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Iconic food vendor nearly burns to the ground

An ag show staple and beloved food vendor’s hot chips became too hot to handle at the Allora showgrounds last weekend. For a brief five...

Super happy with show success

Another show has been ticked off the Southern Downs circuit with the Allora Agriculture Show blowing organisers, entrants and attendees away. President of the...

Top global trends impacting Australian food and agri to 2030

Changed eating patterns due to the rising use of anti-obesity drugs, a shift to in-home alcohol consumption and increasing demand for dairy products tailored...

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Sport

Bowlers reaching the Summit

The draw has been made for the all-important Summit Bowls Club men’s and ladies’ pairs starting with a game on Saturday from 9.30am with...

Stanthorpe and Warwick do battle in cricket

Cricket across the Southern Downs and Granite Belt is getting down to the pointy end at both a local and regional level. The Stanthorpe...

Wolves back on the park

Warwick Wolves are back on the park – not that they really ever left – and ready for a new season according to president...

Come and try walking soccer

The fledgling Stanthorpe Walking Football returns on Friday night at the YMCA. Organiser Franco Arcidiacoco said the second come and try night would be held...

Olsen triumphs on long course

Helen Olsen has starred on the green during the Warwick Ladies Golf Stableford on the red course on Wednesday 29 January. The course was...

District pairs set to finalise

The Summit is set to host the finals of the Men’s District Pairs on 16 February from 10am with Brian Wilmot and Michael Sweeney...

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Congratulations on wonderful milestone

One hundred and fifty years is a remarkable milestone, and I congratulate St Joseph’s School on its sesquicentenary this month. Back in 1875, Stanthorpe was...

Wonderful memories flood back

I spent my entire primary school years at St Joseph’s. I remember clearly Mrs Shannon, our Grade 1 teacher. I’m still in...

Blessed to have been at St Joes

1972 was a great year for me because that was the year I began teaching at St Joseph’s Secondary School in Stanthorpe, teaching English,...

Thrilled to be at the helm

I have been Principal at St Joseph’s School since July 2017. Initially I was appointed as Acting Principal for six months due to the...

Marking historic milestone

As St Joseph’s School approaches its 150th anniversary, we take a moment to reflect on the rich history, enduring values, and significant milestones that...

Quality cattle on display

The stud cattle competition is set to be a huge feature of this year’s Allora Show, offering visitors a fascinating glimpse into the skill,...

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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

Humble nine becomes vital

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The art of cross-ruffing

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Top equestrian support

Welcome to our 149th Stanthorpe Show – for visitors to our show we have lots of events to view and for competitors we have...

Sheep a favourite

A firm favourite among visitors to the Sheep Pavilion is the Ingenious Sheep Section, a creative showcase highlighting the district’s resilience in the face...

’Cute and cuddlies’

Melville’s Pioneer Farm has been entertaining patrons for the past 30 years, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to attend your event! We...

Handcraft entries open

The handcraft section includes sewing, mosaics, decoupage, quilling, jewellery, macrame, card making and resin art to name a few. We always review our schedule annually...

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Location of Southern Downs regional study hub revealed

A regional study hub designed to keep students from having to travel away from the Southern Downs for university will be stationed at TAFE...

Discover the disease and desire of animals with this exhibition

Warwick Art Gallery will welcome a fascinating new exhibition, ZOONOSES, featuring the works of Logan-based artist Dr Nicola Hooper. The exhibition, which delves into...

Sneak peek inside Warwick’s historic corn mill

The doors of the more than 150-year-old Warwick Mill were flung open on Saturday to give community members a sneak peek into what goes...

Two southern Qld cops in court over misconduct allegations

Two southern Queensland police officers will face court over allegations of misconduct committed while off-duty last year. A male sergeant and a female senior constable,...

Historian honoured

Warwick and Stanthorpe Today’s historian John Telfer recently received an exciting invitation from France, asking him to attend a memorial event honouring fallen WWII...

Church celebrates its centenary

If only walls could speak, then the walls of the little Anglican Church in the picturesque community of Maryvale, at the foot of Cunningham’s...