Warwick Rodeo saddling up for massive year
The countdown has begun for one of the most anticipated events on the Australian rodeo and campdraft calendar.
Last week, media and sponsors gathered for...
Health authorities tight-lipped on helipad closure
Darling Downs Health have remained tight-lipped on the temporary diversion of helicopter retrievals away from Warwick Hospital where details surrounding the sudden closure of...
Swimmers lap it up as pool reopens for summer
The gates have swung open at the Stanthorpe Fitness, Recreation & Aquatic Centre with locals eager to make a splash as the warmer weather...
Water bombers join firefighting efforts west of Warwick
An aerial water bomber was deployed to help firefighting efforts west of Warwick where two bushfires kept residents on alert over the long weekend.
Residents...
Credit union profits hit record $4.5 million ahead of rebrand
Warwick Credit Union posted a record profit of $4.5 million last financial year ahead of its rebrand to Darling Downs Bank, newly-released annual results...
Warwick’s military history: The hero of Semakh
On 31 October 1917, the 11th Australian Light Horse was ordered to attack the Turkish and German forces at Semakh, a heavily fortified town...
GALLERY: Warwick winds back the clock at CelticFest
The sound of bagpipes rung out as CelticFest marked its return, transforming the Warwick Showgrounds into a sea of kilts and Celtic culture for...
Drivers stung as police clamp down on bad driving
Police have renewed calls for safe driving on the Southern Downs after charging three people for speeding and drink driving during the school holidays.
In...
Festival ambassador serves up bowls and big smiles
More than 40 people turned out to enjoy the sunshine and friendly competition at the Barefoot Bowls Day, hosted by Stanthorpe Lions Club Young...
Farmer and filmmaker to lead rural mental health campaign
Beyond Blue had announced the appointment of Leila McDougall, farmer, filmmaker, and mental health advocate, as Campaign Ambassador for Farming and Rural Communities as...
National review into fire ant battle underway
An independent review has begun into Australia’s national fire ant eradication program, amid warnings from scientists and conservationists that governments are underfunding the fight...
Data shows red meat consumption gap
New national data has revealed a concerning nutrition gap between Australian men and women, with women consuming significantly less red meat than recommended for...
Surging housing market drives median prices past half a million
The Southern Downs property boom has shown no signs of slowing down with house prices continuing to soar to unprecedented heights at rates faster...
