Council Notices
Applications open: $200k available through Drought Communities Programme (DCP) Extension
Applications open: $200k available through Drought Communities Programme (DCP) Extension Applications open: $200k available through Drought Communities Programme (DCP) Extension 29 September 2021 Drought-affected not-for-profit community organisations are invited to apply for a share of $200k now available through the Southern Downs Regional Council. Funded by the Australian Government’s Drought Communities Programme (DCP) Extension Grant, eligible organisations could receive up
Urban Design Framework roll-out continues in Leyburn
Urban Design Framework roll-out continues in Leyburn Urban Design Framework roll-out continues in Leyburn 23 September 2021 Following another successful Historic Leyburn Sprints weekend that attracted thousands of spectators from across Queensland, beautification works on the idyllic town’s main street commenced this week as part of the Love Leyburn Urban Design Framework (UDF). Up to 26 new Crepe Myrtle trees
Council adopts strategic unsealed road framework
Council adopts strategic unsealed road framework Council adopts strategic unsealed road framework 23 September 2021 Maintaining the region’s roads is one of the most critical challenges faced by Southern Downs Regional Council, and in adopting the Unsealed Road Asset and Service Management Plan at the Ordinary Meeting this week, Council now has a robust framework that sets priorities. The new
Older Person Mental Health First Aid takes centre stage during Mental Health Week and Seniors Month
Older Person Mental Health First Aid takes centre stage during Mental Health Week and Seniors Month Older Person Mental Health First Aid takes centre stage during Mental Health Week and Seniors Month 23 September 2021 Southern Downs Regional Council will be running a free two-day Older Person Mental Health First Aid training course on 14 and 15 October as part
Let’s keep money local: Join the Why Leave Town program
Let’s keep money local: Join the Why Leave Town program Let’s keep money local: Join the Why Leave Town program 21 September 2021 Southern Downs Regional Council is supporting the regional economy and local businesses in the Warwick, Allora and Killarney areas with the launch of a new Why Leave Town incentive program. Jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland
Southern Downs events scene benefits from bespoke strategy
Southern Downs events scene benefits from bespoke strategy Southern Downs events scene benefits from bespoke strategy 21 September 2021 Southern Downs events scene benefits from bespoke strategy A comprehensive draft events strategy for the Southern Downs aims to stimulate a surging industry over the next five years. Council has partnered with professional contractor Krista Hauritz Marketing and key stakeholders in
The iconic Warwick Rodeo Street Parade is back!
The iconic Warwick Rodeo Street Parade is back! The iconic Warwick Rodeo Street Parade is back! 17 September 2021 With big cash prizes up for grabs, Southern Downs Regional Council is calling on local businesses and community organisations to be part of Warwick’s iconic annual street parade by entering a float or even a decorated bicycle or two. The 2021
Capture your kid’s excitement on bin collection day and win a once-in-a-life-time visit!
Capture your kid’s excitement on bin collection day and win a once-in-a-life-time visit! Capture your kid’s excitement on bin collection day and win a once-in-a-life-time visit! 16 September 2021 Want to win a visit from Sort-It Sally and Council’s waste collection truck to your home? A new video/photo competition by Southern Downs Regional Council is offering just that to one
Council trials fresh new streetscape in Warwick CBD
Council trials fresh new streetscape in Warwick CBD Council trials fresh new streetscape in Warwick CBD 15 September 2021 A new modern streetscape that reflects the Warwick CBD’s country character and charm will be trialled along a small section of Palmerin Street. In line with urban design trends emerging in other local government areas, Southern Downs Regional Council will replace
Killarney steps forward with urban design framework
Killarney steps forward with urban design framework Killarney steps forward with urban design framework 9 September 2021 Killarney steps forward with urban design framework The rich history and natural beauty of Killarney will be celebrated after the town was selected as the next in line to be included in the Southern Downs Regional Council’s Urban Design Framework (UDF) program at