Tag: News
Feedlot application approval contentious
An application for a feedlot near Allora presented at the 13 July Southern Downs Regional Council (SDRC) meeting was approved, but the project is...
Local dairy farmers are vanishing
Dairy farmers are finishing up production in droves, with two locals finishing up this month, while others say they'll always find a way to...
GALLERY: Art @ St Mark’s still going strong in their 10th year
Art @ St Mark's had their official opening on Friday 22 July, returning for the Jumpers and Jazz Festival for their 10th year.
The event...
GALLERY: Country hospitality a hit
The Freestone Memorial Hall was bustling on Saturday morning for the Freestone Country Breakfast.
Dedicated volunteers pumped out delicious food, while attendees browsed craft stalls.
Freestone...
Darling Downs regions with the most organ donors revealed this DonateLife week
This DonateLife Week, Australian Organ Donor Register (AODR) data has revealed the top five local government areas in Darling Downs with the most people...
Library and gallery project decision delayed
The future of the Stanthorpe Art Gallery and Library project is uncertain after Southern Downs Regional Council decided today to delay making a decision.
This...
The Summit State School commended for Visible Learning program
Local schools have been commended for their excellent work in Queensland’s 2022 Showcase Awards for Excellence in Schools.
The Summit State School received a commendation...
Housing championed for domestic violence victims
At last week's council meeting, Cr Cynthia McDonald suggested SDRC take action to ensure safe housing for women escaping domestic and family violence, to...
Good food, simple living and good health
Valerie Pearson is on a mission to bring good food, simple living and good health to people. Through her workshops and her books, Valerie...
This week on the farm
Well, as predicted, it was another busy week on the farm – a busy week in a Covid haze. I am improving but still...
Local landholders hear call to help endangered wildlife
A dozen landholders have signed on to revegetate their properties to help some of the world’s most endangered birds: the swift parrot and regent...
Angela Fabian’s soulful Jumpers and Jazz performances
This year's Jumpers and Jazz in July recruited The Voice Australia alumna Angela Fabian to perform at various events last week, wowing locals and...
Sprints king Amos does it again
Lismore’s Dean Amos has proven he is the undisputed king of the Historic Leyburn Sprints, claiming an amazing 10th title on Sunday.
Racing his...
