Beyond the first day
As families begin to explore options for Prep 2026, many are already discovering what makes St Joseph’s School more than just a place to...
BushKids volunteer honoured during National Volunteer Week
As part of National Volunteer Week celebrations, BushKids Warwick has taken time to honour the invaluable contributions of its volunteers, with a special recognition...
PICS: Students hit the stage for school concert
Students at St Joseph's School Stanthorpe hit the stage to showcase a lively mix of musical performances last Tuesday.
After two days of workshops led...
Council policy delayed for months to be drafted for June meeting
Southern Downs council information sessions have come under more scrutiny.
A draft policy explaining how the Southern Downs Regional Council’s monthly information sessions can operate...
Design and construction integrity rewarded with national award
A Noosa hinterland haven has won the 2025 HIA-CSR House of the Year for architect-builder Sarah Waller.
Held in Melbourne, the award win recognised the...
A flying year of D4G team
The year is flying and so is the Allora and District Days for Girls team.
At our last gathering we packed 60 kits which were...
A first ever event offering support and connection
The first-ever Grief and Loss Expo held in Stanthorpe has been hailed a success, bringing together community members, service providers, and experts to offer...
Youth Council launched ambitious ideas
The Southern Downs Youth Council held its first official meeting of the year on 27 March, with students breaking into four themed groups to...
Cunningham Highway issues raised constantly, mayor says
Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton has spoken with state MPs and neighbouring mayors about the condition of the Cunningham Highway labelled "absolutely deplorable” by...
Over 60 volunteers love it at the SRAG
The Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery is a hub for volunteers. Over 60 volunteers currently provide their time, energy and expertise to help SRAG be...
Highlighting health and safety in portfolio report
The health and wellbeing of the Southern Downs community was front and centre at this month’s Ordinary Council Meeting, as Councillor Sarah Deane delivered...
Stanthorpe’s McMahon family celebrate century of farming
From droughts to hailstorms, third generation fruit and vegetable growers Jeff and Rosemary McMahon have seen it all.
The couple, alongside several generations of McMahons,...