Blue bike project sparking mental health conversations
Visitors to Killarney over the weekend were treated to more than just scones and tea at a special community High Tea, they were also...
Organisers sprint to clear up date clash
An unexpected date clash with the Queensland Raceway round of the Supercars Series has seen organisers rush to move the Historic Leyburn Sprints a...
Canadian criminologist appointed new UniSQ Vice Chancellor
The University of Southern Queensland has announced the appointment of internationally respected academic leader Professor Paul Mazerolle as its next Vice-Chancellor and President.
Professor Mazerolle...
Killarney vintage fashion parade a ‘real labour of love’
There was a touch of old-world charm and plenty of local pride at the Killarney Senior Citizens Hall over the weekend, where guests gathered...
Recognition at last for forgotten soldiers
The spirit of remembrance was alive in Stanthorpe last week as community members, relatives, and RSL representatives gathered at the cemetery to pay tribute...
Markets firm despite wet weather
Welcome rainfall across the Southern Downs saw numbers ease at this week’s Warwick Saleyards as wet conditions kept some producers from transporting stock.
A total...
Rain keeps numbers down at sheep and lamb sale
Wet weather saw a smaller yarding at this week’s Warwick sheep and lamb sale, with agents and vendors presenting just 1306 head, a notably...
Council reviewing feedback on draft planning scheme
Southern Downs Regional Council is calling community consultation on its draft planning scheme success after receiving hundreds of submissions.
Over an eight-week period, the council...
Lister’s alleged threat to Labor MP thrown out
Queensland speaker Pat Weir has thrown out an allegation that Southern Downs MP James Lister threatened an opposition MP in parliament.
Documents tabled in parliament...
Stringing together timely masterpieces
It was a concert like no other when performing arts and visual arts created a fusion of sound and colour at the Stanthorpe Little...
Allora becomes spooky Halloween wonderland
Despite some early showers, the Allora Trick or Treat Trail and BBQ drew an estimated 400 children and parents.
Families came from both local areas...
Hospital helipad closure linked to lengthy wait for patient transfer
Darling Downs Health has insisted the temporary closure of Warwick Hospital’s helipad has not impacted patient outcomes following reports a man waited up to...
‘Take the jump’: Warwick bull rider’s advice to young Aussie cowboys
Homegrown Warwick bull rider, Callum Miller, is currently representing Australia on the global stage, competing in the American Professional Bull Riding (PBR) circuit and...
