Rare Indy 500 race car set to tear up Leyburn Sprints
An iconic American race car is set to burn rubber through the streets of a rural southwest Queensland town at an annual event that celebrates all things motorsport. Warning: Earplugs required.
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2024 Ekka showbag guide: 400 to choose from, 100 under $10
With almost 400 different show bags available at this year’s Ekka, there will be something for everyone — even in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis.
Couple accused of child’s ‘inhumane’ death point finger at each other
‘Not guilty’: The lawyers of a Queensland couple accused of torturing a little girl, who was allegedly held captive in a toilet and forced to eat her own waste and drink toilet water, have told a judge why the pair are not guilty of the toddler’s murder.
‘Community pub for the community’: Couple’s plans for iconic pub revealed
Many people dream of buying a pub, and one Queensland couple has made that a reality in the Southern Downs. Here’s what sets their new venture apart from the rest, and what they have planned for the future.
‘First class’: Rural firefighters’ great honour 20 years in the making
A rural fire brigade has literally been a backyard operation for two decades but celebrated a great honour, 20 years in the making, during Rural Fire Service Week. Photos and the region’s award recipients here.
How powerhouse ressies team claimed TRL minor premiership
The Warwick Cowboys reserve grade team has claimed the minor premiership before the TRL season is over after an unbeaten run. Here’s how they did it.
Brazen thieves commit break and enter while residents were home
One terrified couple woke up to many homeowner’s biggest fear, disturbing two offenders breaking into their home in the middle of the night. Here’s what we know.
‘Feel safer’: Crackdown will restore police presence in Southern Downs
Police in the Southern Downs will have an increased presence across our region’s busier areas in a move that will see an increase in uniformed officers visible. Here’s why.
Woman injured after early morning crash
One person has been injured after two vehicles collided at an intersection in Warwick. FULL DETAILS HERE.
‘Fun loving, outgoing’: $20k raised for Killarney teen after horror injury
Community support has swelled for an 18-year-old who was seriously injured in a crash in June, described as someone who would be ‘the first one to help anyone in need’. Here’s how you can help.
Mum allegedly held at knifepoint, forced to torture child
The harrowing circumstances behind why a two-year-old Queensland girl was allegedly force-fed her excrement was heard in court during the murder and torture trial of her mother and stepdad.
Owners of beloved Southern Downs business ready to retire
A family-owned business in rural southwest Queensland that thrived during the Covid-19 pandemic has now hit the market. See why residents and visitors alike can’t get enough.
Search for South East QLD mystery holder of division 1 winning lotto ticket
One lucky punter holds a division 1 winning ticket that was sold at a South East Queensland store, but has not claimed their prize.
From stealing cars to military recruit: Youth crime plan pays off
A youth crime strategy launched after the death of Robert Brown appears to be paying off, with large drops in the number of offences committed by teens.
White knight poised to swoop as Rex collapse threatens regions
Regional Queensland could be decimated if besieged airline Rex cannot continue operating flights – but a rival carrier could fill the void.
Southwest Qld shivers through coldest day of 2024
Southwest Qld residents have braved yet another winter cold snap, with parts of the region breaking frosty morning records. See just how cold it got around the region here.
$2.26m upgrade underway as freehold saga wraps up
The end of a lengthy saga is seemingly in sight as a forcibly closed aged care home will soon have a new lease on life. Here’s when it’s expected to open.
Forensics show girl’s skull hit with force of car
The forensic examination of a two-year-old girl’s remains, who was allegedly tortured and killed by her parents in Regional Queensland, has cast doubt on her stepdad’s claim that “she fell”.
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.
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.
Towns springing up: Industry that put regional Qld on the map
The resources industry, perhaps more than any other, created the modern state of Queensland, writes Michael Madigan.
Multiple fire crews in action to bring massive house fire under control
Multiple firefighters worked to contain a house fire on a property in the Southern Downs region that was reportedly fully engulfed in flame. Here’s what we know.
Hopes $2.1m housing spend will attract nurses to remote border town
Rural and remote health services are struggling to attract and retain staff, but there’s hopes a new project will be the cure for one border community.
Timeline of crime: Wave of robberies and break-ins grip border town
Police are calling a series of property and vehicle offences a ‘crime wave’, with dozens of matters reported to police in a handful of days. Read the terrifying timeline of crime here.
Stanthorpe vineyard named among state’s top tourist destinations
Critics of the oldest family-run vineyard in the Granite Belt have been made to eat humble pie, after the estate claimed its third tourism award in three years.
Victims of non-violent crime eligible for state funds
In a first for Queensland, victims of nonviolent crime will be able to access a fund dedicated to counselling, a move welcomed by advocates who have been pushing for change for more than two years.
‘Why I am now living in a bus’: Mum reveals brutal reality of rental crisis
A working mum of two who moved her family to rural Queensland to escape the overpriced Sydney rental market has been confronted with the reality of life without a home and her two children now living away from her.
Selfless rural doctor retires after life of serving regional Qld communities
A beloved rural doctor who has spend the past decade in the Southern Downs has retired after a selfless career in rural health spanning decades. Here’s why she loved her job every day.
‘Carry a legacy’: Protea Place CEO sets the record straight
The chief executive of Protea Place has revealed she is hopeful about the future of domestic violence crisis support in the region after the end of a trial period in Warwick, which drew criticism from other organisations.
Investigation under way after major house fire
Police and fire investigators are working to determine what caused a Southern Downs home to ignite on Monday night. DETAILS.
‘Stuck in the past’: Roma business bringing western fashion into the future
Based in South West Queensland, Rawhide Rural is taking the western fashion world by storm. Find out how the brand has gone international in just over a year.
Police to consider dropping murder charge
As two teenagers plead guilty to their involvement in the robbery and death of Toowoomba man Robert Brown, the remaining alleged offender has made a bid to have his murder charge downgraded.
REVEALED: Southern Downs’ favourite childcare educator
Two of Warwick’s many dedicated childcare educators have tied for first place in the search to find the Southern Downs’ favourite childcare educator. See the winners and runners-up here.
‘Too old for kids nuggets and chips’: Autistic teen refused favourite meal
A mother has called on a Queensland hotel to “be more human” after her teen daughter, who has autism and an intellectual disability, was left distraught when they refused to serve her a kid’s meal because she wasn’t under 12.
Energex and Ergon open applications for 185 new apprentices
Apprenticeships are being offered in 61 towns and cities across Qld in five trade disciplines: distribution linesperson, electrotechnology electrician, communication technician, transmission linesperson and mechanical fitter. Here is how to apply:
Sporting power couples: Loved up players of the NRL
For these footy stars looking for a life partner doesn’t have to go ‘off the field’ – take a look at the most loved up pairings of the NRL and NRLW ‘sporting’ partners involved in the league.
Where Native Title is, isn’t and could be in South West Queensland
Amid landmark determinations of Native Title in Queensland, find out where Native title is and is not recognised in the southwest, and where it could be in the future.
‘Hotties’, drugs, arson: No jail for well-connected car thief
A court heard if a Toowoomba car thief was jailed, he may be exploited given his family’s “name”, building empire, and connection to the Toowoomba Regional Council.
Historic $5.5m homestead’s bright future revealed
The new owners of a 150-year-old property in the Southern Downs are moving their homestead in a unique, modern direction while ensuring its historic charm survives. Here’s why it should be on your list for your next stay-cation.
Who is Queensland’s Mightiest Miner of 2024
The hunt for Qld’s mightiest miner is on with more than 80 nominees from across the state vying for the title. (Vote now)
Vote now for Qld’s Mightiest Miner of 2024
The hunt for the state’s mightiest miner has begun with more than 80 fit, fabulous and hard working men and women vying for the title. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Why state won’t share location of 15 Qld ‘land transfer’ claims
Aboriginal corporations have moved to claim freehold ownership of public land in 15 townships across Queensland – but the state government won’t say where.
‘Entire town is praying for you’: Grave fears for teen in ute tragedy
A Southern Downs teenager remains in a critical condition after a terrifying incident on a rural street early last week as the community outpouring of support continues. Here’s the latest.
‘Fire still burns in each of us’: 20 years of powering Daniel Morcombe’s legacy
The world has changed dramatically for our children since Daniel Morcombe vanished on his way to buy Christmas presents more than 20 years ago. The threat to our kids has become even more sophisticated, more disturbing.
‘Yeah, whoever let’s do it’: Chilling texts sent before man set alight
Text messages sent before a man was set alight outside a Toowoomba pub have revealed the motive behind the shocking attack, which left the victim in intensive care for weeks.
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