Tag: News
Big plans for tourism in the border region
With domestic tourism set to expand over the coming years, communities along the border have been working hard to prepare for this growth. A...
Warwick Post Office evacuated after workers smell smoke
The Warwick Post Office was today evacuated after workers reported a strong smell of electrical smoke.
Staff stood outside on Grafton Street as firefighters checked...
Lieutenant Hector Markey 1st AIF. the flying medic
Hector Markey was a hero of the first World War distinguishing himself as a stretcher bearer on the slopes of Gallipoli and later, amid...
Itchy palm
The latest contribution from Rose City Writers, this week from FLEUR LIND...
Check out more short stories at Fleur Lind's website - fleursfabulousfables.wordpress.com
"Itchy Palm"
Agnes was...
This week on the farm
Who knew? In my wildest dreams, I could not imagine Glenlyon Dam at its current historic high of 117% as it is here before...
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
It’s almost that time of year! All the trees are decorated down the main street and looking very festive. Windows are decorated and Christmas...
Parents and carers support group launches
Warwick resident Christina Cavanaugh created a Facebook support group designed to unite parents and carers of children with disabilities.
The page, Southern Downs Parents and...
‘Several areas that are of concern’ at WIRAC
Warwick Indoor Recreation and Aquatic Centre’s (WIRAC) report was received at the recent Southern Downs Regional Council Ordinary Meeting on 17 November.
As part of...
Wyerba winery to expand
Southern Downs Regional Council (SDRC) approved an exciting material change of use application for a Wyerba winery and cellar door at the recent Ordinary...
Getting in the Christmas shopping spirit
Stanthorpe's Christmas Market Day brought the Christmas spirit to town on Saturday 4 December, running from 9 am to 2 pm.
With boutique shopping and...
Blue tree continues to start conversations
Two months after it was painted, the blue tree at Applethorpe continues to do just what it was created for – start conversations.
The tree...
Asian-inspired snow peas
Snow peas and sugar snaps are now in season, gorgeous green, snappy and delicious. If you can stop eating them fresh try this...
Markets feel the heat of weather and rising costs
Numbers were mixed this week as we settle into the normality of the 5-day week after the Easter break.
Cattle saw a yarding of...
