Farmers rush to build
With available rentals in Stanthorpe at an all-time low, many local farmers have resorted to building their own on-site accommodation for seasonal workers.
Stanthorpe real...
Outback crime through local’s eyes
A Southern Downs man has released his first novel, a tale of Australian rural crime and a nod to his own personal experience in...
$30,000 to Warwick school
A Warwick school has been named the recipient of a $28,500 federal grant, which will partly fund the development and implementation of a new...
Farm groups call for action
Representatives of Queensland’s horticulture and agriculture sector have thanked the state government for its support in boosting farm labour, while simultaneously condemning the federal...
Granite Belt Arts and Craft Trail receives funding
The Federal Government is supporting the Granite Belt to reconnect through the Arts.
The Granite Belt Art and Craft Trail is back for another year...
Endeavour in contract win
A local disability service provider has united with Southern Downs Regional Council to create up to a dozen jobs for supported employees.
The council appointed...
Farm ‘tenants from hell’
A Stanthorpe and Cottonvale property owner has sustained what he described as “malicious damage” to his property by overseas workers he rented his properties...
Award-winning artist running workshops during Jumpers and Jazz
Award winning artist, Annette Raff, is in town for the Jumpers and Jazz in July festival.
The art teacher is currently doing a residency at...
Warwick post office decked in red
Hundreds of crocheted red squares have made their way from across the country and overseas to the Warwick Post Office for Queensland’s quirkiest festival.
For...
A slice of history driving into town
Stanthorpe is set to see a slice of history roll into town at the end of the month, with 30 Ford T Model cars...
Leslie Dam cracks 50 percent
Leslie Dam, a major source of drinking water to Warwick, Allora and Yangan, has now reached 50 percent capacity.
Recent rain has restored the water...
Petition against Pig and Calf Sale sparks uproar
Vegan activism group, Farm Animal Rescue, has launched a petition to shut down Warwick's Pig and Calf Sale.
The petition is addressed to Minister for...
Heroic pilot’s legacy lives on
Frank Slater was a young boy growing up on a farm prior to World War 2 with a dream of one day flying as...
