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Jessica Klein is a reporter for Warwick Daily News and Stanthorpe Border Post, covering topics such as court, crime, breaking news, council, human interest, community and state issues, events and sport. Jessica strives to give representation to the community she serves, a voice to those who are marginalised and to celebrate the Southern Downs through her storytelling.

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Toowoomba

David McCarthy and Holly Gilbar at Lilyvale Flower Farm picking sunflowers, Sunday, February 2, 2025. Picture: Kevin Farmer

Gallery: Perfect weather for sunflower picking

A sunflower field northwest of Toowoomba has attracted eager crowds for their pick-your-own sessions. See the colourful photos in our gallery here.

Warwick

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Emergency services rush to fiery blaze on major highway

Motorists travelling between Toowoomba and Warwick could be delayed after a vehicle caught fire on a major highway.

News

Cameron and Debbie Barnes of Hillcrest picked up framed Don Bradman memorabilia and a 1m tall Yoda at the Toowoomba Swap hosted by Darling Downs Veteran and Vintage Motor Club at Toowoomba Showgrounds, Saturday, February 1, 2025. Picture: Kevin Farmer

Bargains galore: Toowoomba Swap Meet 2025

Collectors wallets were burning with the range of bargains and rare finds at the Toowoomba Swap Meet on Saturday.

Stanthorpe

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter at a crash at Tyndale on Monday.

Rescue helicopter called in after motorcycle crash near QLD border

A teenager has been seriously injured after a fall from a motorcycle near the Qld-NSW border. Here’s what we know

News

Millicennt Barrett has overcome two cancers at just five-years-old, starting her first day of Prep on January 28.

Extraordinary Qld prep student who defeated two cancers

The first week of school was extra special for a Toowoomba prep student who just 18-months ago feared she may not see her next Christmas. Here’s how she triumphed.

Stanthorpe

Generic ambulance, QAS, Queensland Ambulance Service, emergency, Friday, June 14, 2024. Picture: Kevin Farmer

Man in 30s fighting for life after fiery crash

A man is fighting for his life after his vehicle rolled and caught fire on rural road south-west of Brisbane. UPDATES.

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Man rushed to hospital after single-vehicle rollover

Emergency services had a busy morning on Sunday after a serious crash and alleged assault. DETAILS.

VideoWarwick

MWF Plumbing's showroom has been devastated by fire after the tobacco store next door was targeted on January 28. Photo: Facebook/MWF Plumbing

‘We will rebuild’: Family business destroyed by tobacco shop fire

A popular plumber has revealed the devastating impact of a “suspicious” fire which broke out at a neighbouring tobacco shop and also damaged a nearby beauty business. VIDEOS, PHOTOS.

News

Gowrie Little Plains Rural Fire Brigade volunteer firefighter Bill Brennan was awarded the QFD Australia Day Achievement Award and a National Emergency Medal for his service during the 2019-20 black summer fires, Friday, January 24, 2025. Picture: Kevin Farmer

‘We go as a team’: Humble firey’s response to national bravery award

A retired police sergeant turned volunteer firefighter, Bill Brennan has received his second national bravery award for outstanding service to the Darling Downs community. Here’s why.

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Tributes have flowed for 44-year-old Alan Manteit who died in a freak motorcycle crash in Rangeville on January 22.

‘He was fearless’: Family pays tribute to motorcyclist killed in crash

The sister of a Toowoomba man who tragically died in a motorcycle crash has paid tribute to her big brother and father of five.

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