SOUTHERN DOWNS

Morgan Park already confirmed for 2024 Superbike round

Warwick’s Morgan Park Raceway is set to host round four of Australian Superbike Championships from 12-14 July next year after wowing organisers and competitors...

Supporting those who support us

The Southern Downs, a region accustomed to the harsh blows of nature’s fury, has seen its fair share of disasters ranging from floods to...

Governor marks milestone

Warwick hosted Queensland Governor Dr Jeannette Young on Tuesday 5 December for a momentous occasion - the unveiling of two crucial plaques in Leslie...

Sports Shorts

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...

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...

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...

Must own Mustang

Introducing Mustang, an adorable Staffy x Border Collie born on September 27, 2023, as part of the Car litter. Despite not being born under our...

Strength from the west

Dealer: E Vul: N/S NORTH ♠ 875 ♥ 6 ♦ 943 ♣ KQ10432 WEST EAST ♠ AJ...

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...

COUNCIL BRIEFS

Cox Bridge set for replacement Cox Bridge in Victoria Street, Warwick, is set to be replaced when funding can be found for the major work. The...

Brothers in arms

Anzac history is full of stories about brothers of the one family enlisting into the Australian Imperial Force in 1915, when the call went...

Our remarkable women

Zonta Stanthorpe, a proud member of Zonta International, is dedicated to promoting human rights, equality, equity, and inclusion for women and girls globally through...

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....

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Morgan Park already confirmed for 2024 Superbike round

Warwick’s Morgan Park Raceway is set to host round four of Australian Superbike Championships from 12-14 July next year after wowing organisers and competitors...