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Cold morning blast sweeps across Southern Downs

An early taste of winter greeted Southern Downs residents on Monday morning with temperatures plunging to below zero degrees in parts of the region. The...

Telstra upgrade to disrupt Karara mobile service

Telstra mobile phone customers in Karara can expect temporary disruptions this month while the telco upgrades its base station. The works are scheduled to begin...

Markets feel the heat of weather and rising costs

Numbers were mixed this week as we settle into the normality of the 5-day week after the Easter break. Cattle saw a yarding of...

Sheep sales sees weather-driven surge

Subsidies announced for mandatory livestock tagging

Multimillion-dollar deal for Warwick retail hub

The Golden Dawn of the Rose City: Why Your Future at SunLife Warwick is Worth the Wait

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Sport

Evans wins exciting stableford

An exciting Warwick Women’s Single Stableford on Wednesday 9 April had to be decided on a countback after three golfers tied for first. Di...

End of an era

Stanthorpe Croquet Members gathered on Wednesday, 8 April to farewell Joy Newman who has decided to retire from the game she loves after 34. Joy...

Good roll-up for Easter Saturday bowls

Players from around South East Queensland took advantage of good Easter holiday conditions to for a game of social bowls at The Summit –...

Evans takes stableford

Di Evans was in top form to take out the Warwick Ladies Golf single stableford on Wednesday with 40 points. Leanne Manwaring was runner...

Scottish feel for Easter golf

It may have been Easter but the Stanthorpe 4BBB golf competition on Saturday had a distinctively Scottish feel about it. The day was originally meant...

Collis heads turkey triples winners

Peter Collis, Carl Sutherland and Glen Preston have won the Warwick East monthly turkey triples held on the Thursday before Easter. With sixteen teams...

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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...

In Business - Sponsored

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

Familiar faces return

Dealer: N Vul: N/S NORTH ♠ AJ62 ♥ AK ♦ K103 ♣ AQ104 WEST EAST ♠ K743 ♠ Q985 ♥ 97542 ♥ Q103 ♦ A5 ♦ 9864 ♣ J8 ♣ K2 SOUTH ♠ 10 ♥ J86 ♦ QJ72 ♣...

Bridge’s most important moment

Dealer: S Vul: Both NORTH ♠ AK10754 ♥ J10 ♦ K5 ♣ 875 WEST EAST ♠ QJ63 ♠ 92 ♥ Q974 ♥ 632 ♦ 32 ♦ J1074 ♣ J43 ♣ Q1092 SOUTH ♠ 8 ♥ AK85 ♦ AQ986 ♣...

ARK’s pet of the week

Shadow arrived to Ark very frightened of her new surroundings. It has taken her time to come out of her shell, but she is...

McGinness dominates with two wins

Dealer: E Vul: N/S NORTH ♠ 863 ♥ 763 ♦ A4 ♣ 98754 WEST EAST ♠ 952 ♠ AJ7 ♥ A85 ♥ QJ104 ♦ KJ7 ♦ Q10985 ♣ AQJ2 ♣ 3 SOUTH ♠ KQ104 ♥ K92 ♦ 632 ♣...

ARK’s pet of the week

Hi, I’m Rocco. I’m a very sweet and affectionate Border Collie mix with a big heart and lots of love to give. I found...

Taking the risk

Dealer: s Vul: E/W NORTH ♠ 874 ♥ KJ1054 ♦ 8 ♣ K542 WEST EAST ♠ AKJ10965 ♠ Q ♥ 9 ♥ Q632 ♦ Q32 ♦ AK6 ♣ 103 ♣ AQ876 SOUTH ♠ 32 ♥ A87 ♦ J109743 ♣...

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Bin blazes spark safety reminder

The Southern Downs Regional Council (SDRC) are reminding residents that not all household items are safe to dispose of in general waste or recycling...

Maternity care win for Darling Downs Health

Darling Downs Health has been named the 2026 Every Week Counts Collaborative Champion for their “outstanding” work to improve maternity care for Aboriginal and...

National Pet Day highlights the power of companionship

National Pet Day offers a timely reminder of the important role animals play in our lives, not just as companions, but as a source...

Search for three men continues after Wheatvale burglary

Police are continuing to investigate a burglary with violence that occurred in Wheatvale early Tuesday morning. At around 5 am on Tuesday, 7 April,...

Man charged following alleged armed robberies

A 39-year-old Westbrook man has been charged by police with almost 20 offences following a string of alleged armed robberies and stolen vehicles across...

The unsung bravery of Leyburn’s William Kim

My recent article written about the discrimination that prevented men of Chinese descent from enlisting into the AIF in World War 1 has unearthed...

Motorsport stars to take over Leslie Park

Locals are being invited to experience the fast-paced world of motorsport up close these school holidays at Leslie Park. Morgan Park Raceway and the...

Police investigations into string of vehicle thefts continue

Police are investigating a string of armed robberies and vehicle thefts across the Darling Downs region, with the suspect believed to be last seen...

Dalveen student becomes Prime Minister for the day

Dalveen local, 12-year-old Jett Jarvis, got to be Prime Minister for the day after winning Squiz Kids’ competition with his video about wonky produce...

Bridge lesson in the power of the ten

Dealer: N Vul: Both NORTH ♠ 93 ♥ AQ84 ♦ 9842 ♣ A95 WEST EAST ♠ AKJ7652 ♠ 10 ♥ 5 ♥ K10976 ♦ A6 ♦ K7 ♣ Q85 ♣ KQ1076 SOUTH ♠ Q84 ♥ J82 ♦ QJ1053 ♣...

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