Revealed: Why this southern Qld’s golden arches is no longer 24/7
Fast food fans have not been McLovin’ recent changes to the operating hours of a southwest Queensland McDonald’s restaurant. See why here.
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Investigations continue after alleged country town crime spree
Police are appealing to the community for assistance after a bridge was allegedly vandalised and fires lit in the Southern Downs. Update here.
Two dead, major highway closed after horror crash
Disturbing scenes of a horror fatal crash overnight have resulted in two drivers dead and a major highway closed near the Queensland-NSW border. Here’s what we know.
Shocking near-miss with two trucks caught on dashcam
Jaw-dropping dashcam footage has captured the terrifying moment a couples’ lives flashed before their eyes while travelling on a rural highway. Footage and details here.
Missing girl allegedly chained in bathroom with dog collar
A court has heard in the murder trial of a mother and stepdad that a two-year-old girl was allegedly chained inside a bathroom with a dog collar, fed dog food and her own faeces in the lead up to her death.
Full details: Murder trial of missing toddler Kaydence Mills
A regional Queensland couple accused of murdering and torturing a toddler have plead guilty to moving the little girl’s body from a Western Down’s home to the banks of the town’s water supply. Everything heard during the trial here.
‘Like −5.2C’: Temperatures plummet across regional Queensland
Temperatures have dropped across Queensland with a polar blast is causing the mercury to plummet. While Queensland freezes into August, one Darling Downs town has recorded the coldest temperature in the state.
‘Urbex’: Qld’s famous abandoned sites
A number of sites around Queensland sit abandoned and derelict, but that won’t keep away these ‘urban explorers’. See our list of the abandoned sites around the state and the people risking it all to explore them.
Hospo worker confessions: ‘We hate it when you do this’
Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes in a cafe, bar or restaurant? Take a look at the startling confessions and secrets you need to know.
Endangered icon rescued from unlikely location
An iconic Australian marsupial has been given a new home in the Southern Downs after a dramatic rescue unfolded on the banks of the Brisbane River to save the endangered animal stranded far from home.
Trio of boxers to keen to continue Warwick’s boxing ‘legacy’
Three talented young pugilists are heading interstate to compete against the best, with the lads keen on preserving Warwick’s unique history of boxing into the next generation.
‘Derogatory, racist, sexist’: 40 Qld place names set to change
Dozens of Queensland place names deemed offensive – mainly to First Nations people – are to be changed by the State Government.
Police questioned over delays of fatal crash footage one year later
Police footage and statements in the case of a man accused of causing the death of a teen in an explosive stolen car crash is still outstanding before the courts.
Community figures briefed for ‘unthinkable’ armed offender scenarios
A security forum provided awareness for the Southern Downs community to stay vigilant, alert and prepared in case of a serious active incident. Here’s why the community is preparing for the unthinkable.
‘Bound to die’: Pregnant mum allegedly buried girl on family camping trip
The parents of a missing Queensland toddler who stand accused of treating the little girl ’worse than an animal’, allegedly held her captive naked in a toilet for potty training in the days before her death, a court has been told.
Named: Southern Downs drink or drug drivers exposed
From being busted driving double the limit to a driver pulled over with a shocking ‘cocktail of drugs’ in his system here are some of our region’s most recent drink or drug drivers to face court.
‘Dead dog’: Mum makes disturbing threats during nasty break-up
A Warwick mum’s disturbing text threats to a man have been exposed, with the woman saying she had ‘associates’ that would rape and kill the man. Here’s why she did it.
‘Completely false’: LNP stalwart defends Aboriginal land grab
Goondiwindi’s mayor has defended a land transfer which will see a town reserve handed as freehold to an Aboriginal corporation, saying not even ‘one square metre’ of private land will be impacted.
10 unique SEQ Airbnb stays for less than a new Apple Watch
Have rising economic pressures left you scrapping a weekend away from the budget? Here’s 10 cosy Airbnbs across South East Queensland for a getaway that will cost you less than a brand new Apple Watch.
‘Continuous blatant disregard’: Bad driver’s criminal history exposed
A Southern Downs father has been slammed for having a ‘blatant disregard for the law’ after facing court for drug and driving offences.
Position of prayers divides regional Queensland council
A debate on the place of prayers and condolences at a regional Queensland council’s meetings caused division among councillors and ended in a very narrow vote. DETAILS.
Explained: Everything you need to know about the Qld state election
After nine years of Labor rule, polls are pointing to a change of government at October’s Queensland election. FAST FACTS
The one attribute Crisafulli needs to change to be King David
YouGov polling has revealed David Crisafulli leads Steven Miles on all character attributes, bar one, in what could be a monumental stumbling block for the Opposition Leader.
Premier’s stunning vow to Qld in wake of polling disaster
In an exclusive interview, Premier Steven Miles believes battered Labor can still win come October and has promised to ‘do better’ as polling puts his government on track for a devastating loss.
Southern Downs’ water security now in state government’s hands
The fate of Stanthorpe’s future water security now awaits a vital decision from the Queensland government. Full details here.
Staggering number of people helped by LifeFlight revealed
The Toowoomba LifeFlight base has met skyrocketing demand for help with a 22 per cent increase in flights over the past financial year.
Mum’s shameful revenge porn plot exposed
A Warwick mum’s threat to send a nude image to her ex-partner’s new girlfriend can be revealed after the woman appeared in court. DETAILS.
Southern Queensland freezes as snow spotted across border region
Three border communities in Southern Queensland have seen snow overnight as the state continues to shiver through a brutal cold snap.
36 Queensland pubs you and your mates could buy right now
Who hasn’t had a dream of buying a pub with their mates? Here are 36 across the entire state currently up for grabs – and some cost less than a southeast Queensland housing deposit.
Snow near Stanthorpe as polar blast continues in Queensland
Snow appears to have fallen near Stanthorpe on Wednesday night as Queensland continues to shiver through a polar blast.
Good Samaritans allegedly stabbed after knife lodged in man’s skull
The moments before, during, and after an alleged stabbing incident on the streets of a regional Queensland town at the weekend were revealed in court during a bail application made by the alleged attacker.
Volunteer power: How ‘quirky’ festival keeps thriving after 20 years
Take a look inside how one of the Southern Downs’ biggest draw cards works as it returns for its 20th anniversary, made possible by volunteers, a lot of cups of tea and kilometres of yarn. Here’s why they do it year after year.
Watch: Magical moment snow falls in southwest Qld
The owner of a country retreat at Warwick has described the ‘very exciting’ moment snow began to fall on her property as a polar blast hits much of the region. VIDEO, LATEST.
Forget FOMO! Where to buy during SNOWMO in Qld
It may be a hot market but flurries of snow had Queenslanders reaching for the winter wardrobe of 1965 — socks and Crocs and the w**ker waistcoat. See five homes equipped for the cold.
Jumpers and Jazz: Eccentric arts festival set to warm up Qld cold country
It may be one of the coldest parts of the state but one of Queensland’s most unique arts and tourism festival will warm up the Southern Downs as they celebrate their 20th anniversary over a jam-packed 10 days. See what’s in store in 2024 here.
‘Always kind to others’: Southern Downs’ community icon farewelled
The passing of community icon Jenney Harrington has left the Southern Downs heartbroken and mourning a great loss, as tributes flow in her honour.
Snow way: Stanthorpe shivers as polar blast strikes southern QLD
Queensland is shivering as a polar wave surges through the south of the state, and while the expected snow did not come, experts say there could still be time. Here’s how the locals and visitors stay warm.
Major update: Police to suppress info in toddler murder trial
A mother and de facto stepfather charged murdering and torturing a two-year-old Chinchilla girl will plead guilty to moving the girl’s body which was found in a shallow grave on the banks of a regional Queensland river in 2020.
‘Not a lot of thought’: Stanthorpe CBD upgrades questioned
Residents are yet to be persuaded as to the practicality and accessibility of the recently completed CBD upgrades. See the completed works and council’s response here.
$10k reward, pet detectives: Inside the state-wide hunt for beloved missing dogs
Two adored furry friends have been missing for more than a month, in a wild saga featuring a mammoth reward and pet detectives, with the search widening to our region.
One patient every hour: LifeFlight soars amid record rescues
Incredible new data has revealed just how busy the LifeFlight rescue service has been in the past year, particularly as road crashes continue to rise. VIDEO, PICS
Two injured in car and truck crash
Two people are being treated by paramedics after a car and truck collided on the Cunningham Highway. DETAILS.
Southwest Qld Olympic hometown heroes revealed
From swimming to equestrian, discus to rowing, South West Queensland lays claim to several hometown heroes who will represent Australia, and their region, at the Paris Olympics. Meet our athletes here.
Winner revealed: Dedicated coach voted by you best in region
Our sport mad region is home to many dedicated mentors in various codes, and after hundreds of votes we’ve found the best coaches in our region. Meet the winners of our poll here.
Man accused of raping retirement resident takes stand
A jury heard an elderly woman who said a Darling Downs retirement village manager raped her, and was deluded into thinking she was assaulted due to her vaginitis symptoms and romantic fantasy idealisations.
Larger-than-life honour for Southern Downs’ Olympic hero
A rural southwest Queensland town has proudly honoured their homegrown athletics star ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. See their heartfelt tribute here.
Granite Belt farmer looking to wrangle a wife in 2025
A 21-year-old Stanthorpe sheep farmer and country music artist is looking for love in 2025. See what makes him stand out from the crop here.
Motorists called out over ‘dodgy’ safety certificates
Queensland’s road authorities are cracking down amid a rise in motorists submitting fraudulent vehicle safety certificates to avoid paying for repairs. See what it could cost you here.
Man accused of terrifying robbery fronts court
Police will allege an Ipswich man was involved in the brazen robbery of a CBD business last year, resulting in the exterior damaged and products stolen. Here’s what happened when the accused faced court this week.
‘Dedicated, hard working, generous’: Town mourns motocross champ’s tragic death
Tributes are flowing across southwest Queensland after the loss of a much-loved 24-year-old motocross champion who died in a tragic worksite accident.
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