SOUTHERN DOWNS

Welcoming 13 new citizens

Thirteen new citizens were welcomed in Stanthorpe on 17 September. Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton officially welcomed the new Australian citizens, marking an important...

Hoping to make history

With the Warwick Rodeo and Campdraft just around the corner, Peyton Alexander-Smith is gearing up to make history in this year’s Warwick Rodeo Queen...

State candidates step up

Queenslanders will head to the polls in just over one month’s time to vote on their state representatives for the next four years and...

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Hero’s welcome for Denny

Allora’s own bronzed Aussie Matt Denny is set to be honoured with a street parade early next month. Three-time Olympian Denny took the bronze medal...

Wattles take home a swag of medals

The Wattles Rugby League Club boasted a healthy representation at last Friday evening’s 2024 Toowoomba Rugby League Season Presentations at the Clive Berghofer Grande...

Ludlow wins monthly medal

Lynette Ludlow has taken out the Stanthorpe Women’s Golf monthly medal with 70 nett. Ludlow also won the best gross score with 95 and...

Wattles bow out

The 2024 Toowoomba Rugby League season curtain fell for the Wattles Warriors reserve grade team in Sunday’s Preliminary Final after finishing behind the Valleys...

Wolves toast season’s end

Warwick Wolves junior season wrapped up on Saturday with grand final day and the club’s annual presentation and funday day at Queens Park in...

Cowboys scoop the pool at awards night

The Warwick Cowboys have come away from this year’s Toowoomba Rugby League presentation dinner with a swag of awards including coach and representative player...

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...

Actor returns to Stanthorpe in 1999

It is a little-known fact that actor Shane Porteous began his acting career in Stanthorpe. Best known for his role as Dr Terrence Elliott...

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...

Cards close to chest

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A win for our environment

GBSAN is gratified to hear that our proposal to introduce a Household Chemical Waste scheme has been adopted by the Southern Downs Regional Council....

Explaining the game

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Tackling the silhouettes

The Allora Photography Group’s July meeting brought members face-to-face with the unexpectedly challenging topic of "Silhouettes." Despite the initial difficulty, members rose to the...

Partnering with Good360

At the gathering on the 29 July, a further 60 kits were packed. Finally, we received the information regarding the 150 kit commitment to...

Special award for Jasmine

Warwick netball has wrapped up it’s winter season with seniors finals, representative and junior break up days - and the presentation of a pretty...

Caring for the community pool

How many aged care and medical centres in Australia can say they also run the local community pool? Killarney’s can! Next week Killarney Memorial will...

Strengthening community

Stacey Gabriel, Lending Officer for Warwick Credit Union’s Killarney branch, has been a valuable asset to the local community since she began serving the...

Australia’s oldest race car spotted at Stanthorpe vintage car meet

Allora man Doug Partington was just 14 years old when he fulfilled his need for speed and bought his first racing car. Spotted for...

Ensuring safe trips

As road trips grow in popularity, ensuring vehicle safety is more critical than ever, especially when it comes to tyres. Proper tyre care not...

Major livestock markets up

Numbers were up across the board for the two major livestock markets this week, with 1400 head of cattle and 1778 head of sheep...

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Welcoming 13 new citizens

Thirteen new citizens were welcomed in Stanthorpe on 17 September. Southern Downs Mayor Melissa Hamilton officially welcomed the new Australian citizens, marking an important...

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