My Southern Downs

Spring Friendship Picnic by the River - Warwick
2018-11-19 16:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
Sunday 19 November
4.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Held by Southern Downs Refugee & Migrant Network
Federation Park, Warwick, near the jetty just east of Tiddalik the Stone Frog
Bring Food, chairs and entertainment to share. Sausage sizzle provided.
If wet weather the event will be held in the Cafe Jacquis Function room.
For more information please contact Anne 0467 405 897

Stanthorpe State Primary School Prep Open Day
2018-11-22 09:00 - 11:30
Thursday 22nd November 9.15 am – 11.15 am
20 Marsh Street, Stanthorpe
Prep Open Morning on Thursday 22nd November. It’s a very important and exciting time for our 2019 Preps, as they’ll meet their teachers and classmates for their first year of school. Mrs Pozzi is organising class groups now, so if you have not yet enrolled your pre-prepper for school in 2019, please contact our office as soon as possible to book your enrolment interview.
For more information please phone 4681 5111

Alcohol & Drug Family Support Info Session
2018-11-28 10:00 - 13:00, 2018-12-19 10:00 - 14:00
AOD Information sessions for Nov – Dec are as follows, please save the date and we look forward to being of service:
Wednesday, November 28, 2018 and
Monday, November 26, 2018
10am – 1pm
Drugarm
Cnr Connor & Short St, Stanthorpe
Monday, December 3, 2018
10am – 1pm
Warwick Library
49 Albion Street, Warwick
The Breakthrough for Families Program helps families and significant others of individuals affected by alcohol and drug use – in particular families with children, to obtain information, develop support strategies and connect to treatment and other services.
The program provides families and the broader community affected by ice, alcohol and other drugs access to free, accessible information, and tailored strategies to help themselves and others.
Families can receive brief individual support over several private sessions tailored to their individual needs and circumstances and our support can be accessed on a voluntary basis, and we are focused on helping people who may not have easy access to support.

Festival of Small Halls Auditions for 30 Nov event Maryvale
2018-11-30
LOCATION: WARWICK TYPE: COMMUNITY EVENT, CONCERT OR PERFORMANCE NOV

30 NOV 2018 TO 30 NOV 2018

Friday 30 November
Live Musical Event
See the web page for more details.
We are seeking a young upcoming local artist to provide them with the opportunity to showcase themselves within a folk style performance evening for approx 15 minutes. Please submit your interest through the Maryvale Progress email with a short introduction of yourself, what you perform, instruments you play etc

LOCATION:Maryvale Community Hall 33 Taylor Street, Maryvale QLD 4370,

Email
maryvaleprogress@gmail.com
Phone
Mobile: Shane Kimber 0438 609 557

Beach Bingo and Retro Dance Party - Stanthorpe
2018-12-01 05:30 - 23:30
Saturday, 1 December 2018 from 5:30-Midnight
Stanthorpe Exhibition Centre, 3 High Street, Stanthorpe
Tickets · $25-$30
Beach Bingo blends some seriously fun games of bingo with the sounds of classic 60s beach party and mixes it up with the retro sounds of the 70s & 80s. Saturday 1st of December. Bikinis and budgie smugglers, Hawaiian shirts and thongs, slip into your most comfortable beach bum outfit to win great prizes.

Christmas Tree Harvest Weekend - Applethorpe
2018-12-01 09:00 - 2018-12-02 17:00
1 Dec at 09:00 – 2 Dec at 17:00
Granite Belt Christmas Farm
321 Aerodrome Road, Applethorpe
Action Packed Family Fun Day!
Start a family tradition and head to the farm to pick your very own real Christmas Tree from our fields. We will cut it down and net it for you.
There will be lots of kids activities throughout the day and an all day BBQ available.
Potted Christmas Trees for sale along with all the accessories to go with your Christmas Tree.
St Josephs School Choir will be performing at 10am on the Saturday so don’t miss hearing there amazing Christmas Carols! Santa will be at the farm all day too!
Limited trees available and best in best dressed, sorry no pre orders. EFTPOS available.

The Chef and The Winemaker, Seafood Degustation Dinner - Ballandean
2018-12-01 18:00 - 23:00
Date: December 1
Time: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Cost: $160
Join the Golden Grove Family for a night of Premium mainstream and Alternative wines and food to match. The two brothers Ray Costanzo (Winemaker) and Jason Costanzo (Chef) will work together to match our alternative varieties (Strange birds) to foods with a Mediterranean flavour.
So come along to our cosy tasting room and sample our gold medal strange birds and peck your way through the chef’s gatherings.
For your convenience a bus is included in the price. Book early as places are strictly limited.
For more information please call Grace Costanzo 0746841291
Email: admin@goldengroveestate.com.au
Website: www.goldengroveestate,com.au

Alcohol & Drug Family Support Info Session
2018-12-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Warwick Library, 49 Albion Street, Warwick, QLD, 4370, Australia
AOD Information sessions for Nov – Dec are as follows, please save the date and we look forward to being of service:
Monday, December 3, 2018
10am – 1pm
Warwick Library
49 Albion Street, Warwick
Wednesday, November 28, 2018 and
Monday, November 26, 2018
10am – 1pm
Drugarm
Cnr Connor & Short St, Stanthorpe
The Breakthrough for Families Program helps families and significant others of individuals affected by alcohol and drug use – in particular families with children, to obtain information, develop support strategies and connect to treatment and other services.
The program provides families and the broader community affected by ice, alcohol and other drugs access to free, accessible information, and tailored strategies to help themselves and others.
Families can receive brief individual support over several private sessions tailored to their individual needs and circumstances and our support can be accessed on a voluntary basis, and we are focused on helping people who may not have easy access to support.

Alcohol & Drug Family Support Info Session
2018-12-03 14:00 - 17:00

Meditation Education Nights Stanthorpe
2018-12-03 19:00
6 Dates 3 December 2018 – 11 February 2019 2018- 3/12, 10/12, 2019- 21/1, 28/1, 4/2, 11/2
7 pm – 10.30 pm

Stanthorpe Little Theatre Co , 20 Connor St, Stanthorpe

$20 per person per night.
On Each Meditation and education night we will have a special meditation and then we will discuss every subject under the sun, from earthly problems to spiritual problems.
From dealing with loss to understanding when spirit communicates and everything from reincarnation, living in the now and moving forward with a more positive view.

Cuppa with the Councillors Stanthorpe
2018-12-05 17:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 5 December from 5.30pm
At the QCWA Stanthorpe Rooms
5 Victoria Street
Stanthorpe

Family Fun: Carols in the Park
2018-12-14 18:30 - 20:30 | Weeroona Park, Marsh Street, Stanthorpe, Queensland, 4377, Australia
Don’t miss the Stanthorpe Carols in the Park returning to Weeroona Park on Friday 14 December from 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
This much-loved, free family event, presented by Southern Downs Regional Council, will host a variety of entertainers in a joyous and magical celebration of Christmas.
Of course, there would be no Carols in the Park without our guest of honour, Santa Claus, who will drop in for a visit as he finalises plans for his busiest time of year.
Families will be able to enjoy a beautiful summer’s evening in the park, with some great entertainment, a sausage sizzle and a visit from Santa.
Bring your own picnic rug or chair and settle into the beautiful surrounds of Weeroona Park to share the spirit of Christmas in Stanthorpe.
Other Carols events around the region include:

Warwick – Sunday 9 December, Leslie Park
Allora – Friday 14 December, Herbert St
Killarney – Friday 21 December, Canning Park

Christmas Festival - Stanthorpe
2018-12-15 15:30 - 18:30
Saturday, 15 December 2018 from 15:30-18:30
Granite Belt Christmas Farm
321 Aerodrome Road, Applethorpe
Entry is $10 per adult and all children are free this is payable on the gate.
Embrace the magic of Christmas at our annual Christmas Festival! An action packed afternoon full of family fun. Entertainment bought to you by music sensation Hayley Chalmers and the famous Blue Violets Duo that will have your foot tapping the whole afternoon!
Santa will be visiting all the kids so ensure your little ones bring a letter to put in Santa’s mailbox. There are loads of kid’s activities, including a treasure hunt through the Christmas Trees, face painting, feeding Santa’s animals plus more running all afternoon so mum and dad sick back and enjoy your favorite glass of wine or beer (BYO) Don’t forget to pack the picnic rug or camping chairs.
BBQ stall will be operating so your appetite will be covered and don’t forget to indulge in our Belgian Chocolates all made on site! The Mistletoe Store will be open throughout the festival so ensure to check out all the spectacular ornaments and decorations!
The talented Glenda Riley will be taking family photos – The theme will be rustic Aussie Christmas, this is the perfect time to capture the family memories! For only $20. No bookings needed just line up and smile!

Market in the Mountains Monster Christmas Markets 16th Dec
2018-12-16 08:00 - 12:00 | Stanthorpe Show Grounds & Maryland Street, Maryland & High Street, Stanthorpe, Queensland, 4380, Australia
Come and meet the stallholders at the Stanthorpe Showgrounds 8am – Noon who have made, baked, sewn or grown the product. Unique handmade gifts, native plants, honey, jewellery, clothes, woodcraft and so much more. Meet some friends at the Cafe and enjoy the morning.

Demerger Business Case Released
2018-12-21 08:00 - 17:00
The Granite Belt Community Association (GBCA) says it is pleased to announce the business case for “A New Granite Belt Council” will be available for viewing by the public on the association’s website from 9am today, Friday 21 December.
To view the report visit www.granitebeltcommunity.com

Stanthorpe Eats & Beats New Years Eve
2018-12-31
31 Dec at 17:30 to 1 January 2019 at 02:00
Stanthorpe Showgrounds
Get your dancing shoes on Stanthorpe, this is a night you don’t want to miss!!
Doors open from 5.30pm
Indulge in the variety of street food vendors and dance up a storm with the nights live entertainment kicking off from 6pm!!
Don’t forget about the kiddies!! There will be a jumping castle, face painting and more to keep them entertained till 9pm.
Tickets on sale from 01 October 2018

37th Ananda Mela Festival - Stanthorpe
2019-01-04 - 2019-01-09
4 – 9 January, 2019
Ananda Palli, 463 Back Creek Rd, Severnlea
Registration required
Welcome to the 37th Ananda Mela Festival
The Ananda Mela Festival is a family friendly event offering yoga, meditation, an abundance of healthy gourmet vegetarian/vegan food, social development workshops and spiritual philosophy.
This is a unique, vibrant, spiritual festival which celebrates cultural diversity, encourages environmental sustainability initiatives and promotes health and well-being.
The festival is held near Stanthorpe, Queensland, located at the heart of the Granite Belt. The area boasts spectacular countryside, massive granite outcroppings, rolling farmland and an abundance of flora and fauna.**
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

Let's Dance Band RSL Club Stanthorpe
2019-01-25 19:30 - 22:00
7.30pm Let’s Dance Band
Stanthorpe RSL
46 Marsh St

Stanthorpe AUSTRALIA DAY Celebrations 2019 - 26th January 2019
2019-01-26 | Weeroona Park, Marsh Street, Stanthorpe, Queensland, 4377, Australia

Australia Day Stanthorpe
2019-01-26
8.00am – 10.00 Stanthorpe Pool and Weeroona Park; Triathlon and Mercantile Relay
4.00pm – 9.00pm Live Entertainment

Australia Day Liston
2019-01-26
3pm (Qld time) until late @ Liston Hall and Park:
Billie tea and damper, Trash and Treasure/Car Boot Sale,raffles, sausage sizzle, sack races, local band Fugarwie, and much more.
Further info: ph Carolyn on 0448 097 450

Julie Lee Ray RSL Club Stanthorpe
2019-01-26 18:30 - 22:00
6.30pm Julie Lee Ray performing
RSL Club
46 Marsh St
Stanthorpe

Grief and Loss Program Blue Care Centre Stanthorpe
2019-02-11 15:00 - 17:00
Grief and Loss Program Stanthorpe
This is a free Blue Care program that runs for 8 weeks at the BLUE CARE CENTRE @ 10 Day Street, Stanthorpe for 2 hours per week from 3.00pm – 5.00pm. For more information or to register, see below.
Participants must register, ph 0491 071 787 or email; bluecare.grief.loss@gmail.com

107th Annual Killarney Show 22 FEB 2019 TO 24 FEB 2019
2019-02-22 - 2019-02-24
107th Annual Killarney Show
LOCATION: KILLARNEY TYPE: COMMUNITY EVENT, EXHIBITION AND SHOWS FEB

22 FEB 2019 TO 24 FEB 2019

Friday 22 February – Sunday 24 February
The 107th Annual Killarney Show celebrates our community, our traditions, and our friendships whilst enjoying some friendly competition. We showcase all the agricultural aspects and achievements of the community, whilst enjoying the events and atmosphere of a country show. We welcome locals and visitors to come along and help celebrate the achievements of the Killarney community.

LOCATION:Killarney Showgrounds 51 Willow Street, Killarney QLD 4373,v
Email
secretary@killarneyshow.org.au
Mobile
0459 408 188

Film Night
2019-03-09 18:30 - 21:00 | Arcadia Cinema, High Street, Stanthorpe, Queensland, 4380, Australia
Every month, normally on the second Saturday, the Stanthorpe Film Society will be showing a film at the Arcadia Cinema, Stanthorpe.

Sounds from the Vines - Stanthorpe
2019-03-23
Saturday 23 March 2019 14.00
Stanthorpe Show Grounds – High Street Stanthorpe
Live concert featuring James Reyne, Baby Animals, Rose Tattoo, Pseudo Echo, Boom Crash Opera and the Colt Sweavers Band
Tickets via Ticketmaster.com.au Phone 136 100
Cost $321.00

Big Book Sale - Warwick
2019-04-12 - 2019-04-14
Big Book Sale @ Warwick Railway Goods Shed
12,13,14 April 2019
The Warwick News report of the 2018 event:
“Warwick bookworms go batty for big book sale
All funds raised from the Big Book Sale will go towards local organisations and charities, community and Rotary projects.
Venue: Warwick Railway Goods Shed.
“Mr Kemp said the club was proud to promote not only literacy on the Southern Downs but also the Warwick Railway goods shed, the historic venue for the Big Book Sale.
“It was surprising the amount of people who’d never seen it up close before,” he said.
“People who’ve lived here their whole lives and never been inside.”
Mr Kemp said massive thanks were to go to the Southern Downs Steam Railway.
“Not only for the amazing venue, which is one of only a few big enough to host an event like this, but also for being here the whole weekend, manning the barbecue and supplying Warwick’s bookworms with food and drinks,” he said.””

Polocrosse World Cup 2019 - Warwick
2019-04-22 - 2019-04-28
22 Apr 2019 to 28 Apr 2019.
Old Stanthorpe Road, Warwick, 4370, QLD
See the world’s best battle it out at the 2019 Polocrosse World Cup in Warwick, Queensland.
Combining the strategy of netball, the toughness of rugby, and the ball skills of lacrosse, polocrosse is an Australian-made sport where action, power, skill and pace dominate.
Celebrating 80 years in 2019, the Polocrosse World Cup will bring players from eight countries – Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, USA, UK, Ireland, Zambia and Zimbabwe – to southern Queensland to see which team reigns supreme. As current world champions, South Africa will be fighting to hold onto the title, while former champions, Australia, will use their home turf and supporters to their advantage to try and take it back!
The event takes place over seven days in Warwick, with spectator numbers are expected to be in the tens of thousands for this world-class event.
While the horses and riders show off their talents on the field, spectators will get an up close and personal experience from the sidelines where they can literally smell the sweat on the horses!
Polocrosse is king of the one-horse sports. Be there in 2019 to live the action!
For more information
Phone
0419714545
Email
secretary@polocrosseworldcup.com.au
Website
https://polocrosseworldcup.com.au

Adina Polocrosse World Cup 2019 - Warwick
2019-04-22 - 2019-04-28
Adina Polocrosse World Cup 2019 – Warwick Polocrosse Club
22 April 2019- 28 April 2019

See the world’s best battle it out at the Adina Polocrosse World Cup 2019 in Warwick, QLD.
Combining the strategy of netball, the toughness of rugby, and the ball skills of lacrosse, polocrosse is an Australian-made sport where action, power, skill and pace dominate.
Celebrating 80 years in 2019, the Adina Polocrosse World Cup will bring players from eight countries – Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, USA, UK, Ireland, Zambia and Zimbabwe – to southern Queensland to see which team reigns supreme. As current world champions, South Africa will be fighting to hold onto the title, while former champions, Australia, will use their home turf and supporters to their advantage to try and take it back!
The event takes place over 7 days at Morgan Park in Warwick, with spectator numbers expected to be in the tens of thousands for this world class event. While the horses and riders show off their talents on the field, spectators will get an up close and personal experience from the sidelines where they can literally smell the sweat on the horses!
Polocrosse is king of the one-horse sports. Be there in 2019 to live the action!
