Farming
Southern Downs Community to share ideas on $1M in funding at Drought Relief Forums
The community is being called upon to put forward its ideas on how $1 million in Federal Government funding is best spent to benefit the Southern Downs in the face of drought. Drought Relief Forums will be hosted by Southern Downs Regional Council at Warwick Town Hall on 11 September and Stanthorpe Civic Centre on 14 September 2018. Earlier this month, the Federal Government
The Stanthorpe boys who altered History
AN IMPORTANT and often overshadowed battle of World War II is set to be remembered 76 years on. Stanthorpe’s strong and proud connection to the Battle of Milne Bay is set to be commemorated on Sunday, August 26. It was the historic turning point in the Pacific War, the Battle of Milne Bay – the first major victory by
Tax Time
Time to do your 2018 TAX RETURN! Book in early to have your TAX done FREE! Not working, have Centerlink concession or Pensioner card? GraniteNet is a member of Tax Help, provided by the Australian Taxation Office, and it is offered free by an ATO trained volunteer. Book an appointment with Paula on (07)4681 4384 159 High Street, Stanthorpe.
37 Million Bees Found Dead After Planting Large GMO Corn Field
Millions of bees dropped dead after GMO corn was planted few weeks ago in Ontario, Canada. The local bee keeper, Dave Schuit who produces honey in Elmwood lost about 37 million bees which are about 600 hives. “Once the corn started to get planted our bees died by the millions,” Schuit said. While many bee keepers blame neonicotinoids, or
Stanthorpe Antiques and Collectables Fair
Stanthorpe Antiques and Collectables Fair Exhibition Centre, Stanthorpe Showgrounds, High Street, Stanthorpe, Qld Saturday Sunday April 14th, 15th 2018 9:00 am – 4:00 am Stanthorpe Antiques and Collectables fair is a 3 day event being held from April 13, 2018 – April 15, 2018 at the Stanthorpe Showgrounds. This event showcases products like the Antique, Vintage, Collectable, Vintage
Kombis Cruise into Stanthorpe March 2018
100 Volkswagen Kombis in Stanthorpe for Easter In its 12th year, Kombi Club Australia’s annual Bus Stop brings Kombi enthusiasts together in a different location across Australia every Easter. Stanthorpe’s Top of Town Caravan Park will accommodate the Kombi lovers from Friday, 30 March until Monday, 2 April. · The event is set to attract over 700 visitors to Stanthorpe
That Dam Ride 25th February 2018
25 February at 5:00–12:00 Storm King Dam Eukey Rd, Stanthorpe, Queensland 4380 Sick of riding on the esplanade on the Gold Coast? Sick of the smog in Brisbane? Too humid on the Sunny Coast? Come to Stanthorpe and enjoy the fresh air, rolling hills, beautiful scenery and cooler climate. All that and more is waiting on Feb 25. A few
Stanthorpe Agricultural Society Stanthorpe Show
Stanthorpe Agricultural Society Stanthorpe Show held at the Stanthorpe Showgrounds from Friday 2 – Sunday 4 February 2018. Friday 3 February is the show holiday for the district. STANTHORPE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY February Friday 2nd–Sunday 4th 2018 Show admission fees are: Adults: $10 Pensioners: $6 Children 17yrs & under: $3 Cars: $2 Members: free Members cars: free Members’ children 17yrs & under
BORDER POST Friday, June 1st 1928 No 3
REFLECTIONS OF A SOLDIER SETTLER N0 3 The immediate objective of the writer of these articles is, to cause the growers to use their imagination and picture for themselves the conditions of living throughout this district under the regime of scientific orcharding or improved cultural conditions. Mr. Ranger suggests in his most opportune “Review of the past Season” that
REFLECTIONS OF A SOLDIER SETTLER NO2
May 25 1928 NO2 Before I proceed to pass on the “first principals” of horticulture to the interested reader, it may be opportune to give the reasons for this series of articles re Fruit Culture by one who has had but nine years experience of this district. Mr. Ranger’s timely “review” indicates that our problem is a production one. If