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Festival fever in Stanthorpe as Apple and Grape hits 60

Stanthorpe is ready to light up as Australia’s longest running harvest festival gets set to celebrate 60 years, transforming the town into a carnival...

Residents hoping Cherrabah rejection sends clear message

Elbow Valley residents are hoping the Southern Downs council’s overwhelming rejection of a controversial water bottling facility at Cherrabah Resort sends a clear message...

Warwick Show returns for 2026

The annual Spano’s IGA Warwick Show is returning to the Warwick Showgrounds from Friday, 10 March to Sunday, 22 March, promising a weekend of...

Festival icon Johnny Crunch returns

Forgotten Dalveen veterans finally recognised

Grassroots push to stop gendered violence before it starts

GALLERY: Killarney show delivers big weekend

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Sport

Dominant display from Ludlow

Lynette Ludlow was the winner when six Stanthorpe ladies lined up for the weekly mid-week single stableford this past Wednesday. The weather was bright...

Cool Music in hot form in Warwick

Bryan Dais is keen to step Cool Music up in distance after the mare returned to form by claiming the Les Clarke Memorial race...

McMillan and Ludlow star

Brendan McMillan and Lynette Ludlow took the titles as 39 players, including nine women, played out a Single Stableford sponsored by Stanthorpe’s Hello World...

Three teams in semis hunt

Souths, Valleys and RSL are all still in the race for the Stanthorpe and District Cricket semi final with just one round to go...

Stanthorpe swimmers excel at Pittsworth

A team of eight swimmers from Stanthorpe Swimming Club headed to Pittsworth on Sunday for the Pittsworth Piranhas long course swim meet. “There...

Sovereign Animals search for first cup

Sovereign Animals are through to their first ever Warwick Cricket Condamine Cup grand final following a gutsy four-wicket win over Redbacks at Slade Park...

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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...

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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

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Child safety hearings head to Toowoomba

The first public hearings in 2026 for the Commission of Inquiry into Child Safety will be held next month in Toowoomba. The public hearing...

Hart and Smith star in small field

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Schmidt and House snag first win

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Renewed scrutiny over controversial water licence

Despite persistent community opposition, Queensland Water Minister Ann Leahy has so far resisted making a call on whether to call-in and reassess the controversial...

The untold story of a Warwick hero

The city of Warwick on the Darling Downs has a proud military history that encompasses the Boer War and both World War 1 and...

Report finds hope and urgency for rare farm animals

Australia’s rare farm animals are showing signs of recovery but remain at risk, according to the Rare Breeds Trust of Australia’s 2025 livestock census. The...

Prep to year six students invited to spooky Blue Light disco

Stanthorpe Blue Light’s primary school disco is back with a spooky twist. The event for children in prep to year 6 with two hours...

Nearly 12,000 items sold in garage sale trail

Southern Downs residents sold more than 11,972 pre-loved items and generated more than $107,000 during last year’s Garage Sale Trail, new figures show. Over two...

Million-dollar feral pig plan opens for feedback

The Queensland Government’s $1 million feral pig management action plan draft is now open for public consultation. Aligning with the national action plan, the...

Who won what at this year’s Stanthorpe Show

Competitors braved the heat to battle it out in a range of events at the Stanthorpe Show in late-January. Here is the full list of...

Anzac legacy the focus for new sub-branch president

Navy veteran Steve Kelly is hoping to keep the Anzac legacy alive for younger generations after stepping into the role of president of Warwick...

Ute muster revving up

The Ute Muster is a fun and lively part of the Killarney Show, giving ute enthusiasts and families a chance to see a huge...

ARK’s pet of the week

LISA arrived to Ark and met the quiet boy, ARCHIE. Lisa being an extrovert helped Archie come out of his shell. They adore being...

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