensland’s 41st premier
David Crisafulli has been sworn in as the 41st premier of Queensland, marking the start of a new era for the Sunshine State.
Mr Crisafulli...
Two directors gone from council
While a new mayor and five out of eight new councillors seemed like the metaphoric new broom after the local government elections in March,...
Global fertiliser market facing prolonged period of strain
The global fertiliser market faces a prolonged period of tight supply, weak affordability and heightened price risk and, even if current geopolitical tensions ease...
