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No ‘one silver bullet’ in feral pig fight

Goomburra farmer Graham Parker was running a routine cattle muster when without warning a lone feral pig violently attacked two muster dogs, killing one...

Labour hire firm racked up $11 million tax bill before collapse

Collapsed labour hire contractor iComply Horticultural Compliance Specialists amassed a tax debt of more than $11 million owed to state and federal tax agencies...

Firm market at saleyards

The weather has settled and we have seen a stabilization across most of our livestock sales. The numbers were up across the board as we...

Strong numbers as sheep sale returns

Allora’s first showgirls post-Covid

Popular farmstay hits market after 21 years

Two decades of regional artistic passion for Karina Devine

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Sport

Wolves and Carlton take preseason to Kingaroy

The Warwick Wolves and Stanthorpe Carlton United football clubs made their annual preseason trip to Kingaroy to take on players from all over Queensland...

Orienteering sprint event for Warwick

The local Bullecourt Boulder Bounders Orienteering Club is set to host a sprint event at Warwick’s Scots College on Sunday 8 February. The...

Good numbers for Junior Cowboys

It’s full steam ahead for the newly formed Warwick Junior Cowboys Rugby League Club with officials being blown away by the response to their...

Bonner shield onslaught

Adam Bonner is the toast of Stanthorpe Cricket, scoring more than 300 runs in two days and helping to steer the Stanthorpe and District...

Finals places on the line

Last-placed Valleys’ season will be on-the-line this weekend when they play two games in two days as they aim to bridge the gap between...

Stuart conquers hot conditions

The extremely hot conditions did not deter seven women from braving the heat to compete in the Single Stableford competition on Wednesday 28 January...

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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

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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Bridge club to begin lessons

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Counting an essential skill

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Celebrating the winners of the 150th Stanthorpe Show

What would the Show Weekend be without a little healthy competition? Each year, the Stanthorpe Show is home to a huge range of competitions...

GALLERY: Showtime smiles in Stanthorpe

The Stanthorpe Showgrounds were again the place to be this weekend as the community came together for the 2026 Stanthorpe Show. As locals and...

One Nation soars over estranged coalition bedfellows

Weeks of infighting have taken a toll on the former coalition partners as Pauline Hanson's One Nation soars to new heights of popularity. The primary...

Stanthorpe Show draws thousands for 150 year anniversary

Only drought, war and the Spanish flu have ever spoiled the party in 150 years of the Stanthorpe Show. With big expectations, this year’s milestone...

A weekend of farming pride and old fashioned hospitality

The Allora Show is one of those classic country events that gives visitors a real taste of what life in the Southern Downs is...

Door opens to coalition reunion as leader spill flops

A failed challenger for the Nationals' leadership has urged the party to reunite with the Liberals. David Littleproud will remain as the leader of the...

Strategy and speed take center stage at the Allora Show

This year's Demolition Derby promises heart-pounding action and plenty of thrills for spectators of all ages. Drivers put their skills and strategy to the test...

The Friday night rodeo kicks off the Allora Show

The Allora Show gets off to a powerful start on Friday night with one of its most popular and talked-about events, the Friday Night...

Iconic Stanthorpe Show marks 150th anniversary success

Another successful Stanthorpe Show weekend has officially wrapped up as the Stanthorpe Agricultural Society rings in 150 years of community pride within the region....

Nationals leader secure after spill bid falls flat

David Littleproud will remain the leader of the Nationals Party after a failed spill motion. Queensland MP Colin Boyce launched the attempt to trigger a...

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