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Hall future uncertain

Public consultation is set to determine the next course of action in the long fight to restore Allora’s beloved community hall. The Allora Community Hall...

Dog park advocates barking up the wrong tree

It’s been a dogged few months for a plan to build a fenced off-leash and adventure area for the canines of Warwick. After months of...

Plans for the new year

I had a visit from some Stanthorpe friends, keen birdwatchers, last week. It was the first time they had been out to the farm....

Granting assistance to rural communities

Saleyards rethink plea

Bringing Christmas joy

PetBarn makes a paws-itive impact in Warwick’s pet scene

Latest Sport

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BURGESS AND JONES STANTHORPE WINNERS Stanthorpe Golfers played, a 4BBB before sponsored by Stanthorpe Quality Meats before backing up for the annual Christmas party and...

Sports Shorts

ONLY DIEHARDS ON THE GREEN The weather on Saturday afternoon was not great and as a result only one game of triples was played at...

Little athletes have big fun

Organisers of the Little A’s Community Round Mini Meet at Hamilton Park in Warwick, involving members of the Warwick and Granite Belt Little Athletics...

Drags return to Warwick

Racing returned to the Warwick Dragway at the weekend with competitors coming from as far north as Cairns and south to Victoria for the...

Around the Greens

GOOD NUMBERS ON THE RANGE There were good numbers at the Southern Downs Rifle Club’s Sunday shoot at Risdon Range with members shooting from the...

Champ eyes Brisbane finish

Allora athletics product Matt Denny is just whisker from making his third Olympics team but he already has an eye on future – hoping...

Latest Entertainment

Dance group rises to the occasion

For those who danced as a child, there was something special about practising for weeks, perfecting a routine and then proudly getting up on...

Warwick Credit Union Cup time

The Warwick Turf Club was formed on January 20, 1873, and according to The Queenslander on 25 January, a “well-attended public meeting was...

Rodeo Queen proud to support the event

Our 2022 Rodeo Queen Maddie Gray has been a wonderful ambassador for the Warwick Show and Rodeo travelling to rodeos all over Australia including...

Tempt your tastebuds

If you’ve ever wanted to try some authentic Scottish and Irish food and beverages, you’ll have your chance to eat and drink your fill...

The Vikings are coming!

Where can you see Vikings engaging in pitched battles and knights battling it out in close combat this weekend? Look no further than CelticFest...

Celebrating all things Celtic

Visitors to the Southern Downs for CelticFest on Saturday 30 September and Sunday 1 October will find there are a wealth of additional Celtic-themed...

In Business - Sponsored

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...

New tool helps farmers utilise beneficial insects

Beneficial insects play an important role in farming and now understanding how and what chemistries to use to protect these 'paddock helpers' is easier...

Brides say I do to wedding event

The Warwick Bridal Show attracted 110 would-be brides, grooms and guests to the Kings Theatre at Warwick RSL at the weekend. It was the first...

Creating

Ironside Industry owner Diba Heinrich started her gym to create a safe space to meet, work out and catch up with friends. The gym, in...

Community News

Gollan a punters’ pal

Not too much to get excited about in last Saturday’s racing at Cranbourne, Kembla Grange, Doomben and Ascot. How we miss the top horses. In...

Preparing for Christmas

At gathering of the Allora and District Day For Girls group on 30 October saw another 60 kits packed for future distribution. We are doing...

Birthdays and bridges

Dealer: S Vul: E/W NORTH ♠ K4 ♥ AK108 ♦ 10 ♣ KJ7654 WEST EAST ♠ 9632...

Gardens are blooming at Whistle Stop

Whistle Stop Garden is holding up well in spite of the sudden very dry conditions and its resilience is due to the health of...

Give Koda her second chance

Koda, a stunning 4-year-old Amstaff cross with a heart of gold, is ready to find her forever home. This clever and affectionate girl forms...

Collins over Price

Dealer: S Vul: Both NORTH ♠ A7 ♥ K1097642 ♦ 754 ♣ 7 WEST EAST ♠ 10842...

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Mayor on the mic

It is not Christmas on the Southern Downs without a little serenading from the mayor himself. Mayor Vic Pennisi again plans to get behind...

Cowboy hats and boots

The wet weather did not deter the patrons who donned their best cowboy boots and hats and made their way down to the Stanthorpe...

No phones at school

There will be no phones at school next year, with the QLD Government agreeing to phone restrictions that puts them in line with the...

Op till you drop at Vinnies

The season to shop till you drop is upon us, but today’s the day when you can ‘op till you drop’ in Warwick at...

Too much paperwork tabled?

It was probably not a case of too much paperwork on the table at the meeting of the Southern Downs Regional Council but Cr...

Family’s Christmas wish

“Dear Santa, I know you probably can’t grant this wish but the most I want is for Laylah to get better“. This was a sibling’s...

Latest News

Hall future uncertain

Public consultation is set to determine the next course of action in the long fight to restore Allora’s beloved community hall. The Allora Community Hall...

Dog park advocates barking up the wrong tree

Plans for the new year

Granting assistance to rural communities

Saleyards rethink plea

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