A celebration of the joy of reading
At Glen Aplin State School, we don’t just teach reading—we live it. This World Book Day, we proudly celebrate the joy, wonder, and lifelong...
Weather welcomed the district bowls
In glorious autumn weather on Tuesday April 8, fourteen teams from around the district took part in Stanthorpe Bowls Club's monthly ‘Turkey Triples’ day.
Maria...
Keeping the stories alive this Anzac Day, wherever you are
RSL Queensland is calling on Queenslanders to help keep the ANZAC spirit alive by coming together as a community to honour our servicepeople, past...
Councillor portfolio shake-up
Councillor portfolios have had another shake-up, with some major changes in responsibility for the elected representatives of the Southern Downs Regional Council.
Three essential...
A day for honouring the sacrifices
On Friday 25 April, communities across the Southern Downs will gather to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have...
Second ambassador for 2026 Apple and Grape diamond jubilee steps up
The Stanthorpe Apple and Grape Harvest Festival is thrilled to announce its second Young Ambassador for the 2026 Festival—18-year-old Siena Zanatta, proudly sponsored by...
Rural kennel refused
A contentious application for a dog boarding kennel and rescue facility at a rural Dalveen property has been refused by the Southern Downs Regional...
Change of hands for Warwick Chamber
The Warwick Chamber of Commerce has officially welcomed its new president, Teilah McKelvey, following its Annual General Meeting.
Ms McKelvey, owner of Skye Consultancy Studio...
Supporting fun reading
New research has revealed that children are far less likely to grow up as readers if their parents don’t read themselves, highlighting the crucial...
Protect children from button batteries this Easter
Families are being reminded to stay vigilant about the dangers of button batteries in the lead up to the Easter holidays.
The small, coin-sized batteries are...
Warwick man, aged 26, dead after crashing stolen car
A Warwick man in his mid-20s has died in a two-vehicle crash involving a stolen car just south of Toowoomba.
The 26-year-old had been driving...
In Pics: Unveiling the new war memorials
Several locals made their way to Weroona Park on Wednesday 9 April, to witness the War Memorial upgrades that have been worked on for...
Grants open to help preserve Southern Downs heritage sites
Owners and custodians of heritage-listed sites across the Southern Downs have an opportunity to secure funding for important conservation works, with applications now open...
