Thieves target Telstra phone lines for copper, leave residents in dark
Rural properties in Queensland’s southwest are becoming the victim to unknown copper thieves targeting telephone cables.
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What led an Indigenous teenager to advocate in Qld parliament
In less than a year a southwest region teenager’s steadfast advocacy for her First Nations community has led her to a number of life-changing opportunities, including one within Queensland’s Youth Parliament.
VOTE NOW: Have your say on the Southern Downs’ best bakery
Warwick and Stanthorpe weren’t the only Southern Downs towns with best bakery nominations in 2024. Find out which bakeries were nominated and cast your vote to crown the region’s best here.
Qld election: Where to vote in Southern Downs electorate
Find out where, when and how to vote in the Southern Downs electorate ahead of the October 26 state election. FREE STORY.
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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.
‘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.
Woman injured after early morning crash
One person has been injured after two vehicles collided at an intersection in Warwick. FULL DETAILS HERE.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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