3rd Allora Autumn Festival
2018-04-28 - 2018-04-29 | Queensland
The Allora Autumn Festival is held on the last weekend of April in Allora. During the festival they hold markets to coincide with events that are held around their historic town.
Allora is home to Mary Poppins House, where Pamela Goff (PL Travers) grew up and Allora is also the final resting place for her father, Travers Robert Goff.
Events to attend:-
28 and 29 April – Street Markets, vintage vehicles, Artisan stalls, local producers stalls, tours of Mary Poppins House, Heritage Museum, Sports Museum, heritage tours of the Allora, Breakfast Barbecue, and more.
29 April – ‘Dinner of Drayton’ dinning under the stars on the Saturday night in the streets, where they showcase local produce and products. Tickets are limited to 100. Booking details will be available on their website.
*some events are free to enter and some will require a purchase of tickets (Dinner on Drayton, etc) More information about costings will be found on their website closer to the event date.

LOCATION:Herbert Street, Allora
4362, QLD

Phone
0435801102 / 0407954615
Email
allorafestival@gmail.com
Website
http://www.alloraqld.org.au

Ballandean Twilight Markets
2018-04-28 14:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
Ballandean Twilight Markets are happening Saturday from 2pm until 6pm.
The hub of Ballandean is celebrating all things local, lovely & hand crafted. Lots to see & buy, in a beautiful part of the Granite Belt.
Browse through the stalls, enjoy some delicious food and coffee, or for those over 18 an adult beverage. We are located on the highway in Ballandean opposite the dinosaur with ample off road parking
For more information or stall booking contact us through messages on the facebook page or call 0400997930

Warwick Wedding Expo
2018-04-29 10:00 - 14:00
Sunday 10 am to 2 pm
Douglas Feez Pavilion at the Warwick Showgrounds
At the Warwick Wedding Expo we’ve gathered the finest professionals in so many different fields together to try to take some of that stress away.
You can meet everyone, see what they offer, what specials they have going, and walk out with your whole wedding organised.
There will be caterers, decorators, photographers, video experts, florists, cake-makers with free tastings, travel agents for honeymoons, stationery makers, sign-writers and, of course, venues.
“These guys know their jobs inside out and do a tremendous job.
“When you have a good team behind you, it really does make such a difference to your whole experience.”
Entry to the expo is $2 for adults.

Public Rally for De Amalgamation - Stanthorpe
2018-04-29 15:00 - 17:00
29 April at 15:00–17:00
Cf White Memorial Oval
Stanthorpe, Queensland 4380
Granite Belt Community Association will be holding a public rally to discuss de-amalgamation from the Southern Downs Regional Council. This is the first step of the process and we need your support if we are to advance to the next stage. Don’t let Stanthorpe be left off the map again – attend the meeting and find out how to take our town back.

Happy Chat - Stanthorpe
2018-05-01 10:30 - 12:00
15 Hilton Street Stanthorpe
Every Tuesday in May 10.30 am to 12.00 Noon
A social group supporting those in the face of mental health recovery

Allora Photography Club Exhibition - Warwick
2018-05-03
3 May 2018 to 2 Jun 2018
LOCATION: 49 Albion Street, Warwick, 4370, QLD
This group exhibition depicts their national anthem “Advance Australia Fair”. The first exhibition for this thriving community art group, their idea is to display photographs relating to each verse in the anthem.
The Allora Photography Group aims to encourage, promote and advance the local photography culture/scene by providing for, arranging and encouraging meeting to facilitate the exchange of ideas from the mutual improvements of its members in their knowledge and practice of photography in as many fields as practicable.
Above all the Allora Photography Group wishes to promote the social and artistic enjoyment of photography as a hobby through competition, technical lectures and outings irrespective of the individual member’s current methods of image capture or level of equipment, skills or expertise.
For more information – Phone 0746610434
Email warwickart@sdrc.qld.gov.au
Website http://www.warwickartgallery.com.au/exhibitions/coming-soon.html

The Granite Belt Performing Arts Challenge - Stanthorpe
2018-05-03 - 2018-05-06
May 3rd-6th, 2018
Stanthorpe Civic Centre
61 Marsh St, Stanthorpe
BPAC is the most exciting and dynamic amateur performance competition in Queensland, continually bringing the top professionals in the industry to judge and work with our groups, ensembles and scholarships competitors. GBPAC is the 1st regional arm of BPAC and brings the best regional performers and schools from across Queensland & Northern NSW, to Stanthorpe to work with Industry professionals including representatives from Those Tap Guys and the Education Departments of Queensland Ballet & the Qld Conservatorium of Music – Musical Theatre.
For more information visit www.gbpac.net

Barefoot in the Park- Stanthorpe
2018-05-04 19:00 - 2018-05-13 21:30
Stanthorpe Little Theatre Company, 20 Connor St, Stanthorpe, Queensland
4 dates 19.00 – 21.30 SAT 12 SUN 13 SAT 19 SUN 20
Just Married! Corie has rented a top floor New York apartment as her marital abode – without her husband’s approval. It’s small. Very small. And up a few stairs. OK, a lot of stairs.
Then there’s the eccentric neighbour dropping in from above them (literally) at all hours, and a telephone man who is very, very out of breath… what will Mother say?!
Take a fresh look at Neil Simon’s comedy from the 1960’s of young love, daring flights into the night and leaking skylights.
This is a tribute to Jack Boucher and Agnes Boucher/McKenchnie who first produced this play in 1969 at the Stanthorpe Civic Centre.
This play was originally staged on Broadway in 1963 and later to the silver screen by Jane Fonda and Robert Redford.
Directed by Judith Flitcroft.
Tickets are $20 and now available at Gracious Giving 34 Maryland St Stanthorpe.

Southern Downs Steam Railway 3 Day Tour
2018-05-05
Warwick to Goondiwindi and Toobeah 3 Day tour
5th – 7th May
Our Train will depart Warwick Station at 08:00am for a leisurely steam train trip to Goondiwindi.
We will arrive in Inglewood at 11:15am for a lunch stop whilst the locomotive is serviced in preparation for the 2nd leg of the journey.
Train departure from Inglewood is at 12:45pm for our run into Goondiwindi, arriving at 2:45pm.
You will be staying in Goondiwindi for Saturday and Sunday nights, with Sunday being a day to have time to enjoy the local attractions and enjoy a trip to Toobeah on the train. Or you can choose to catch the special coach tour to the end of the line (Dirranbandi)
On Monday, the train will depart Goondiwindi Station at 08:00am, returning along the same line back to Warwick.
Arrival in Inglewood will be 09:55am for a late breakfast or early lunch, with departure at 11:25am.
The train will arrive in Warwick at 3:00pm to conclude our journey.
Booking essential
Tickets can be purchased for this trip in the following ways:
Online ticketing Pre-purchased tickets are available online with payments processed by Paypal.
Over the phone (07) 4661 9788
On the day Tickets may also be available from the Platform on the day (subject to availability).
Cost $550.00

Yangan Hotel Bull Ride
2018-05-05
Saturday 5th May
Gates open 3.30pm Action starts 5pm
Events include: Open Bull, Novice Bull, Junior Bull, Junior Steer and Poddy Ride.
Pre purchase tickets and save $$$
Face painting, food and refreshments available
Live music from 8pm
Free Camping
Supporting Yangan Sports ground and School of Arts.
COME AND JOIN IN ON THE FUN!!!
For further information please phone 4664 8190

Sled Dog Racing - Scootcamp - Stanthorpe
2018-05-05 - 2018-05-07
5 May – 7 May
Stanthorpe Agricultural Society
8 High Street Stanthorpe Showgrounds Office, Stanthorpe
Sled Dog Racing Queensland will host our second boot camp training weekend of the season over the May Long weekend. Join us for a family and pet frienldy camping weekend and learn all the essentials of sled dog sports in queensland, Meet the team from Sled Dog Racing Queensland and take part in a range of activities over the weekend.
We will be able to lend you all the gear required over the weekend and there will be a range of gear available for sale.
We will camp at the Stanthorpe Show Grounds, water and power are available, Sites are $15p/n non powered or $25p/n Powered (please have cash). There is caravan park next door (Top of the Town) if Cabins are more your style, please inquire with them for pricing and availability.
Dogs must be restrained at all times, at the showgrounds and in the forest. so please bring a crate or stakeout to secure all dogs. Approx 2L if water is recommended per Dog per Day, please bring a container suitable to take your water to the forest (it can be refiled at the campgrounds). Please ensure your dog has a standard or limited slip collar option (if you use check chain’s bring them too but please have a standard collar on hand as an option.
Enquiries about dog sledding, events and other information please contact SDRQ.
Email: info@sdrq.org.au
SDRQ’s facebook page

AUTUMN MARKET - Glen Aplin
2018-05-05 08:00 - 12:00
5 May at 8:00–12:00
Glen Aplin Hall, Foster St
Cafe operating. Stalls in the hall & surrounds. Come & find unique gifts, produce & bargains!!
Bookings or info call Kay 0406 828 602 or Sandy 0433 922 702.

Stanthorpe RSL Buffet Dinner Dance
2018-05-05 18:30 - 23:30
Stanthorpe RSL 46 Marsh Street, Stanthorpe, Queensland 4380
The Let’s Dance Band will be holding a Buffet Dinner Dance at the Stanthorpe RSL Club on Saturday 5th May 2018 at 6:30pm.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL – Tickets are limited so please make sure you book early to secure a seat.

Opera in the Vineyard
2018-05-06
The Event

Opera In the Vineyard is a charity event held on the first weekend in May each year in the spectacular vineyards of Ballandean Estate Wines. The event is one of South East Queensland’s premier cultural events, and the jewel of the Granite Belt’s social calendar. Opera in the Vineyard attracts up to 1800 people each year providing an intoxicating mix of music, wine, food and an unforgettable time. The event organisers Ballandean Estate Wines and the Rotary Club of Stanthorpe have donated almost a million dollars to charity since the events inception.
Getting There

Shuttle Buses are the best way to attend the opera and are $20 return, although ample car parking is available adjacent to the winery.
The Bus Routes are as follows:
From Stanthorpe (Route 1) – All along main street starting from Top of the Town Caravan Park. Following highway through Severnlea and Glen Aplin and Ballandean.
From Stanthorpe (Route 2) – From Stanthorpe via Eukey Road to Ballandean. Also along Mt Tully Road.
From Warwick – All motels along highway starting from Post Office/Warwick Centre. There is no return bus after the Dinner.
From Ballandean – Cottages on Eukey Road and Jacobsen Road. Along Pyramids Road to Girraween National Park Rangers Station.
From Tenterfield – All motels along highway from southernmost motel. There is no return bus after dinner.

Wallangarra Railway Markets
2018-05-06 08:00 - 12:00
Wallangarra Markets. Border Railway Markets. Held on the 1st Sunday of every month from 8.00am – 12.30pm at the historic Wallangarra Railway Station. The markets offer a wide and varied selection of local art, craft and produce, as well as tasty hot breakfasts, light refreshments and takeaways available in the station dining room.

Campdraft Weekend - Stanthorpe
2018-05-11 - 2018-05-13
May 11th – 13th
Stanthorpe Showgrounds, 8 High Street , Stanthorpe
Food and drink available
For more information please phone 0428 195 202

Mothers Day Celebration - Stanthorpe
2018-05-11 10:00 - 11:00
11 May at 10:15–11:15
Stanthorpe State School, 30 Marsh St, Stanthorpe, Queensland 4380
Join us in the stadium for a Mothers Day treat, from 10:15am, then stay for a BYO picnic morning tea on the oval – BYO blanket too.

Stanthorpe Bull Ride Spectacular
2018-05-11 15:00 - 23:00
11 May 2018 from 3 pm
Stanthorpe Show Grounds, High Street , Stanthorpe
Open and novice bull ride, Junior steer ride and Open and junior barrel rides
Food and drink available but NO BYO
To enter please phone 07 4661 4766
Details on web http://www.prorodeo.com.au/index.cfm?display=rodeo&rodeo_id=538

Warwick Picnic Races
2018-05-12
Warwick Picnic Races 12 May 2018

Mark your calendar now for the 2018 Warwick Picnic Races on Saturday 12 May 2018, with gates opening from 11 am. Enjoy entertainment until late, Fashions on the Field and BYO/Licensed areas. This is a non TAB meeting. If you’ve never experienced a country race, now’s 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 centre of rural social life. Warwick’s race club is one of the oldest in Queensland. Its Cup pre-dates the Melbourne Cup!

LOCATION:Warwick Turf Club, 170 Victoria St, Warwick QLD 4370

Contact Warwick Turf Club Phone: 07 4661 1023
Email: secretary@warwickturfclub.com.au

Southern Downs Harvest Lunch - Killarney
2018-05-12
Saturday 12 May 2018
Join us for lunch at Melrose Station, Killarney on the 12th May 2018 for a culinary event to celebrate the amazing array of fresh, seasonal produce from our own backyard, the Southern Downs region.
Taste ingredients that will inspire you to question where your food comes from and what delicious meals you can create using seasonal produce. Be entertained and educated by local growers so you can take part of the Southern Downs home with you.

Our Community
Southern Downs Harvest is a Not for Profit Organisation run by and for the benefit of our local community and the wider region. Your hosts, organisers, kitchen, wait staff and many of the producers volunteer their time unconditionally to ensure that this event is a success. All profits are donated to a nominated community group or groups. The 2017 raised much needed funds for the Killarney Show and Rodeo Society and the Killarney Aged Care.

LOCATION:Melrose Station, Killarney Barlows Gate Road, Killarney QLD 4373,
For all enquiries please contact Bev and Anna sdharvestlunch@outlook.com
Web http://southerndownsharvest.com.au/

Poets Never Lie -Marci Gliori - Feestone
2018-05-12 18:30 - 22:00
Saturday 12 May 6:30pm
Freestone Road, Freestone QLD 4370,
Freestone Hall Presents: Marco Gliori Accompanied by Phil Vellacott
$35.00 per head, 3 course meal provided. Pre-sold tickets only.
Come & enjoy the entertainment provided by Bush Poet Marco Gliori & Musician Phil Vellacott at the Freestone Community Hall’s fundraiser.
3 course meal & bar open.
Tickets to be pre-purchased by contacting:
Kerry 0429 648 095 Steve0412 000 214
Steve management@kpms.com.au
Or from:
Country Smiles 54 Guy Street, Warwick QLD 4370
Warwick Sand & Gravel Supplies 11 Briggs Street, Warwick QLD 4370

Warwick Book Fest 2018
2018-05-18 - 2018-05-19
St Mary’s Hall, Crn Wood Street and Acacia Avenue Warwick
18 May 2018 3:00 pm – 8.00 pm – 19 May 2018 8.00 am – 2.00 pm
The Warwick Daily News Lifeline Bookfest is being held on Friday 18 May and Saturday 19 May. Proudly sponsored by the Warwick Daily News since 1989 the Warwick Bookfest is one of Lifeline Darling Downs & South West QLD’S major fundraisers. All proceeds raised from the event go towards their crisis support and suicide prevention services in this region. There will hundreds of donated books on sale with nothing over $5.00 with many much less.
Free admission, free parking and Eftpos available, so why not pop along and stock up on your reading material for winter!

Stanthorpe Blue Light Superheroes Dance Party
2018-05-18 18:00 - 20:00
Friday 18th May
St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, Corundum Street, Stanthorpe
Calling all Stanthorpe superheroes!
The Stanthorpe Blue Light Superheroes Dance Party is on Friday, May 18!
It’s your chance to party, win lucky door and dance competition prizes, and enjoy our canteen with tasty hot food.

Open for kids from pre-primary to year six, with parents welcome to stay, it’s only $ 5 for entry.

Grazing the Granite Belt
2018-05-19 - 2018-05-20
Grazing the Granite Belt 19 & 20 May 2018

A weekend of lazy grazing throughout the premier wine region of the Granite Belt. Enjoy wine tastings matched perfectly with meals prepared by local food artisans. Hop on and off the shuttle bus and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere with friends and family

Phone 07 4684 1226

Email leeanne@ballandeanestate.com
Website Grazing the Granite Belt Facebook

Killarney Campdraft
2018-05-19 - 2018-05-20
Killarney Showgrounds, Killarney QLD
The 2018 Killarney Campdraft will be held on Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th May.
Food & Drinks available on the grounds throughout the day
Dinner and dessert will be available Saturday evening at the grounds – $15.00 per person
For more information www.killarneyshow.org.au/campdraft

Warwick Pentathrun
2018-05-19 - 2018-05-20
The Warwick Pentathrun is a full weekend event held at the end of May each year. It comprises of 5 races each of which is a different “type” of race that together mean a competitor has completed a Marathon Distance over the weekend in five different events. We start with a 1/2 marathon Saturday morning followed by a breakfast and a bus back to the start (YES it is one of the rare race events where you get to run somewhere and not just in a circuit), then after a short rest we have a 4.6km cross country. The Saturday concludes with a 5km flat road race and followed by presentations at the Sandy Creek Hotel. Sunday sees an early start for a 10km hill climb finishing again with a free breakfast and the weekend concludes with a 1500 meter “sprint” race in the main street of Warwick.
Check the facebook page for start locations and race details
For more details see “THE RACE” tab above. Any questions? Just email admin@pentathrun.com
5 Races – 2 Days – 42.2 km
“Do one, do all or as many as you can”

Standard Mental Health First Aid Course - Stanthorpe
2018-05-19 09:00 - 2018-05-20 17:00
19 May – 20 May, 9:00 to 17:00
Stanthorpe Training Centre Cnr Short & Conner Sts, Stanthorpe
The Standard Mental Health First Aid Course includes two full days of training. You will receive a manual and be eligible to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider upon completion. For more information and to register please visit talkwise.com.au.

Killarney Trivia Night
2018-05-19 19:00 - 23:00
Killarney Senior Citizens Hall, Ailanthus Street, Killarney
19 May 2018 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Entry is $10.
Children are free. Supper provided.

Early Years Fun Day - Stanthorpe
2018-05-23 09:00 - 13:00
23 May at 9:00–13:00

Early Years Fun Day, St Paul’s Anglican Hall, Stanthorpe
Hosted by Bush kids
Join us and our partners in the Early Years Network for a fun day for the kids in Stanthorpe. There will be stories, play, paint, music and drama for the little ones, while parent’s and carers get a chance to meet organisations and agencies that can help them and their children’s learning and development.

Wallangarra-Jennings Family Fun Day
2018-05-26
Boston Park from noon
Come down, grab some lunch and play some games!!! Food and Bar
Activities include bra and boot throw, dunny derby, tug-o-war, three legged races and music acts
