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Fears region headed for drought as dry spell bites

Increasingly dry conditions and bleak long-term rainfall outlooks have forced farmers into offloading livestock and rethinking this year’s cropping season amid fears the region...

Costumes shine at WarwickCon

Cosplayers, gamers and pop culture fans filled WIRAC last Wednesday as Warwick’s very own comic-con kicked into life. Organised by the team at headspace, WarwickCon...

The bravest of the brave

The Shrine of Remembrance in Warwick’s Leslie Park contains many names of enlisted men and women who answered the call in 1915 to help...

Midwifery boost for regional healthcare as new program rolls out

Cold morning blast sweeps across Southern Downs

Telstra upgrade to disrupt Karara mobile service

Markets feel the heat of weather and rising costs

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Sport

Hard-fought win for Wattles

Wattles Warriors had to fight hard to open their 2026 Toowoomba Rugby League premiership campaign with a 32 – 26 victory over the Highfields...

Cowboys come out firing

The Warwick Cowboys showed they mean business opening their 40th Toowoomba Rugby League season with three impressive wins across the grades against Souths on...

Evans wins exciting stableford

An exciting Warwick Women’s Single Stableford on Wednesday 9 April had to be decided on a countback after three golfers tied for first. Di...

End of an era

Stanthorpe Croquet Members gathered on Wednesday, 8 April to farewell Joy Newman who has decided to retire from the game she loves after 34. Joy...

Good roll-up for Easter Saturday bowls

Players from around South East Queensland took advantage of good Easter holiday conditions to for a game of social bowls at The Summit –...

Evans takes stableford

Di Evans was in top form to take out the Warwick Ladies Golf single stableford on Wednesday with 40 points. Leanne Manwaring was runner...

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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

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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Sheep sales sees weather-driven surge

The conditions and the unfavourable weather have seen more stock come on to the market for the weekly sheep and lamb sale. Growers and...

Subsidies announced for mandatory livestock tagging

The Queensland Government are rolling out discounted electronic identification devices (eID) for sheep and goats to assist with the “financial burden” of the industry’s...

Multimillion-dollar deal for Warwick retail hub

The Warwick Harvey Norman Retail Centre has sold for a whopping $7.45 million to the Cosgrove Group, with Warwick being described as a “key...

The Golden Dawn of the Rose City: Why Your Future at SunLife Warwick is Worth the Wait

There is a quiet, rhythmic beauty to life in Warwick that those in the big cities often fail to grasp. It is in the...

Bin blazes spark safety reminder

The Southern Downs Regional Council (SDRC) are reminding residents that not all household items are safe to dispose of in general waste or recycling...

Maternity care win for Darling Downs Health

Darling Downs Health has been named the 2026 Every Week Counts Collaborative Champion for their “outstanding” work to improve maternity care for Aboriginal and...

National Pet Day highlights the power of companionship

National Pet Day offers a timely reminder of the important role animals play in our lives, not just as companions, but as a source...

Search for three men continues after Wheatvale burglary

Police are continuing to investigate a burglary with violence that occurred in Wheatvale early Tuesday morning. At around 5 am on Tuesday, 7 April,...

Man charged following alleged armed robberies

A 39-year-old Westbrook man has been charged by police with almost 20 offences following a string of alleged armed robberies and stolen vehicles across...

The unsung bravery of Leyburn’s William Kim

My recent article written about the discrimination that prevented men of Chinese descent from enlisting into the AIF in World War 1 has unearthed...

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