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U3A Warwick expands courses for active retirees

University of 3rd Age (U3A) is a worldwide organisation that offers learning activities to the active retiree, has no formal entry requirements and does...

Helping farmers turn ‘blemished’ fruit into food

In the face of the current cost-of-living crisis, Australia’s food wastage is through the roof, with Food Innovation Australia reporting that the country wastes...

Allora Days for Girls make busy start to year

This month is a busy month. On Mon 13 Jan we prepared for the upcoming multi-draw raffle as part of the Heritage weekend over...

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Sport

Croquet players take on top temps

Players braved high temperatures on Thursday to take part in this week’s Golf Play at Warwick Croquet Club. There was a good turn-out of players...

Championship fours decided

Julie Lister, Sue Butz, Jules Buse and Nat Kumseewad have taken out the women’s Warwick East Bowls Champion of Club Champions fours competition at...

Rejuvenated greens almost ready

Warwick Bowls Club green has been rejuvenated with officials declaring it “nearly ready to play on”. “Thanks to the greenkeeper and all the volunteers...

Wild weather disrupts semi finals

The Summit Bowls Club’s Men’s Championship Pairs reached the semi-final stage on Sunday before rain forced the players off the rink. One semi was finished...

Cowboys set to relaunch women’s teams

Warwick Cowboys are looking to bring back their women’s teams for the 2026 season. The Cowboys will hold a club get together with all...

Anderson’s maiden century a match winner

Valley’s batsman Damian Anderson proved you are never too old to score your first century putting in a match-winning performance to steer his side...

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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...

In Business - Sponsored

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

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Schmidt and House snag first win

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Bridge club to begin lessons

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Counting an essential skill

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Bridge club wraps up for year

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Most important play

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Australia Day at Sandy Creek Pub: A weekend of true country celebration

If you’re looking for a proper country-style Australia Day celebration, the Sandy Creek Pub is the place to be this January. This iconic venue...

Former deputy police chief lands cross-border role

A key role credited with improving conditions for border communities but left vacant for more than two months will be permanently filled by a...

HEALTH ALERT: Measles case detected in Toowoomba

Darling Downs Health is on high alert after a confirmed case of measles was detected in Toowoomba. The health service's public health unit issued the...

New community defibrillator for Freestone Memorial Hall

Freestone Memorial Hall has installed a new defibrillator after being awarded a Southern Downs Regional Council Community Grant. The hall committee applied for the...

Warwick’s best in business set to be honoured

The Warwick business community is set to pay tribute to its most outstanding innovators with applications now open for this year's Business Excellence Awards. Presented...

Mixed season drives higher numbers at saleyards

Livestock numbers were on the increase as we moved into the New Year, the weather conditions are probably affecting the flow, as some areas...

Numbers surge amid dry outlook

Agents and Vendors combined for a sale total of 3687 head for the weekly sale, the stock were drawn from near and far. The...

Ley’s leadership in peril as Nationals jump off wagon

Sussan Ley's leadership of the Liberal Party could be a casualty of the acrimonious breakdown of the coalition, even as Liberals lay the blame...

Artworks to host special fundraising exhibition for Stanthorpe’s late Bruce Ward

Artworks Granite Belt is inviting the community to a celebratory fundraising exhibition on Thursday, 22 January, featuring the work of the late Bruce Ward....

‘Untenable’: Nats leader says coalition over with Libs

Nationals leader David Littleproud says the coalition with the Liberals is "untenable", splitting up the partnership for the second time in a year. The Nationals...