Tag: Community News
Celebrating a decade of quality service
James and Mandy Marsh are this year celebrating 10 years as the owners of Stanthorpe Mechanical and Wrecking.
The family-owned business has been an integral...
Keeping cool in a the summer heat
Those struggling to keep their cool this Spring are certainly not alone!
As temperatures climb it’s not uncommon for people to be searching...
Message from Southern Downs Mayor Vic Pennisi
What is the reason for the season? I often reflect as to what Christmas means to me. Is it about having a break? Is...
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
Decorations are adorning shops, trees are going up and lights are starting to appear on houses across the Southern Downs and Granite Belt as...
SDRC Mayor Vic Pennisi’s letter to Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk
Dear Premier Palaszczuk,
Queensland Restrictions at 80% Double-dose Vaccination.
Since the State Government announced its position on linking vaccination status to Public Health Measures...
Community gets together to commemorate Remembrance Day
The Southern Downs and Granite Belt paused on 11 November at 11 am to remember Australians who have given their lives in war.
On 11...
Making the ‘goodbyes’ easier
Stephen Wilson of Warwick Funerals has a positive and simple guide for anyone considering plans for their own funeral, or for loved ones.
Speaking at...
The great flood of ’21
Multiple roads were cut off by flooding in Stanthorpe last week, effectively cutting the town in half.
Quart Pot Creek swelled to cover Rotary Park...
Warwick Covid case a shock to the system
The Southern Downs was hit with a cold awakening when it was announced that Covid-19 had been detected in the region early last week.
Queensland...
34 years of support in Stanthorpe
Granite Belt Neighbourhood Centre celebrated 34 years on 10 November, commemorating the event by installing their new sign on the corner of Corundum and...
Council accused of ‘petty politics’ by festival on brink of cancellation
Southern Downs Regional Council has been accused of refusing to process event permits for next month’s Rabbits Eat Lettuce festival as organisers launch a...
