Southern Downs tourism experiences among state’s best
Up to 73 Southern Downs tourism experiences have been awarded Queensland tourism’s highly sought after stamp of excellence.
The Best of Queensland Experience label is...
Historic Leyburn Sprints gears up for record-breaking event
The 29th edition of the Historic Leyburn Sprints is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever, with entries for the 2025 event...
Celebrating the heart of the community
They are the welcoming smiles at the door, the storytellers of our history and the champions of our culture, and this National Volunteer Week,...
The bands are readying for battle
Border District Eisteddfod is right around the corner and ready to welcome their new competition, Battle of the Bands.
While amplifiers, electric guitars, drumkits...
YOUR SAY: Letters to the editor
POLITICAL LITERACY IN SCHOOLS:
On election night, I went to a local store and had 4 conversations with staff. Two young women had not...
How volunteers are connecting communities and shaping Australia’s future
Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, National Volunteer Week (19-25 May 2025), will shine a spotlight on the millions of volunteers making an extraordinary impact...
Rodeo Queen hosts sale to fund trip to USA
Warwick’s very own Rodeo Queen Rae Louise Wright is gearing up to represent Australia at the Cheyenne Frontier Days in the USA this July,...
Army Band to entertain the community
The Band of the 1st Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery will bring their talent and energy to Stanthorpe on Wednesday evening for a special community...
Nominate a Local Legend this Queensland Day
Queenslanders are being called to shine a light on the unsung heroes of their community who embody the spirit of our State, as the...
Stanthorpe tobacconists targeted in crackdown on ‘suspected’ illegal trade
Stanthorpe tobacconists “suspected” of trading illicit goods have been targeted by authorities in an apparent state wide crackdown on illegal tobacco and vapes.
Public health...
Greymare property sells for $78,000 at council auction
A 2251-square-metre property in Greymare has sold under the hammer for $78,000 at the Southern Downs Regional Council’s public auction.
Initially, seven properties across the...
A community garden coming to Killarney
A fresh vision for a vibrant community garden is sprouting in Killarney, and the community is invited to help shape its future.
Southern Downs Regional...
Band shelter set for upgrades
The Paddy Ryan Band Shelter in Stanthorpe is one step closer to receiving much-needed upgrades, with Southern Downs Regional Council confirming that roller door...
