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Grit and glory on rodeo night

The Killarney Show Rodeo is set to deliver an action-packed evening on Friday 21st February 2025, kicking off at approximately 6pm in the Rodeo...

Four charges laid after alleged shots fired in Elbow Valley

Police have charged a 58-year-old man following an incident involving alleged shots being fired at a Cullendore Road property in Elbow Valley on Monday...

‘Business as usual’: Littleproud backs Coalition reset

It’s “business as usual” according to Nationals leader David Littleproud despite a chaotic few weeks amongst Coalition ranks in Canberra. Speaking to Sky News on...

Strong attendance tipped for Killarney Show

Respected bush poets set for Apple and Grape performance

Cattle sale numbers increase

Keogh Road house fire deemed non-suspicious

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Sport

Fours postponed by rain

The Summits men’s fours fell victim to the rain at the weekend and will now be played on Sunday 22 February. The men’s pair final...

Goodrich wins Valentine event

Rick Goodrich has won the men’s Valentines Day Single Stroke event sponsored by long-time members Matt and Nikki Waterworth in cold blustery conditions at...

Stanthorpe duo brave conditions

Stanthorpe Swimming Club postponed club night 14 on Friday night due to the weather, but the rain and cold conditions didn’t stop everyone from...

Warwick Wolves two weeks from kick-off

Juniors are signing on and trial games are underway as the new-look Warwick Wolves Men’s sides gear up for their third season in the...

Big weekend for cricket

This weekend promises to be the biggest weekends of cricket on the Southern Downs and Granite Belt this year with both Warwick and Stanthorpe...

Top football to flow on

The Football Queensland Kappa Cup Pro Series match at the Stanthorpe’s International Club earlier this month could be just the first of many high...

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Entertainment

Soup, trivia and spectacular yarnbombing

Churches of Christ is excited to present a colourful yarnbombing display, and not one, but two trivia events, a musical trivia and soup luncheon...

Maryvale’s Butterfly Café to delight

Country hospitality takes centre stage in Maryvale this Jumpers and Jazz in July, with the return of the much-loved Butterfly Café at the Maryvale...

Jazz in the courtyard

Many locals have discovered our Courtyard Coffee, open every Friday morning at the Warwick Uniting Church on Guy Street. However, this Jumpers and Jazz...

Girl Chats and paperbacks

Jumpers & Jazz have added a mid-week option to their events this year, with the inaugural Girl Chat & Paperbacks book club morning tea. Event...

Fire, flavour and fine wine

An unforgettable gourmet adventure awaits as this year’s Jumpers and Jazz in July Long Lunch celebrates the best of the Southern Downs region, on...

The trip of a lifetime awaits

One lucky reader has the chance to win the ultimate travel experience – an 8-day Viking “Rhine Getaway” river cruise for two, including return...

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Save your sight

This World Glaucoma Week (10–16 March 2024), Glaucoma Australia along with the support of Specsavers are urging all Southern Downs locals to have their...

Telehealth improving access to healthcare for Killarney

The introduction of recently developed telehealth technology at Killarney’s only medical facility is working to fill gaps left by shortages in the state’s rural...

Christmas at Rose City

Saturday 2 to Saturday 23 December Christmas is in full swing at Rose City Shoppingworld with a multitude of festive events and activities for...

Win with Rose City’s pre-Christmas campaign

There's a chance to win $1000 in groceries at Rose City Shoppingworld, from Monday 16 October to Sunday12 November. Rose City Shoppingworld is once again...

Spring into free holiday activities at Rose City Shoppingworld

Get ready for some exciting fun at Rose City Shoppingworld these September school holidays with lots to see and do during the break with...

Invest and retire right

Invest+Retire – Vital to plan early – Future Proof your future You will be amazed at your options and how families can work together...

Community News

Gundy players join bridge ranks

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Feeling the squeeze

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Child safety hearings head to Toowoomba

The first public hearings in 2026 for the Commission of Inquiry into Child Safety will be held next month in Toowoomba. The public hearing...

Hart and Smith star in small field

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Beware of novice players

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Schmidt and House snag first win

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Paint under the stars at Apple and Grape

Bubbles and Brushes is back for a second time to help celebrate Stanthorpe Apple and Grape Festival’s milestone diamond jubilee year. Led by local...

Green thumbs secure home for Killarney community garden

Volunteer gardeners are hopeful that new land acquired for Killarney’s first community garden can help bring more life to the town’s main street. More than...

Lamb and Sheep market stronger for most types

Numbers were similar to the yarding of the previous sale at the McDougall and Sons weekly Sheep and Lamb sale, with the vendors supplying...

Listening, an important part of bridge

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Warwick business community rallies for record-breaking awards night

The 2026 Warwick Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards set a new record this year, with the community coming out in the hundreds to...

Stricter gun ownership laws announced

Queensland Premier David  Crisafulli has unveiled a suite of new gun ownership laws in response to the December 2025 Bondi Beach terror attack, introducing...

Man arrested after reports of gunfire near border

Police have located and arrested a 58-year-old man after shots were allegedly fired at a rural property south of Warwick on Monday morning. Officers were...

New state grants target Queensland’s real-world challenges

Local innovators and event organisers could secure up to $25,000 in funding as part of a new state government push to solve real-world challenges. With...

Dalveen Film Society returns

More than a hundred years ago, the little hall at Dalveen played host to the just-invented movies– and thanks to the resilient little Dalveen...

Planning begins for improved hospital infrastructure

Planning for new infrastructure for the Warwick and Dalby hospitals is underway, with Darling Downs Health issuing a tender after recognising the ageing healthcare...

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