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Southern Downs farmer takes on world’s longest horse race

Roughly 200 metres into the world’s longest horse race and a sudden realisation began to dawn on Kelly Dudley. “I realised how unfit I was,”...

Killarney aged care’s million dollar lawsuit abandoned

A costly compensation claim filed against a major Southern Downs aged care facility by a former employee has been abandoned. Killarney Memorial Aged Care centre...

How an Allora-born data analyst won Queenslander of the year

Autistic Australians are up to 10 times more likely to face unemployment compared to those without a disability. The startling statistic is one of just...

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Sport

International audience

Stanthorpe’s Twenty20 grand final is expected to attract an international audience this weekend after the competition newcomers Vanthorpe stormed into the grand final of...

Hendry proves unbeatable

Lochie Hendry proved unstoppable in Saturday’s stableford at Stanthorpe Golf Club. Readers of this column, who are graced with a dignified amount of grey...

Southern Cross and Clifton host pairs

The venues for the Southern Downs Mens District Bowls Association Men’s Pairs have been decided for 2025 with Southern Cross and Clifton Bowling Clubs...

Luck was in for Robyn

Warwick Croquet club held its golf play competition on Thursday 12 December. Results: Robyn Luck and Danny Henricks 7 defeated Barb Morrison and Brian...

Wheatvale confirm second spot

Wheatvale have held out a determined Allora to go into the Christmas break in clear second place on the Warwick Cricket Association Condamine Cup...

Successful meet for Warwick

Warwick swimmers have excelled at this year’s Club State Relays during the Queensland State Championships at Chandler in Brisbane at the weekend. “We couldn’t...

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Entertainment

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...

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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

Prizegiving awards for bridge

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A total optimist attempt

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Exploring monochrome this month

The Allora Photography Group turned its creative focus to Monochrome for November, inviting members to explore the depth and artistry of single-colour photography. While...

Vigorous bidding with a strong hand

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A stellar week for Collins

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Recognising the strength of the suit

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Reflecting upon a big year

As the festive season approaches, I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. There’s no doubt 2024 has been...

Letter to the editor: Concern for greater good

It is understandable that Mr Lister is ‘weary of hearing from experts’ (Today, 19 December). Youth crime is very hard to manage. The costs of...

Lift-off for new LifeFlight helicopter as service expands

The first of seven new AW139 helicopters for LifeFlight’s growing fleet touched down in Toowoomba on 19 December as the aeromedical organisation expands to...

Volunteers urged to have say on falling numbers

Queenslanders have been called upon to voice their say on falling volunteer rates as part of a parliamentary inquiry. State Volunteers Minister Ann Leahy officially...

Australian wine sales surpass production for second year running

The Australian wine industry has reported that sales have exceeded production for the second consecutive year, according to the Australian Wine Production, Sales and...

Retail staff earn police praise after traumatic tasering incident

Warwick Harvey Norman staff have drawn police praise in the wake of a traumatic tasering incident involving an allegedly armed customer on Monday morning. Police...