SOUTHERN DOWNS

Councillor dismisses transparency concerns

Southern Downs Councillor Joel Richters has dismissed concerns surrounding the council's bid to improve transparency while hinting at a much more consultative budget process...

Four clubs for Probus Month

In celebration of Probus Month, the Rose City Probus group hosted a special fellowship day, bringing together members from Warwick Combined, Stanthorpe, and Beaudesert...

Election Q&A with Labor candidate Greg Johnson

Do you support progressing the Emu Swamp Dam project as the number one priority for fixing Stanthorpe’s water security issue? Why or why not? I’m...

Warwick Women secure Pennants title

Warwick Women golfers have taken out the Zone One Open Pennants this title this year. After adding five points to their total at...

Bikes fly despite the mud

Rain got in the way when the Warwick Motocross Club hosted the final of the hotly contested Somerset series on Sunday at their newly...

Duggan player of the year – again

Wattles Warriors A grade halfback Matt Duggan has been named the club’s Player of the year for a record time following the Rugby League...

Dickerson takes to the court

Competition organiser Pop Dickerson is set the strap on the boots and return to the court when Warwick’s Open Basketball competition returns to WIRAC...

Local teams star at mini world cup

Six members of the Southern Downs and Granite Soccer community have been offered the chance to tour Germany and attend training camps in June/July...

Warwick swim club hits the water

Warwick Swim club is about to hit the water again for another season with a Come and Try evening on Friday, 4 October at...

Carving out Warwick cultural scene

Warwick recently hosted the inaugural Romancing the Stones Classical Music Festival, an event that left an indelible mark on the community and celebrated the...

Time to pARTicipate

Southern Downs artists of all ages will be the stars when Warwick Art Gallery presents the pARTicipate exhibition opening on 17 October, continuing until...

Breathing out

Imagine being paid to visit some of the most beautiful places in Australia and talk to fascinating people along the way. New co-presenter of SBS’...

Discover Leyburn Heritage Trail

Known as the town of living history, Leyburn provides a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore the well-preserved buildings and landmarks...

Generations of teaching

“How many people here went to a public school?” I had just started a job at one of the country’s major newspapers, and amidst...

Building potential and ability

My Grade One teacher Mrs Locke must have been onto something when she wrote on my end-of-year report card, “Russell has real ability and...

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...

Right card, right hand, right time

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Bid beyond their ability

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Heart of the Hummingbird house appeal

A statewide campaign to raise funds for Queensland’s only children’s hospice has a local touch this year, with Warwick resident Dean Donnelly designing the...

Left it to West

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A successful defence

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Cards close to chest

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Combatting the mental health crisis

This World Mental Health Day (10 October), advocates from the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program are emphasising the need for parents and carers...

Call for candidates to back local news

The Queensland Country Press Association (QCPA) is calling on all candidates to support a policy that ensures a fairer share of government advertising is...

Locals rally to support children in need

A community-driven initiative led by Churches of Christ Warwick Campus Manager, Noo Shepherd, is making a significant impact by addressing food poverty among local...

Council urges compliance with sewerage works policy

Southern Downs Regional Council reminds residents and contractors to comply with the Works near Council’s Water, Sewer and/or Stormwater Infrastructure Policy to avoid prosecution...

Credit to the Cup

The Warwick Credit Union’s sponsorship of the Warwick Cup highlights its strong commitment to the local community and its role in fostering a vibrant...

Warwick mum wins $400,000

A Warwick mother has her air conditioning plans sorted for the summer after scoring $400,000 in the weekend’s Saturday Gold Lotto draw. The lucky local...

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Councillor dismisses transparency concerns

Southern Downs Councillor Joel Richters has dismissed concerns surrounding the council's bid to improve transparency while hinting at a much more consultative budget process...