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Drought support still available through a wide range of initiatives
Drought support still available through a wide range of initiatives Drought support still available through a wide range of initiatives 21 January 2021 Recent rain has been most needed and welcomed on the Southern Downs, but with water restrictions of 120 litres per person per day still in place, the region remains drought declared. Southern Downs Regional Council reminds residents
Call for Expressions of Interest for the Stanthorpe 150th Anniversary Celebration Advisory Committee
Call for Expressions of Interest for the Stanthorpe 150th Anniversary Celebration Advisory Committee Call for Expressions of Interest for the Stanthorpe 150th Anniversary Celebration Advisory Committee 28 January 2021 Southern Downs Regional Council is calling on residents, schools and community organisations to nominate for positions on the newly established Stanthorpe 150th Anniversary Celebration Advisory Committee (S150ACAC). Council is seeking expressions
Condamine River Road reopened
Condamine River Road reopened Condamine River Road reopened 29 January 2021 Condamine River Road was reopened on 27 January 2021. The road has been inspected and the crossings cleared of any debris. This area is a natural treasure and the public road is a delicate part of the Cambanoora Gorge ecosystem, so please treat the area with respect. And remember; if
What you need to know about the latest rates notice
What you need to know about the latest rates notice What you need to know about the latest rates notice 29 January 2021 In supporting the community through COVID-19 at an estimated cost of more than $1.4m, Southern Downs Regional Council made a number of significant changes to how rates and charges were issued in 2020/2021 to provide additional financial
Moving forward: Council approves release of draft saleyards plans
Moving forward: Council approves release of draft saleyards plans Moving forward: Council approves release of draft saleyards plans 29 January 2021 As the decision on the Warwick Saleyards’ future inches closer, Southern Downs Regional Council voted at this week’s Ordinary Meeting to publically release the Warwick Saleyards Business Case and the remainder of the Warwick Saleyards Master Plan including financial
Continued carting confirmed to June 2021
Continued carting confirmed to June 2021 Continued carting confirmed to June 2021 4 February 2021 The water lifeline from the Queensland Government has been extended, with the announcement this week by the Regional Development and Water Minister, Glenn Butcher that funding for water carting from Connolly Dam to Stanthorpe will continue until June 2021. While the initial agreement provided for
Delivering the library to you!
Delivering the library to you! Delivering the library to you! 5 February 2021 Delivering the library to you! Libraries are for everyone and the Southern Downs Libraries experience can be delivered free and directly to your door. While COVID-19 restrictions have temporarily suspended the regular mobile service, the Southern Downs Libraries appreciate that some residents may not be able to
Have your say on the Southern Downs Region Environmental Sustainability Strategy
Have your say on the Southern Downs Region Environmental Sustainability Strategy Have your say on the Southern Downs Region Environmental Sustainability Strategy 05 February 2021 Have your say on the Southern Downs Region Environmental Sustainability Strategy Southern Downs Regional Council is encouraging community members to help shape the development of an environmental sustainability strategy to sustain and enhance the region’s
New era for invasive pest management
New era for invasive pest management New era for invasive pest management 8 February 2021 New era for invasive pest management Southern Downs Regional Council resolved to not reinstate the Invasive Pest Control Scheme (IPCS) at last week’s Ordinary Meeting following the COVID-19 moratorium imposed in 2020-21 and a comprehensive review of the scheme. Under the Biosecurity Act 2014, Council
Exciting works to commence at the Australiana Park Velodrome
Exciting works to commence at the Australiana Park Velodrome Exciting works to commence at the Australiana Park Velodrome 9 February 2021 The exciting new upgrades at the Australiana Park Velodrome, Warwick are expected to start on Tuesday 23 February 2021. Funded by the Federal Government through its Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, the $219,000 works will include the resealing