Rude awakening for Stanthorpe residents after ‘loud explosion’
Residents southwest of Stanthorpe had a rude awakening on Friday, with more than 100 left without power. Here’s why.
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$5m upgrades for major regional highway
Motorists have raised concern over sections of a major regional highway, with reports of serious damage to vehicles. See the major upgrades coming in 2025.
Southwest under water after 48-hour deluge
Western Queensland’s hammering has continued overnight with flash flooding impacting rural communities. Here’s the latest forecast.
Divisive festival left in limbo after council slams application
The future of a new EDM music and arts festival on the Southern Downs is now in limbo after their application was knocked back by council, despite already selling a number of tickets. Here’s why.
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Why Stanthorpe man risked his life for another country
A brave southwest Queensland man who fought Canadian wildfires for more than a month had a particular craving when he returned to Australian soil.
New carbon farming project allowing SEQ producers to profit
A group of South East Queensland primary producers are profiting off their regenerative farming through a new project. Here’s how.
Southern Queensland predicted to feel the heat this weekend
Spring has sprung early across parts of Queensland as unusually warm temperatures crank up the heat. See what’s in store for the Southern and Darling Downs this weekend here.
Sporting community mourns ‘highly regarded’ karting figure
There’s been an outpouring of grief as tributes have flowed for the founder of Warwick Kart Club who sadly died last week. Here’s what the club said.
‘Place of rest’: Vulnerable women’s service restored
The temporary closure of a regional Queensland’s women’s service is no more, with an army of dedicated volunteers having pulled out all stops to restore it. See what’s changed here.
Stanthorpe man’s $100k luck of the draw
Christmas has come early for a regional Queensland man and his family after unknowingly snagging a life-changing first prize ticket. See how here.
Tiny home, big opportunity for Southern Downs region
A southwest Queensland council has realised the grass just might be greener on the other side, making two major changes to its residential dwelling regulations. See what’s changed here.
Not now, not ever: SDRC stands against domestic and family violence
A regional Qld council has pledged to stand against the growing trend of domestic violence, and has committed to building a safer community. FULL STORY HERE.
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