New team hard at work
Thank you for the opportunity to keep readers updated with the goings on in the world of Zonta Stanthorpe.
As incoming President, I look...
Beloved rural doctor retires after 13 years
A beloved general practitioner has retired and bid farewell after 13 years of treating patients in Killarney and Allora.
Dr Leith Geisel was joined by...
Memorial upgrades underway
To honour the contributions of all veterans and the broader community, the Stanthorpe RSL Sub Branch has proposed an extensive upgrade to the War...
Bridging gap for elderly
In every community, there are individuals who face unique challenges in accessing essential services like transportation, participating in social activities, and maintaining their independence....
Junior orienteers converge
Six juniors from Warwick, Stanthorpe and Inglewood will join 32 of the state’s top young orienteers for four days of intensive training and competition...
Mayor vows to be ‘strong advocate’ for region in divisive renewable future
Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton has insisted she will be a “strong advocate” for her region in Queensland’s increasingly divisive renewables transition.
In a...
Residents to have another say on sports and recreation spaces
Southern Downs residents have again been asked for their thoughts in shaping the future of the region’s sport and recreational spaces.
Two community workshops will...
Honour for Orford
The Rotary Club of Stanthorpe recently held its annual changeover dinner, celebrating a year of achievements and welcoming new leadership. The event acknowledged the...
NAIDOC Week a time for reflection, Githabul people say
Warwick’s Githabul people have described this year’s NAIDOC Week celebrations as a chance to reflect on Indigenous struggles for recognition.
Born out of an Indigenous...
Camp X marks spot
The tenth camp of Borderline Australia was celebrated with a reunion of everyone who has made it an integral part of the region.
Borderline...
Budget consultation closes, subject to review
Public consultation on the Southern Downs council’s draft budget has closed and will be reviewed ahead of its final unveiling later this month.
A spokeswoman...
Changing of the guard
The Rotary Club of the Granite Belt held its changeover meeting where Immediate Past President Mary Puglisi passed the reins to Greg Paxton.
In her...
Tributes flow after passing of former mayor Ron Bellingham
Tributes have poured out for former Southern Downs and Warwick Mayor Ron Bellingham who passed away this week.
Mr Bellingham served as mayor of the...
