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Markets firm despite wet weather

Welcome rainfall across the Southern Downs saw numbers ease at this week’s Warwick Saleyards as wet conditions kept some producers from transporting stock. A total...

Rain keeps numbers down at sheep and lamb sale

Wet weather saw a smaller yarding at this week’s Warwick sheep and lamb sale, with agents and vendors presenting just 1306 head, a notably...

Council reviewing feedback on draft planning scheme

Southern Downs Regional Council is calling community consultation on its draft planning scheme success after receiving hundreds of submissions. Over an eight-week period, the council...

Lister’s alleged threat to Labor MP thrown out

Stringing together timely masterpieces

Allora becomes spooky Halloween wonderland

Hospital helipad closure linked to lengthy wait for patient transfer

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Sport

Eight PBs for Stanthorpe team

Stanthorpe Swimming Club had three swimmers head down the range for the Gatton Swimming Club’s Multi Distance Meet on Saturday. Backing up after club...

Duck season in Stanthorpe

RSL bowler Josh Wren scored a rare “double hat-trick”, four wickets in four balls, as the club picked up their second win of the...

Reeves’ unbeaten run ends in Willunga

Stanthorpe golfer Hannah Reeves' winning professional run came to an end at the weekend after a tough mixed tournament in South Australia. The 23-year-old had...

Rohan leaves his Mark on Gold Cup

After competing for more than 25 years Aratula-based camp drafter Rohan Marks has finally hit the holy grail in his sport taking out the...

Big wins in Association Play

Both Warwick Croquet Association Play results were won by being pegged out on Tuesday 14 October. Julie Grayson and E'Lane Burt pegged out to...

Consistent Brown triumphs

Brian Brown has taken out the annual Stanthorpe ‘Club Singles Consistency’ competition on Saturday beating Len Girgenti in the final. Brown got off to...

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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

Well-fitting suits

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An update from Allora and District Days for Girls

Allora and District Days for Girls team makes feminine hygiene kits for women and girls internationally and through Good360 in Australia. The team has...

Meeting the king of Serbia

I recently wrote the story of Sergeant John Fleet of the 15th Battalion who was awarded the French Medaille Militaire which was established in...

Steaks are high for leads

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Connect with others this week

Queenslanders are urged to come together in support of connection, community and wellbeing as part of Queensland Mental Health Week this week, Saturday 4...

Grand slam goes begging

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Mayor responds to state’s proposed reforms

While broadly welcoming local government reforms announced by the Queensland government last week (21 October), Southern Downs Regional Council Mayor Melissa Hamilton this week...

Markets mainly unchanged

Agents and vendors combined to present similar numbers for both the cattle sales and the sheep and lamb sales this week. The markets were mainly...

Australian farmer sentiment lifts

Queensland beef producers are driving a lift in the state’s rural confidence. A combination of favourable seasonal conditions in key beef-producing regions, strong global beef...

Champion town crier claims another national title

Bob Townshend’s booming voice is a familiar sound on the Southern Downs. And it’s become just as recognisable on the national stage with the “accidental”...

Stanthorpe author to launch first novel

Stanthorpe-based author and physiotherapist Cynan Lewis is set to be the toast of the town when he launches his novel “Shaped of Granite” at...

Rodeo draws strong crowds and record campdraft numbers

Organisers have begun breaking down the figures on this year’s Warwick Rodeo and Gold Cup Campdraft, reporting strong crowds and a record number of...

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