Southern Downs to shine under Queensland’s 20-year tourism roadmap
The Queensland Government has unveiled a new 20-year tourism strategy that promises to transform the Southern Downs into a world-class visitor destination.
The roadmap, Destination...
Convicts keepsakes, tokens of farewell
A rare glimpse into Australia’s colonial past is now on display at Warwick Art Gallery, with the arrival of Convict Tokens: From the Collection...
Wine college enters new era in hands of locals
A new company will be formed to run Stanthorpe’s iconic wine college as part of a successful bid led by community leaders.
State Minister for...
12 days of arts wrapped up
The Border District Eisteddfod has wrapped up 12 days of music, dance and drama with strong community support and standout performances from across Queensland...
Fully leased Warwick Home & Co retail centre hits the market
A major retail property in the heart of one of Queensland’s fastest-growing regional centres has officially hit the market, with Colliers launching the sale...
Cold snap to bring potential frost
Parts of the Southern Downs could experience their first frost of the year with morning temperatures set to drop near zero over the coming...
New look, more groove for revamped Jumpers and Jazz Saturday
Jumpers and Jazz in July is turning up the tempo in 2025, with a fresh new format for one of its most beloved events,...
Council eyes reduced $43.4 million capital spend
A reduced $43.4 million capital works program will continue spending on key water, roads and sewerage infrastructure on the Southern Downs.
The Southern Downs Regional...
Region facing rising rates of Period Poverty
New data from Australia’s largest menstrual health study has revealed alarming rates of period poverty in the Southern Downs, with local figures surpassing Queensland...
PICS: Stanthorpe Rodeo pulls large crowds
A crowd up around two thousand, warm firepits and lots of great rodeo action - Saturday's Brass Monkey Stanthorpe Rodeo has been hailed a...
Council planning 7.78 per cent rate hike
Southern Downs ratepayers could pay on average 7.78 per cent more on their rate bills under a proposed rate hike expected to generate more...
FEATURE: Invest in your retirement
Retirement is often seen as the time to slow down, but for many, it’s the perfect opportunity to shift gears and discover new ways...
‘An absolute blessing’: WillowTree 37 funded for four years
A surprise funding announcement from the State Government has delivered a major boost to WillowTree 37, enabling the Warwick-based women’s support centre to continue...
