Residents warned to brace for severe thunderstorms
Wild weather from heavy rainfall to damaging winds and hail has been forecast for residents from Warwick to the Granite Belt this week. Full forecast here:
Wild weather from heavy rainfall to damaging winds and hail has been forecast for residents from Warwick to the Granite Belt this week. Full forecast here:
Thousands of people streamed through the gates of Armstrong Park on Saturday for the annual Stanthorpe Cup. Check out the photos from the day:
Thousands of people streamed through the gates of Armstrong Park on Saturday for the annual Stanthorpe Cup. Check out the photos from the day:
Thousands of people streamed through the gates of Armstrong Park on Saturday for the annual Stanthorpe Cup. Check out the photos from the day here:
Farmers across the region whose crops and hail netting were severely damaged by the recent hailstorms are calling on the government for recovery support.
Granite Belt residents have described the biggest hail they’ve ever seen after a huge storm swept over parts of the region on Thursday.
From unprovoked drunken attacks and frenzied street fights to assaulting a cop and more. Here are some of the violent offenders who’ve recently landed in Warwick’s courts.
The iconic face of riding known as ‘Australia’s master of the international saddle’ made history almost 50 years ago and will soon do so again as part of an elite group receiving this special nod.
Voting is now open to determine which pup will claim the crown of the Stanthorpe’s cutest dog for 2021. See all the dogs here:
Scenic views worth a million dollars and more – here are the Warwick properties that have helped surge the 2021 seller’s market in the region. Full list:
A homeless Southern Downs woman claims the young child interrupted her while she was making a sandwich, blaming drugs for her ‘excessive’ actions that ended in a court appearance.
Homegrown rugby league icon Shane Webcke is in town for the upcoming Warwick Rodeo and he wants you to know why you should be heading along, too. Full story here:
The jealous Southern Downs man claimed he unleashed the disturbing attack as retaliation for the other man taking up with his ex.
The former Stanthorpe Border Post columnist credited numerous lifestyle decisions for her longevity to reach the milestone, which her family and friends made sure was marked through a fittingly spectacular affair.
From a serial predator convicted of 50 vile crimes involving children to a drug trafficker who used illicit substances to lure underage victims, here is the list of Warwick sex offenders:
A man who helped his cousin escape policy custody at the Warwick courthouse has claimed he was ‘frightened’ and ‘scared’ of what the other man would do if he refused to help him flee.
The 46-year-old, who allegedly left another man with significant head and leg injuries in a brutal attack with a crowbar, has had his charges back before the courts.
From exciting inflatable parks to craft workshops and meeting the kids’ favourite Disney characters, the Daily News has you covered on keeping the whole family entertained these school holidays.
Granite Belt residents couldn’t believe their eyes when bitterly cold conditions turned to snow and sleet in a spring weather event that stunned the region.
With everything from a chance of snow to thunderstorms and even a fire risk in the forecast, this is what experts say is in store for the Southern Downs.
Police say a 46-year-old is likely to have his charges upgraded to attempted murder after allegedly severely wounding another man, with further claims he made death threats after being taken to the watch-house.
A Southern Downs father was nearly four times the legal alcohol limit when he swerved onto the wrong side of a major highway before crashing.
A desperate publican is pleading for help as her 100-year-old beloved community pub’s ‘doors are virtually closed’ and concrete barricades stop patrons from accessing their local.
Two years after fire and drought decimated their livelihood, a Warwick family has finally been given a helping hand to rebuild.
A record-breaking number of new Australian citizens have been welcomed to the region, with each sharing their stories of why they chose to call Australia home.
The Southern Downs pair have turned a historical landmark once destined for demolition into a treasured community space for people to gather during times of uncertainty and celebration.
It’s bottoms up to the region’s alcohol manufacturers as tax cuts and extra cash flow promise to boost job numbers and give small businesses a much-needed break amid the Covid crisis.
Many Southern Downs producers have been hit hard by the closures with workers, farmers and small businesses unable to operate on either side of the border as the uncertainty surrounding Covid exemptions continues.
The short-term clinic will bring the in-demand Covid jab to residents on the Granite Belt this week. Here’s everything you need to know.
An elderly man involved in the crash was being treated at the scene by paramedics, with emergency crews rushing to the collision site just after noon.
This year’s summer strawberry season is set to kick off with a bang with this new event, which aims to celebrate the Granite Belt’s delicious produce and bring big tourist numbers.
Police claim the Stanthorpe woman used a stolen debit card to treat herself to a number of new purchases. She was just one of the alleged offenders charged by police this month.
The new accommodation will be made from natural materials and feature outdoor bathtubs and indoor fireplaces.
A Southern Downs farmer’s move to drought-hardy sheep is paying off after a tough slog battling drought conditions that have gripped the region for many years and pushed some from the land all together.
Our new app offers regional readers the opportunity to localise their news feed on their smartphone, ensuring the best of stories from home as well as breaking news on the covid-19 situation and other key Queensland stories.
The new face of Metro Stanthorpe has big plans for the future and said there is nowhere else she would rather be carrying out her dreams than on the Granite Belt.
After noticing a lack of affordable children’s clothing in the Rose city, this entrepreneurial mum stepped up to launch her own line and the response has been so overwhelming she has been able to open a storefront on the main street.
The Warwick and Stanthorpe students want to use their skills and bright minds to create futuristic solutions for issues like renewable energy and artificial intelligence.
Despite both Australian Rugby Sevens teams falling short in their quest for gold in Tokyo, the Aussie golden couple represented their country and region proudly pushing through injury and many challenges just to compete in the Olympics.
More than a tenth of the Stanthorpe population have received their first dose of the Covid vaccine, with residents from across the region making their way down to the showgrounds for day two of the Covid clinic.
One Granite Belt man’s dream to turn his property into a stunning retreat has become a reality, with glamping tents complete with a suite of luxe features set to bring new life to the former vegetable farm.
The newest faces of the Apple and Grape Festival ambassadorship are eager to make their mark on the Granite Belt, with big plans to give back to the community and showcase what the region has to offer.
The Warwick woman has turned her own heartbreaking experiences into a secure support network for those battling mental health concerns and is fighting to break the stigma around the issue.
The Granite Belt owners say they hope their uniquely Irish-inspired experience will attract guests in their droves to stay at the serene accommodation.
From eyelash extensions to brow lamination and more, this beauty tech wants to help women to achieve their ‘ideal beauty’ through a huge range of popular services.
Experts say many of the region’s youngest and most vulnerable are being forced to couch-surf or live on the streets as the tough rental market makes it near impossible to secure their own housing.
The popular winery reported the huge plummet in customers after the southeast’s snap Covid lockdown, saying it even forced them to cut staff hours to minimise their losses.
A Stanthorpe wine expert says extreme weather events are having a detrimental impact on the industry and forcing farmers to adapt.
Police say the Granite Belt man was driving at nearly three times the legal alcohol limit when he crashed his car just after midday. He was one of a list of people nabbed by Stanthorpe cops over the last week for drink and drug driving.
An alcohol-fuelled night turned violent, with one man copping a blow to the mouth.
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