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Forfeit doesn’t dampen cultural flavour

The Warwick Water Rat’s Rugby Union club’s Cultural Round didn’t go to plan with their planned opposition, South Burnett Thrashers forfeiting, but that doesn’t...

The benefits of Rainbow Responders

In the 12 months since launching its dedicated email channel for LGBTQIA+ participants and carers, Carers Queensland has seen an increase in people from...

$161 million in funding for National Firearms register

The Australian Government has announced a funding commitment of $161 million to implement a National Firearms Register, a signature community and police safety initiative...

Commemorating the Anzacs

Towns across the region came together to pay tribute to Anzac Day on 25 April, with Allora standing out for its large turnout. The commemorations...

Allora pool decision reversed, operator extends for two more years

Swim coach Andrew Fidge has secured another two years in control of Allora Pool, the Southern Downs council has revealed, bringing an end to...

Deputy Mayor announces end date

The Southern Downs Regional Council Deputy Mayor Sheryl Windle will not seek re-election when this council term is over. She made the announcement quite casually...

Poppies rested on graves of deceased Killarney veterans

Light attendance at a graveside Anzac memorial service did little to burden the sense of occasion in Killarney last Wednesday. In the half hour before...

May highlights at Warwick Art Gallery

Warwick Art Gallery is set to captivate visitors throughout May with a diverse lineup of exhibitions and events, promising a fusion of artistic exploration...

Cuddle beds bringing comfort and compassion to palliative care

The Warwick Hospital has welcomed a double-sized palliative care cuddle bed, generously donated by the Warwick RSL Sub-branch through the Belinda McGowan Foundation. The Belinda...

Crisafulli spruiks vision

Queensland opposition leader David Crisafulli spruiked his party’s vision for supporters in Warwick on Saturday as the hopeful premier counts down six months until...

Youth involvement was Yangan’s Anzac Day theme

The spirit of Anzac Day was brought to life in the small town of Yangan as the community joined hands with Yangan State School...

‘Aging’ sewer network set for multimillion dollar renewal

Approximately 80 kilometres worth of sewer mains are set to be cleaned and a further 18 kilometres relined across the Southern Downs in a...

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Forfeit doesn’t dampen cultural flavour

The Warwick Water Rat’s Rugby Union club’s Cultural Round didn’t go to plan with their planned opposition, South Burnett Thrashers forfeiting, but that doesn’t...