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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Southern Downs athletes selected to train with the country’s best
Two of the Southern Downs’ high performing athletes are set to train with the best in the country this weekend. See who’s representing the region here.
‘We’re proud’: Heartwarming message to firey battling Canada wildfires
A rural community is cheering on one of their own who bravely raised their hand to help fight raging international wildfires. See their heartwarming message here.
CCTV, locked compounds: Rural road becomes illegal dumping ground
Litterbugs with an itch for illegal dumping of their household waste should prepare to tighten their purse strings. MORE HERE.
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Winner revealed: Meet the Southern Downs’ cutest dog
We’ve crunched the numbers, and after hundreds of votes we’ve found the winner who can be officially crowned the cutest dog in the Southern Downs.
All the glitz and glamour from Assumption College formal 2024
With Assumption College students well into the final year of their schooling journey, they are able to let loose and dress up for their school formal. See the full gallery here.
Community rallies in bid to stop beloved service closing its doors
For many Stanthorpe residents, their local preloved goods store is more than just a place to find a bargain, it’s a place where judgement stops at the door. Here’s why they’re fighting to keep the doors open.
Southern Downs’ rising cricket star chasing test dream
For a Warwick teenager, his future aspirations were sealed by the time he was six, after being introduced to one of Australia’s favourite sports. See how far he’s come here.
‘Let’s get to work’: New mayor, council sworn in
The new-look Southern Downs Regional Council has been sworn in under a new mayor, who has proclaimed it’s time to get to work. See the full gallery here.
‘Thanks for all the memories’: Mayor concedes defeat
Outgoing Southern Downs mayor Vic Pennisi has conceded defeat and written his final words as mayor of our region. Here’s what he said.
‘Adapt, respond’: Council to address housing challenges
A joint initiative by Southern Downs Regional Council and the state government will address the immediate concerns of the community in regards to the housing crisis.
First-time filmmaker keen to put Warwick on the silver screen
An enthusiastic first-time filmmaker is keen to showcase our region on the silver screen with his ambitious film debut, a horror film set in the Southern Downs. Here’s how you can get involved.
Council election preview: Meet your Southern Downs, Goondiwindi candidates
Find out who’s in and who is out of the running for a seat at the table in both Southern Downs and Goondiwindi region councils ahead of this year’s local government elections. FULL LIST HERE.
‘If I don’t, then who will’: Deane’s bid to bring diversity to council
A Stanthorpe council candidate says it’s time to bring more diversity and less dysfunction to Southern Downs Regional Council. More details here.
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