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YOUR SAY: Letters to the editor

Who decides when we’re in drought?: Meteorological drought in Australia is clearly defined: a prolonged period of significantly reduced rainfall, typically when levels fall into...

Iconic Spitfire replica to soar over Stanthorpe this Anzac Day

During this year’s Stanthorpe Anzac Day March, make sure to look to the sky to see Mark Appo and his replica World War two...

Stanthorpe Anzac Day parade to honour servicewomen

To honour the Anzac Day theme of “Women in the Services, Past and Present”, the Stanthorpe RSL Sub-Branch will have a number of current...

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Sport

Dalveen property hosts Orienteers

A grazing property north of Dalveen will be the venue for this Sunday’s orienteering event being organised by the local Bullecourt Boulder Bounders Orienteering...

GALLERY: Action aplenty at Morgan Park

It was all happening at Morgan Park Raceway in Warwick at the weekend with the venue playing host to round one of the Australian...

Warwick celebrates Disability Awareness Race Day

There’s something special about a country race day in Warwick. It’s not just the thunder of hooves down the home straight or the buzz...

A real plus for Carey

Maria Carey finished with plus four to take out the ladies Par V SS at Warwick Golf Club on Wednesday 15 April. Runner-up on...

Tin Tops storm Morgan Park

Drivers started their engines and the roar of Tin Top racing retuned to Morgan Park, Warwick on Sunday as the Replica Tourers Trophy Series...

Water Rats score second draw

Warwick Water Rats Men’s side have snatched a draw in their second round Darling Downs Rugby competition game in Dalby on Saturday afternoon –...

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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

Familiar faces return

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Bridge’s most important moment

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ARK’s pet of the week

Shadow arrived to Ark very frightened of her new surroundings. It has taken her time to come out of her shell, but she is...

McGinness dominates with two wins

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ARK’s pet of the week

Hi, I’m Rocco. I’m a very sweet and affectionate Border Collie mix with a big heart and lots of love to give. I found...

Taking the risk

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Take it or leave it

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Second man arrested over violent Wheatvale break-in

Police have arrested a second man in relation to a violent home invasion west of Warwick earlier this month. A 30-year-old Cunnumulla man was taken...

Anzac Day 2026 on the Southern Downs

Anzac Day traces its origins to the events of 25 April 1915, when troops from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps landed on...

Rising building costs pause Sunlife housing project

Plans for a major new over 50s housing estate in Warwick have been delayed by developers due to surging construction costs. SunLife Australia founder and...

GALLERY: Warwick’s unique 81-year-old pre-Anzac Day tradition

Warwick war veterans and active service members have been sharing in a longstanding pre-Anzac Day tradition for more than eight decades and it shows...

Woolworths avoids fine after Stanthorpe biosecurity scare

Stanthorpe Woolworths avoided penalties from Australia’s federal agriculture authority last September after exposing a shipment of nappies potentially infested with an invasive grain pest...

Dry times push native nursery into closing after 34 years

Sarah and David Caldwell have run the Mole Station Native Nursery for 34 years but dry conditions and disrupted freight operations have forced the...

Free mobile flu clinic heading to Warwick and other regional hubs

As the weather starts to get colder, the risk of the flu starts to creep back into people’s minds, and with this, Darling Downs...

Servicewomen ready to ‘stand proud’ this Anzac Day

Those attending Anzac Day commemorations in Warwick might notice something slightly different this year. Warwick RSL Sub-Branch vice president Cynthia McDonald and more than a...

Single weapon seized under expanded knife wanding laws

Fresh data shows Southern Downs police found one weapon and laid four charges after searching 91 people in the first eight months of Queensland’s...