Well Women's Clinic - Stanthorpe
2017-12-07
Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service mobile women’s health nurse Kathryn Anning will visit providing a range of services including breast awareness and sexual health testing as well as advice for issues such as continence, menopause, contraception and general well-being.
To be held at Stanthorpe Hospital , Thursday 7 December. between 9 am and 3 pm.
Please phone the Community/Oral Health Centre on 4683 3460 for inquiries and bookings

Stanthorpe Main Street Christmas
2017-12-08
Stanthorpe & Granite Belt Chamber of Commerce presents Christmas Promotions 2017 on 8th December 9 am to 5 pm.
The Christmas Market Day features bargains galore with footpath specials, Farmers Markets, Rotary Ham Wheel, Lions Xmas Stocking , Santa from 4 – 5 pm and Christmas Carols at Weeroona Park starting from 6.00 pm.
Every $10 spent in participating stores earns a ticket in the draw for motor cycle

Carols in the Park - Stanthorpe
2017-12-08 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
Celebrate the season with Carols in the Park

Tis the season to be jolly and Christmas will officially arrive on the Southern Downs this week when the community comes together to celebrate the festive season with Council’s annual Carols in the Park.
Stanthorpe residents are set for a special evening of carols under the stars at Weeroona Park this Friday, December 8.
Local talent will take to the stage to entertain the crowd with an exciting line-up of Christmas songs and old favourites from 6.30pm.

Santa Paws in the Park - Warwick
2017-12-09 09:00 - 13:00
Warwick Animal Welfare is holding Santa Paws in the Park on Saturday 9 Decamber at the Uber Market, Leslie Park from 9 am – 1 pm.
Santa will be seated in the Bandstand, so bring along your pet and have a photo taken
Money raised supports our many lost and abandoned animals from Warwick and surrounding area

Coffee, Cakes and Carols - Stanthorpe
2017-12-10
14 Leslie Parade, Stanthorpe
Phone Pastor Greg Fraser on 4681 0450 for more information

Warwick's Carols in the Park
2017-12-10 17:00 - 20:00
Join us to celebrate the Christmas season with a night of live entertainment, fun and music!
There will be a great line up of performances including Aimee Liesegang, Kristy Searson, Keely Hilton, The Fern Brothers, Tegan & Erin Hilton, Emma Bell and Chapter III.
Dress up the kiddies in Christmas costumes for a chance to win a prize and get ready for Santa’s arrival on the night!
Bring your singing voices, blankets and chairs and grab a bite from the selection of delicious food stalls on offer.
Free admission – no tickets required.
Hosted by Warwick QLD Visitor Information Centre and Southern Downs Regional Council
Sunday, December 10 at 5 PM – 8 PM

Carols in the Park - Allora
2017-12-16
Celebrate the season with Carols in the Park – Southern Downs Regional Council

‘Tis the season to be jolly and Christmas will officially arrive on the Southern Downs this week when the community comes together to celebrate the festive season with Council’s annual Carols in the Park.

Allora will host its Christmas carols event on Saturday, December 16 from 6pm at Stuart Henry Park

Christmas Market in the Mountain
2017-12-17
Come along to the Christmas Market in the Mountains, showcasing local produce, home made jellies and jams, local craft and plants.
Located at the Stanthorpe Showgrounds!
Find out more here: http://www.marketinthemountains.org/

Christmas Down Under - Warwick
2017-12-18 10:00 - 2017-12-22 13:00
Volunteers from Warwick Christian Church’s will hold a Christmas Down Under on Monday 18 December to Friday 22 December at Palmerin Street, entry to Rose City Shopping Centre.
Times 10 am to 1 pm.
It is a friendly fun way for all ages to celebrate a Christian Christmas.
Free activities, craft, face painting, story-telling, puppet shows and more.
Suitable for toddlers to teens, photographs offered by the Nativity Scene.
Contact Sue on 0427 962 281 or email sue.nalder@gmail.com for more information

Carols in the Park - Killarney
2017-12-22
Celebrate the season with Carols in the Park – Southern Downs Regional Council

Tis the season to be jolly and Christmas will officially arrive on the Southern Downs this week when the community comes together to celebrate the festive season with Council’s annual Carols in the Park.
Killarney holds its festive celebration from 6pm on Friday, December 22 at Canning Park.

Salvos Christmas Fair - Warwick
2017-12-23
Warwick Corps 25 Guy Street, Warwick, Queensland 4370
Come along to our Christmas Fair from 11AM. Jumping Castle, Giant Slide, Food, Fun and much much more!!!!

Boxing Day Races
2017-12-26
LOCATION:

Warwick Turf Club, 170 Victoria St, Warwick

Tuesday 26 December 2017, Gates open 11am
TAB meeting
Grab your family and friends during the festive season and head to the Boxing Day Races. Enjoy entertainment from 3pm until late with prizes for best dressed. If you have never experienced a country race, now is the time! Dust off your fascinator, frock up and get ready for a flutter with friends!
Country people are famed for their hospitality; the country race track is, historically, the center of rural social life. Warwick’s race club is one of the oldest in Queensland. Its Cup pre-dates the Melbourne Cup!

Warwick New Year's Eve Rodeo
2017-12-31
Warwick Showgrounds,Warwick

STEELES BAKERY NEW YEARS EVE RODEO & FIREWORKS!!
Date: New Years Eve 31.12.17
Gates- 10am for Rodeo Spectators..

Start Time
6am NYE Invitational Campdraft. Fundraiser for Miss Rodeo Australia Entrant Ashleigh Grant.
2pm (Brumby Catch)
4pm RODEO
Adult- $25 (Inc 2 drink tickets)
Families- $40 (2 adults & 3 kids)
15- 17 Year olds- $10
Kids under 14 years- FREE
Camping- $20
(Incl Breakfast and 1 drink ticket).
Events
Brumby Catch
7 & Under Barrel Race
8-12 Barrel Race
Junior Barrel Race
Open Barrel Race
Poddy Ride
Ladies Steer Ride
2nd Division Saddle Bronc Ride
Junior Steer Ride
Open Bullock Ride
Australian Station Buckjump Championship
Open Bullock Feature Ride
Live Entertainment by Mik Oberle till late!
BAR OPEN FROM 2pm!!!

New Year's Eve Dance - Swan Creek Hall
2017-12-31
New Year’s Eve Dance – Swan Creek Hall east of Warwick from 7.3 pm
Live band, good supper, prizes and lucky spots.
$10.00 with children welcome

Granite Rockin’ Blues
2018-01-01 11:00 - 17:00
Monday 1 January 2018 11 am to 5pm
Jester Hill Wines 292 Mt Stirling Road, Glen Aplin
Tickets Available on www.trybooking.com

Recover this New Year’s Day at the Granite Rockin’ Blues.

Local legend band Whiskey Gully will be entertaining you along with Cole Train and a little local surprise ‘Too Much Fun’.The bands will keep the music going from 11am to 5pm, sometimes ‘jamming’ together but always entertaining.
Tickets are $25 each which includes entertainment and a glass of wine on arrival. Children are free.
BYO food and nibbles with water, soft drinks, beer and wine available for purchase on the day.
For those not quite organised cheese and fruit platters can be booked ahead on line, otherwise bring your Xmas and New Year’s Eve leftovers.
Transport available from most accommodation places.

Kid Friendly

36th Ananda Mela Festival - Stanthorpe
2018-01-05 - 2018-01-10
Welcome to the 36th Ananda Mela Festival

5 – 10 January, 2018
The Ananda Mela ‘Festival of Bliss’ is a vibrant spiritual festival that launches the new year with inspiration and positivity. Located in upland granite country near Stanthorpe, QLD, the Ananda Mela Festival is an ideal family holiday in pristine natural bush.
Enjoy:

Deep relaxation with twice daily meditation & yoga
Music & dance with local, national & international artists
Healthy gourmet vegan & vegetarian food
Fun & innovative workshops
The lightness of chanting
Entertaining creative activities for children & youth
Trekking & swimming in the national park
The festival’s theme ‘Seeds of the New Earth’ focuses on creating a more sustainable future. Check for the growing line-up of workshops and performances for the week. Saturday, 6th January, is Green Me Locally Day. This is an opportunity for Granite Belt locals to have fun and engage on issues affecting them.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Check out the web site for more information, registration and costs involved. www.anandamelafestival.org.au

Happy Pig Farm Sunday Down On The Farm Open Day
2018-01-07
Sunday Down On The Farm

starts at Happy Pig Farm
32 Cameron Road
Stanthorpe
0411988415 BOOK A SITE FOR $5You can sell anything so long as it is child safe, ethical, legal and appropriate. Electrical items must be tested and tagged.
Home grown fruit and vegetables welcome, craft etc. but no food or drink.
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Food and drinks on sale from our Happy Pig Cafe
Contact to arrange a site
Email: HappyPigFarmAustralia@gmail.com
Text: 0411988415

Teach a Kid to Fish Day- Stanthorpe
2018-01-13 10:00 - 14:30
Casting a line a load of fun

STANTHORPE Bluewater Fishing and Restocking Club treasurer Ernie Jones is excited Teach a Kid to Fish will make it to Stanthorpe again in January.
“For the last at least four years, we have done the Teach a Kid to Fish,” Jones said.
Two members of the Queensland Amateur Fishing Club Association, Pam and John Crone, will come down to Quart Pot Creek to teach local kids more about fishing.
“They’ll get taught the basics of fishing, how to tie their knots, how to put bait on hooks and use of various types of tackle,” Jones said.
“We try to explain to them the benefits of conservation, how to protect the habitat that the fish are in and we think that fishing lays the groundwork for the family doing something together. It’s certainly a family activity. And usually the parents learn something as well.”
After lunch, participating kids will be “let loose on the creek”.
“Last year was terrific because they actually caught about six little fish, it was good fun. The kids get so excited,” Jones laughed.
He said the benefits of learning how to fish laid in gaining a new life skill kids could utilise for the rest of their lives.
“Anyone can go fishing, whether it’s at the sea or in the bush,” he said.
“And it’s something that you can share with other people, sit down and talk. It’s relaxing because there is no stress involved in fishing and it gets them away from hand-held objects and gets them outside.”
The event will take place during school holidays, so if you would like to do something different these Christmas holidays sign up for a great day of fishing.
The free event is made available by funds from the State Government.
REMINDER: Fishing in the streams is free. But if you wish to fish at Storm King Dam, a licence is needed.
On Saturday, January 13, from 10am- 2.30pm at the Lions Park. The free event includes lunch and there will be giveaways. Limited numbers, so register prior to the event with the application forms available in your Border Post in December. Bring a hat and sunscreen. Children have to be accompanied by an adult.

Cactus Garden Wine-Down Paint Afternoon 2018
2018-01-13 13:30 - 17:30
Cactus Garden Wine-Down Paint Afternoon 2018
Saturday, 13 January 2018 at 13:30–17:30
Studio Style Inside Out
Westside Shopping Centre 148 Wood St, Warwick, Queensland 4370

Brush off the stress of everyday Wine-Down with Cactus Garden Paint Afternoon.
Discover your inner artist and express yourself,
being creative is good for the soul!
You will create a step by step masterpiece to take home.
$60/person
Max of 6 people per class.
Class will only go ahead with a minimum of 3 people,
otherwise event will be rescheduled or cancelled and any money paid refunded.BYO your favourite bottle of wine
(optional or drink of your choice) plus plate to share…. everything else you need for a fabulous afternoon full of fun & creativity will be provided by Studio Style Inside Out.
No expectations just bring a positive attitude and be prepared to laugh.…Message via facebook for tickets

Permaculture Practical Intensive Workshop 2
2018-01-14 - 2018-01-18
Sugarloaf Permaculture Farm
Sugarloaf Rd, Stanthorpe, Southern Downs
This Permaculture Practical Intensive is an ambitious attempt to share many hands on skills in 6 days. Most modules will be explained briefly in theory first and then everyone will get involved and have a go! Experiential learning at its best. A PDC is not necessary, although this course is a response to the lack of practical learning in most PDC courses. See attached poster for more info and costs.
Fill in contact form on web site for more infomation

Mindfulness relax and rejuvenate Retreat Day
2018-01-20
Sat 20th January 2018 9am-4pm
Book now for your place in this deeply relaxing and rejuvenating day in the beautiful, peaceful location of Mallow Organic Farm.
Alternate between discussion and group practice of the elements of mindfulness meditation. Helen is a skilled small group facilitator.
Yoga session with skilled local instructor
Walking meditation to our lake and summerhouse
Creative expression
Option of silent retreat day
$120 includes lunch & materials. $110 Early Bird payment before 1st January. 10% discount for prior Mallow Wellbeing participants or concession card. Limited to 12 people so book early!
Wellbeing/Retreats:
Helen: 0401557338
wellbeing@mallow.net.au

Markets in the Showgrounds - Stanthorpe
2018-01-21 08:00 - 13:00
Sunday 21st January at the Showgrounds
Car Boot sale and Farmers Market
For site bookings and more information please call Chris Robins on 0416 169 032

Australia Day in the Park - Stanthorpe
2018-01-26
Southern Downs Regional Council is inviting everyone to show their ‘Aussie’ pride and join in the Australia Day celebrations at Weeroona Park, Stanthorpe on January 26.

“Australia Day in Stanthorpe is all about family friendly fun with lots of activities offered throughout the day.

The Stanthorpe Australia Day Committee has put together a great program of family friendly activities, so there will be a hive of activity starting as early as 6.30am and continuing on through to 8pm.
The day will kick off bright and early at 6.30am with the Southern Downs Tri Club’s popular family Triathlon, and the first battle off the blocks at 7am.
“The Triathlon is a great opportunity for all ages to have a go as there are two courses including one for juniors under 12,” highlighted the Mayor.
The open Tri course comprises: 400m swim; 10km cycle; and 3.5 km run. The Junior (under 12) Tri course comprises: 100m swim; 4km cycle; and 1km run. Entry forms are available from the Stanthorpe Pool, Council’s Community contact centres in Stanthorpe and Warwick, and from Redback Cycles and Creed and Lang in Warwick.
The Mercantile Relay at 12 noon will see many family rivals being joined by groups of friends and community teams to contest the Camille Cantrell Cup. All ages can contest the relay with handicapping making the relay very interesting to watch with no one being able to predict a winner. This event is all about swimming consistent times over the number of laps needed to eliminate the other teams.
The Stanthorpe Pool will have free entry from 2pm and this coincides with the start of the main celebratory activities and entertainment in Weeroona Park. The formal part of the day will start at 3.45pm and includes flag raising, a citizenship ceremony, Australia Day messages and the southern region Australia Day awards ceremony.
The good old favourites of Billy Boiling, Chainsaw Races and Woodchops will be joined by Kent Saddlery’s whip cracking and some face painting and art and craft activities for kids. The park will have refreshments and food available and celebrations will continue on into the evening with live entertainment from our talented locals and band Speak Easy.
For more information about Australia Day celebrations visit Council’s website or contact Council on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372).

DALRYMPLE DUCK RACE
2018-01-26
DALRYMPLE DUCK RACE
The annual duckrace is a major Allora Showgirl fundraiser.
Don’t miss the action at 3pm on Friday 26th of January when 400 ducks race one lap of the Allora Pool.
Ducks cost just $2 each with 1st prize $150, 2nd prize $100 and 3rd prize $50.
The Showgirls will be back selling duck tickets outside the Pharmacy on Thursday 11th and 19th of January.

Stanthorpe 2018 Australia Day Triathlon
2018-01-26
Friday 26 January 2018
Get involved in the Stanthorpe 2018 Australia Day Triathlon!
Smail’s Swim School (Stanthorpe Pool), Talc Street, Stanthorpe QLD 4380,
Divisions include:

Kids
Men’s Open
Women’s Open
Teams

Start and finish will be at the Stanthorpe Pool, with the swim occuring at Smail’s Swim School heated 50m pool, the cycle will be loops of township streets and the run happening at Gleeson Park.
Entries close Wednesday 24 January 2018 – check out the poster below for all the information.

Australia Day Celebrations - Warwick
2018-01-26 08:00 - 12:00
Friday 26 January – 8.00am – noon
Celebrate what’s great about Australia at the Warwick Australia Day Events!
Bring the whole family to the historic Glengallan Homestead for a morning of Aussie entertainment. The Australia Day Awards will be presented to some of the region’s outstanding citizens and community groups and a number of new citizens will be welcomed to our nation.
This free event includes entry to Glengallan Homestead. Plenty of parking onsite.
LOCATION:

Glengallan Homestead, 18515 New England Highway, Warwick-Allora QLD
For more information
Phone
1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372)
Email
events@sdrc.qld.gov.au

Australia Day Stand Up
2018-01-26 17:00 - 22:00
Paola’s The Winemaker Kitchen at the Singing Lake Cafe
32 Bradley Lane, Amiens 4380
Bookings Please phone 4683 3260 or 0468 785 613
26 January at 17:00–22:00
Open mic day we start at 5 we will do as many comedians we get, free entry. Tapas and wine available for purchase. Book you spot in the line up or book you table to watch and have a great night. Comedians are coming from Toowoomba, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast.

Allora Heritage Vehicle Weekend
2018-01-27 - 2018-01-28
Admission $5.00 Children Free
Allora Showgrounds, New England Highway
Organised by Warwick Veteran and Vintage Vehicle Club

Darling Downs Wedding and event exhibition - Warwick
2018-01-28
DD Event Hire 1/17 Alexandra Drive Warwick 28.01.2018
This is an exciting opportunity we have been working on for you guys!
It is time to announce that on the 28th of January 2018 we are hosting our very first Darling downs wedding and event exhibition.
It is going to be a fantastic day full of lots of industry professionals who are able to help guide you toward making that special day one to remember. The fun doesn’t stop there with a bunch of activities on the day like door prizes, fashion parades, games and even a photo booth. We have aimed to bring a one stop event destination to the Darling downs that can help to provide you with that industry knowledge to help with baby showers, birthdays, Christmas Parties and of course WEDDINGS.
We are beyond excited to share this special occasion with you all
Any exhibitors wanting to come on board we have some sites left so please use the link provided and fill out your information
https://www.ddeventpartyhire.com.au/wedding-expo
More information to come so we will keep you posted
The Team at DD event and party hire

Cuppa with the Councillors - Killarney
2018-01-31 17:30 - 19:00
Cuppa with the Councillors
The Cuppa with the Councillors forums provide the opportunity for Councillors to engage with you; to understand better what you want and to inform you about what Council is doing and the thinking behind some of the decisions that are made.
Killarney Senior Citizens
1 Ailanthus Street, Killarney
