Conversation over a cuppa
Recognising the need for clear and accessible information about aged care, STAR is launching “Care Conversations,“ a series of monthly morning tea sessions specifically...
Silly Solly’s set to return
Warwick is about to welcome back an iconic name in discount retailing: Silly Solly’s. Known as Australia’s number one discounter, Silly Solly’s offers a...
Not so confidential after all
Confidential business items weren’t so confidential after all, it was found at the 21 August meeting of the Southern Downs Regional Council.
Two of three...
Embracing connection
As women age, one of the most significant challenges we face is loneliness. Throughout our lives, we take on roles as partners, parents, and...
Free trauma training workshop coming to Stanthorpe
LifeFlight’s First Minutes Matter (FMM) workshops are heading to Stanthorpe, to teach the community lifesaving skills that can help in an emergency.
FMM is...
Big decision on small houses
The Southern Downs Regional Council has given the green light for small houses to be built in the region following a decision to rescind...
Decreasing DV numbers, increasing safety?
Does a decrease in Domestic and Family Violence mean as much if community members are still feeling unsafe in their homes?
Recent data reveals...
Mini owners celebrate
The Mini Owners Club of Queensland marked a significant milestone this past weekend with a celebratory run through the Southern Downs region.
This event...
Queensland faces whooping cough surge
Queensland is witnessing a dramatic surge in whooping cough cases, with Darling Downs Health reporting 755 cases this year.
From 1 January to 11...
4.5 stars for winery
Ridgemill Estate picked up an impressive 4.5-star rating in the 2025 James Halliday Wine Companion.
This recognition marks a significant milestone in the estate’s...
Breaking border barriers
Queensland Police Officer and Union President Ian Leavers has been appointed as the first Cross-Border Commissioner, a role designed to improve the experience and...
Fine tuning for classical festival
The schedule is set, the performers are ready and all that’s left is the fine tuning for the classical music festival, Romancing the Stones,...
What high-sulfur fuel means for your car
Lower quality fuel is being released in Australia to boost supplies.
But what does it mean for prices and will ‘dirty fuel’ harm your car?
The...
