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A Swan Creek hero

While researching the Anzacs of the Southern Downs who fought in the Great War of 1914–18, there appears to be quite a few men...

One of Allora’s war heroes

When researching Allora’s greatest war heroes, it is difficult to decide which one is perhaps the greatest. This small town on the Darling Downs...

From bartering to an array of foreign coins

What was Australia’s currency before the 1919 penny was first minted on Australian soil? In colonial times, coins in use were produced overseas in...

The Parker family legacy

Australia entered World War II on 3 September 1939 in support of the United Kingdom’s declaration of war on Nazi Germany. This resulted in Australian...

Renewables and sustainability

The global community is facing two great environmental challenges – combatting climate change through the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and stemming the loss...

The youngest Talgai hero

The story of Mortimer Car Clark was about the eldest son of the Clarks of Talgai homestead. A written tribute to John, the youngest...

The return of the hungry horses

When I was young (many decades ago) we lived on a small family farm at Wheatvale near Warwick. Our lifestyle was close to the organic...

Autumn Lane

Take a walk on a fresh day in autumn Down a leaf-strewn lane Hand-in-hand with someone you love And gaze in awe at the...

Large home on half acre

This property will suit a multi-generation family who needs the space for privacy and comfort according to agent Helen Harm. Helen said the property, set...

A home to heroes

Talgai Homestead, situated near the small town of Allora, has a unique and varied history since its construction in 1868 by pastoralist, George Edwin...

Workin Wear Warwick

Situated in the main shopping precinct at 55 Palmermin Street, Warwick is the thriving Workin Wear business being offered for sale. Popular brand products such...

Multi-million dollar views

This property is right on the Queensland NSW border, only 20 minutes from Warwick, with sensational views back over the range and what agent...

Dalveen to host first combined Australia Day awards

Dalveen State School will host the Southern Downs Regional Council’s first combined Australia Day awards ceremony in 2025. Next month’s Citizen of the Year awards...