Christmas Events List
This year, make it about the little ones! Christmas is a time for forgiveness and giving and should not become a credit card debt just because we can. ...
Free information session on December 16 for businesses and community groups
Find out about economic data availability through Profile ID, which may be of use in your grant applications or business ...
Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery
Summer Program
The Gallery Summer Program is now available.
If you’d like a print copy of the brochure or posters for your business, please contact us.
Exhibitions 21 Nov – ...
Queensland Government Support options for Artisan Food & Beverage Producers
There are a wide range of targeted programs that are available to support Queensland’s’ artisan food and beverage producers to increase ...
The presentations will cover the experiences of one family from Co Clare who arrived in the 1880s and the annual St Patrick’s Day celebration in honour of the country of ...
National Reconciliation Week 2020 Grants | closes 9 December 2019
Grants of up to $15,000 are available to support community events promoting reconciliation during and around National Reconciliation Week 2020.
Find more ...
Drought Relief Program | Maryvale Hall/Man Up Event | 14 & 15 Dec 2019
On the weekend of 14 & 15 December, the Maryvale Hall Committee have teamed up with Man ...
Life has been really hard for a lot of us lately!
If you’re feeling the need for some extra support, there is now free counseling at the Granite Belt Neighbourhood Centre, ...
QCF’s regional grantmaking round is now open. Please click on the link below or forward to community groups who may be looking for a grant.
//qcf.org.au/grants/regional-grant-making/
Eligibility
Applications are open to only ...
Thriving Cohesive Communities Grants | closes 2pm, 25 Nov 2019
//www.communities.qld.gov.au/industry-partners/funding-grants/funding-available
Thriving Cohesive Communities Grants
Thriving Cohesive Communities Grants form part of the Queensland Government’s social cohesion program to build cohesive and resilient ...
"2040" Film Showing | Sunday, 24 Nov 2019 | School of Total Education, Warwick
See below flyer for the new film "2040", by Award-winning director Damon Gameau (“That Sugar Film) who ...
Small Business Digital Grants program Round 7 has now opened and closes at 5pm on 10 December 2019.
I would like to advise you that the Small Business Digital Grants program ...
You are invited to attend the Moombahlene LALC to attend a Traditional Fire Burn Presentation on 21 November 2019 at the Memorial Hall & RSL Pavilion, 94 Molesworth St, Tenterfield.
The ...
Lifeline & Uniting Care are providing a Farmer to Lifeline Farmer Service, per the flyer below. Reach out to someone who can provide mental support and ...
11 November 2019
What’s happened?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has received reports that hackers are using a security vulnerability called BlueKeep to install malicious software on devices using older versions of ...
Got a large load to put through, but being frugal with your precious tank water? The Salvation Army is offering free laundry services in Stanthorpe on November 23 2019.
On Saturday ...
MEDIA RELEASE
Tourism Recovery Workshops
Southern Downs Regional Council is helping the local tourism industry by hosting workshops to assist tourism operators with marketing during natural disasters by hosting two Tourism ...
Art Journaling Workshop | 18 November 2019
The last workshop for the year is an Art Journaling morning on Monday 18th November. Please see flyer below for more information.
This is a ...
CREW4YOUTH Offers care coordination for children and young people up to age 25 with or at risk of developing severe mental health conditions.
We offer the following services:
• Suicidal ideation or ...
The white bear foundation is dedicated to providing innovative programs for children; This workshop includes a number of life skills and awareness activities to help promote healthy learning.
Application Form HERE ...
International Men’s Day
Join us for the upcoming breakfast at Belle Vue Café in Warwick on November 19 to celebrate International Men’s Day and men and boys in rural communities, which ...
Please find below information regarding our FREE Meat Industry Work Readiness programs that we are running across our region. We have a number of abattoirs that we work closely with ...
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia are hosting a Summit on 12 November at the Queensland College of Wine and Tourism
They will be discussing jobs, economics, cyber security and support for ...
Trivia Night @ The Gallery this Friday, November 1st.
If you’re a keen trivia buff, then why not get a team of 8 together and register ASAP at admin@srag.org.au or call ...
Festival of Small Halls which is heading to the Freestone Hall on November 27th
Festival of Small Halls is a series of tours that takes the best folk and contemporary acoustic ...
In need of water? Do your animals need a drop, or do you require it for domestic use? Granite Belt Water is here to help, with their generosity extending to ...
Suicide is preventable, and anyone can make a difference... Living Works can help you to help make a difference to someone you may know, or someone in our community. Often ...
24 October 2019
What’s happened?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of a widespread malicious email virus (malware), known as ‘Emotet’, targeting Australian businesses and individuals.
Cybercriminals use malware for different ...
ENTRIES NOW OPEN
Hello to our friends in art
We are pleased invite you to enter the 2020 Stanthorpe Art Prize.
Established in 1972, the biennial Stanthorpe Art Prize is the second oldest ...
Have a little fun this year with the family, join in on Rotary's Spooky Walk 2019..
Events include:
Macca’s Magic Show
Wizards Castle
Forbidden Forest
Magical Maze
Spooky Express
Hat of sorts
Face painting
HP Tattoos
Quiddich Practice
Spooky Alley treats
BBQ
And ...
15 October 2019
What’s happened?
Australia Post is warning the community of widespread scam text messages telling customers there are problems delivering a package, or that a parcel won’t be delivered ...
Relief is here - with Granite Belt Water Relief!
Locals can now apply for drinking water and tank water (via IBC) for free, thanks to the efforts of the volunteers of ...
13 August 2019
What’s happened?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre is aware of widespread abuse of a security vulnerability (called BlueKeep) that affects older versions of Windows operating systems including Windows ...
6 August 2019
What’s happened?
Tax time is here, and we see a surge in scammers impersonating trusted brands like myGov or the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to trick you into ...
17 July 2019
What’s happened?
Australian Android users are warned not to download mobile apps from third party app stores following reports of malware known as ‘Agent Smith’ infecting 25 million ...
24 July 2019
What’s happened?
Members of the public have reported receiving scam emails that appear to come from their own email account, threatening to reveal intimate images of them unless they pay a ...
Granite Belt Art News & Events
Local Art Prize
Entries are now open for LAP It Up - Local Art Prize.
Total prize money $5000.
Entries Close 29 June 2019. Exhibition on show ...
Please find below information regarding an upcoming FREE Mental Health workshop which may be of interest to you, or someone you know.
Please contact Richard Henshaw: Richard.Henshaw@health.qld.gov.au for any further ...
As part of the Southern Downs Water Security Strategy, Council is seeking feedback on community values and knowledge of our local water resources. The information gathered will provide local data ...
17 May 2019
What’s happened?
Microsoft has released a software update to fix a security flaw in some older versions of Windows including Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows Server 2008 and 2008 ...
This is a fantastic initiative in which we will be provided free of charge the training to keep an eye on each others wellbeing, and develop our community connections. Should ...
10 May 2019
What’s happened?
Telephone scams – where people pretend to be from a reputable organisation to try to get access to your computer and your bank account – are ...
INVITES YOU TO A
FREE WORKSHOP
HELP YOUR CLUB MAKE BETTER USE OF TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE COMMUNICATION
Date: Tuesday 21 May 2019
Time: 11.30am to 3:00pm (sandwiches for lunch from 11.30am to 12 noon)
Venue: ...
Hope Horizons Road to Hope forums aimed at promoting the services they provide to those diagnosed with Cancer.
Forums held in both Warwick (24th May) and Stanthorpe (23rd May) including a ...
Chill n Chat @ Cornerstone may be of interest to you or people you work alongside.
It is a welcoming group that provides connection and learning, and all are welcome.
The Chill'N'Chat ...
Please find below a flyer regarding a “Clothes Swap” event to be held at the Warwick Baptist Hall on May 25th that may be of interest to you or someone ...
Extreme level water restrictions here to stay as dam levels continue to drop
The Southern Downs will remain on extreme level water restrictions with Council resolving to reduce the limit on ...
Hi to the Snowflakes in Stanthorpe community.
Our amazing event will be upon us again in no time. This year we are promising over 50 family friendly activities across the weekend ...
Event date: Thursday 30 May 2019
Event time: 10am – 1pm
Event Location: Auditorium and Community Hub, Warwick Campus, 223 Dragon Street, Warwick
We will be running
Information sessions
Free health checks
Range ...
The Strong Not Tough – Adult Resilience program aims to increase an adult’s resilience and coping skills. Backed by years of research the Strong Not Tough program is evidence based ...
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course (Mindfulness Meditation) in Stanthorpe with Mallow Wellbeing, please see the attached flyer below for all details on the ...
Please find below details and attached media release from Southern Downs Regional Council regarding the Queensland Treasury Corporations financial report on de-amalgamation, which may be of interest to you or ...
Pickleball is a cross between tennis, table tennis and badminton.
The Brisbane Pickeball Club is offering free introductory coaching in this engaging and fun activity on Sunday May 5, from 10am ...
GOT A CREATIVE STREAK? Then check out the details below from the Warwick Artists’ Group Inc about their Eco Dying on Paper and Papermaking workshop with Sandra Pearce on 8 ...
Rural minds workshop is specifically designed for rural and remote communities and delivered by people who know what it's like out here. It's good, solid, practical information without all the ...
Register quickly and easily for the Deadly Thinking Community Workshop in Warwick on 14 May 2019.
Come together with your community champions to learn about handling worries, and build your confidence ...
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ASIST Training is in development to provide a culturally appropriate way of learning suicide first aid skills within our community.
The program is a partnership ...
Headspace Warwick seeking young people aged between 12 – 25 years to be a part of their Youth Reference Group.
What it is all about!
What is in it for young people?
...
Have a device at home and wanting to learn how to set up your myGov Account or access the Centrelink &
Medicare Express Plus App?
Want to learn more about what ...
A Qld state-wide event for NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE To remember and support those impacted by domestic and family violence.
Community, agencies, service,sports & social clubs, churches, schools all welcome!
*Make a ...
Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery are holding an art lecture with guest speaker Dr David Akenson on “Australian Modernism, Fuguration, Abstraction & Cultural Identity” on April 12 from 11am – 12:30pm at ...
Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery is offering a Silversmithing Workshop with Nick Murray on Friday, April 26 from 9am - 4pm. Learn how to make a solid silver ring and earrings.
Bookings ...
Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN is seeking applications from individuals, organisations and/or community groups who are interested in hosting community-led well-being events in drought affected communities within the Darling ...
ThinkUKnow is a partnership between the Australian Federal Police (AFP), the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Datacom and Microsoft Australia, and is delivered in collaboration with state and territory police and ...
Fun for all ages, with the upcoming workshops, but you must book prior: www.brisbanenorth.young-engineers.com.au/enrolment
Kids, break out your LEGO® and Robotics dreams, and Parents, watch those blocks on your feet, it's ...
Drawn Together Creative Therapies, Family Matters Counseling and Happy Chat are pleased to offer a Creative Workshop for young people 12-25 years of age who have become carers in their ...
29 March 2019
What’s happened?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre is aware of malicious emails that are falsely telling Australians that their account has violated PayPal rules.
These phishing emails try to lure ...
26 March 2019
What’s happened?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of malicious emails claiming to be from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) being received by Australians.
The emails state ...
Queensland Youth Week (QYW19), to be held from 3 to 14 April 2019, is an annual celebration allowing us all to reflect on young people aged 12 to 25 and ...
SDRC is seeking ideas and feedback from the community to help develop a masterplan of cycling and motor scooter facilities and networks within the region.
We want to hear from you. ...
Family Carer Course
When: Wednesday 8 May
Time: 9:30am-2:30pm
This course will help you and your family with practical strategies for managing day-to-day and to better understand your own needs and the needs ...
FREE Alcohol and other Drug information sessions are available to assist in supporting families and significant others of individuals affected by substance abuse.
Warwick Wednesday April 3, 2019 10am to 1pm ...
We are thrilled to announce the roll-out of “The Adventure Therapy Project” for women in the Southern Downs Regional Council area. The Project is offering a range of free outdoor ...
We’re Art Thou
Creative Arts Group
Presents
“Evolution”
An Exhibition of Artistic Works That Chronicle Individual Journeys
Of
Self-Discovery & Growth
Saturday 30th March 2019-Sunday 21st April 2019
Please join us for light refreshments on
Opening Night from 6pm ...
A number of youth leadership up-skilling opportunities are being offered by the Rotary Club of Warwick Sunrise, and are a great opportunity for any kids or young adults within the ...
3 UPCOMING GRANTS ON OFFER TO COMMUNITY GROUPS
This month we bring you a few possible funding opportunities for local not-for-profit groups that you may not have applied for, that may ...
15 March 2019
What’s happened?
Outdoor clothing and equipment retailer, Kathmandu reported on Wednesday that a third party had gained unauthorised access to its website.
A Kathmandu statement reveals that the unidentified party ...
A 2-day event in the bush on Githabul country, (the festival is located in Maryvale) celebrating and learning the truth about Aboriginal history. A family day on Saturday with food, ...
Get away from the drought for a moment, put in some time for you at the wellness weekend 'Craft n' Creations' which is offered to women working on farms or ...
Council is currently planning a major event for Youth Week for 13, 14 and 15 April 2019 which is an initiative of our Youth Council, and despite ongoing promotion of ...
Strengthening Rural Communities (Will open mid February)
The Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) program aims to give the thousands of small rural, regional and remote communities across Australia an opportunity to apply ...
Carbal Community Centre Warwick
67 Guy Street, Warwick. Phone 07 4548 9500
Day
Group
Monday
10.00 am start
67 Guy Street
· Women’s Group
Women only Group 16 + age group
Tuesday
11.00 am – 2.00 ...
Do you have a child aged 5-17 who lives in Queensland?
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Would your child like to participate in Sport?
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Are you a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card holder?
You can apply for ...
Have you experienced the loss of a loved one?
BLUE CARE GRIEF & LOSS PROGRAM
provides emotional, social and practical support in a structured small group program of two hours per week ...
Great Australian Bites
Celebrate Australia Day at Great Australian Bites with home-grown music legend Ash Grunwald.
Come together with family and friends in Warwick with free entry, pop-up food stalls serving local ...
What’s happened?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of a significant data breach affecting 773 million email addresses and usernames.
Titled ‘Collection #1’, the data breach was made public by ...
Water activities at Storm King Dam have been restricted in the interest of community safety due to current water levels.
Storm King Dam’s capacity is currently at 56% and Southern Downs ...
As the weather continues to heat up the SDRC thought it would be a great opportunity to share some ideas on how to help keep your gardens in tip, top ...
Carbal Community Reconciliation Choir which is open to all residents. Commences Wed 16th January. Full details on the flyer.
If you are, or know of anyone in the community whom would ...
This year the Stanthorpe Agricultural Society are bringing Monster Trucks to the Stanthorpe Show. Bring out the inner child in you as this is a feature for little kids and ...
Its on for young and old, with the arrival of the Steam Train as it rolls in from Warwick with the Town Crier to celebrate 150 Years of the Clifton ...
The bi-annual Showgirls event will be a COCKTAIL party this year. It will be held under the big white marquee in the main ring at the Stanthorpe Showgrounds. Please find ...
2019
SPANO’S SUPA IGA | STANTHORPE SHOW
FRI 1 – SUN 3
FEBRUARY
Come along and support your local show on Friday 1 February 2019 (local public holiday), Saturday 2 February and activities such ...
From the 1st of January 2019, //mysoutherndowns.com.au will be changing hands to a private operator, and things are only going to improve.
For those of you whom do not yet know, ...
21 November 2018
What’s happened?
Watch out for fake SMS text messages pretending to be from Medicare. These are phishing messages that encourage you to click through to a website ...
5 December 2018
What’s happened?
Online question-and-answer website Quora has been impacted by a security incident, with an unauthorised third party gaining access to the data of approximately 100 million users.
Quora is a ...
At the end November 23- 25 2018, when a host of Model T Ford's swing in to town for a special meet-up.
“Queensland Model T Owner's Club, are having a weekend ...
Admin Notice:
It is with great sadness, that we announce that GraniteNet Inc. has been dissolved as of the 6th November 2018 due to limited community support for our ongoing operations, ...
Community organisations will deliver hay bales to provide drought relief to farmers on the Southern Downs.
Rural Aid, Purple Dove, Stanthorpe Agricultural Society, and the Granite Belt Brewery will deliver hay ...
WARWICK RODEO NATIONAL APRA NATIONAL FINALS
In traditional country style, “Australia's Most Famous" rodeo and campdraft celebrates and epitomises the determination and skill of riders. It honours Warwick being home of ...
Stay Smart Online Week 2018
6.09 million Australians were hit by cybercrime last year.*
It is Stay Smart Online Week and you might have noticed things look a little different! We have ...
It's time to change your password again!
The shocking report comes as Facebook is in the grips of a major identity theft crisis in which criminals exploited a bug giving them ...
Skin cancer is often labelled Australia's national cancer but it is also described as the most preventable.
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, sun protective clothing, sun hats, sunglasses and sunscreen are the ...
Saddle up! The John Dee Warwick Rodeo Street Parade is returning on Saturday 27 October 2018
Warwick’s CBD will come alive with vibrant colours and community spirit as floats inspired by ...
The ATO will never threaten you with arrest if you don’t pay a debt immediately.
Call your financial institution immediately if you have given your bank or credit card details to ...
Welcome DG Reptiles to the Southern Downs region! As a newly established business in the district, we highly encourage locals to support local businesses and services such as DG Reptiles. ...
THE legacy of the Granite Belt's World War I soldiers will live on thanks to restorations on the Stanthorpe Soldiers Memorial.
Southern Downs Regional Council, supported by the Queensland Government and ...
Rotary, Zonta and Lions will be holding a Fundraising Friday night, September 21, to provide assistance to Queensland and NSW farmers affected by drought.
It will be held at the Exhibition ...
The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, started in 2012, is a global motorcycle fund-raising event to raise awareness of prostate cancer and male suicide prevention.
Stanthorpe locals got in on the cause in ...
THE story of a young Queenslander's brush with death after contracting a gruesome flesh-eating bug from a paper cut shocked the country this week but - but such cases are ...
A CONFIDENCE-boosting fashion show is set to be the centrepiece of this year's Disability Action Week.
The annual initiative runs from September 6-22 raising awareness for people living with disabilities.
Endeavour Foundation ...
GBWC - Granite Belt Wildlife Carers Inc.
Non-profit organisation · Stanthorpe, Queensland
GBWC Inc rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes sick, orphaned, displaced and
injured native animals in and around Stanthorpe. Rescue hotline 0418 144 073
One of ...
Granite Belt Neighbourhood Centre Stanthorpe invites expression of interest applications from applicants with qualifications, experience, background working in the Community Services Sector.
Applicants should possess:
Knowledge / understanding of Case Management ...
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 ...
What is Be Connected?
Be Connected is an Australia wide initiative empowering all Australians to thrive in a digital world. We have online learning resources as well as a Network of ...
Warwick, Southern Downs Area 22 – 28 October 2018 -
Indicative Rate * AU$5.00 to AU$120.00
In traditional country style, “Australia's Most Famous" rodeo and campdraft celebrates and epitomises the determination and ...
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 ...
Your support is requested!
GraniteNet is holding a street stall on the 30th August outside our store (159 High Street, Stanthorpe) to help raise funds to keep us open to the ...
Stanthorpe Library, in its current location, fulfils a number of roles for the community: • a friendly, comfortable and welcoming community place, generating a feeling of ownership on the part ...
Southern Downs Jobs Expo to be held at Kings Theatre, Warwick RSL from 3pm – 6pm on August 22
For more information please contact Council Economic Development and Tourism Unit at ...
Bony Mountain Festival 14th-19th September 2018
1107 Upper Wheatvale Rd
Bony Mountain
Warwick
A Celebration of everything Australian! Bush Bands-and celebrating the life & legacy of Slim Dusty. SEVERAL GREAT BANDS- Slim's family- Anne ...
FLOUTING rules about disposing of coals has almost ended in tragedy, after a waste station lit up this afternoon.
A Stanthorpe Waste Facility user ignored rules against putting hot coals in ...
Be connected is an Australian wide initiative empowering, all Australians to thrive in a digital world.
We have on-line learning resources as well as a Network of community partners –
GraniteNet is ...
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 ...
The festival will be held on Sunday, August 5th 2018 at Church Rd, The Truffle Discovery Centre at The Summit.
"Last winter every other state with a cold climate had truffle ...
Don’t give away too much about yourself
More and more quizzes, games and surveys are popping up on social media. They may seem harmless, but taking these quizzes might mean you ...
SDIEA is running a Certificate II in Engineering Pathways course starting 17th of July in Warwick. It is open to people living in the Southern Downs area, who are aged ...
Volunteering is a great way to contribute to your community. It provides a variety of benefits, including making new friends, sharing skills, getting job-ready and becoming a part of the local ...
Now that plastic bags are out you need something to carry your items in, make or buy some recycled bags. Rummage through the linen closets of family, friends, or clean ...
NAIDOC Week’s origins can be traced back to 1938. The origins of NAIDOC Week can be traced back to the Aboriginal rights movement. On Australia Day 1938, protestors marched through ...
If you take a look around, you start to realise that much of what we eat, drink, or use comes packaged in plastic – a material made from petroleum which ...
A friend of mine recently said to me; "If you cannot do something honestly, then perhaps you need to find another way".
Apparently the big VPN companies have not heard of ...
Stanthorpe, Southern Downs Area 15th June – 22nd July 2018
Free Entry
Located in the heart of the Granite Belt, the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery tempts you to experience quality exhibitions of ...
Andrew Williamson GraniteNet is in need of Hard drives - (Don't worry we secure format everything before we use it!) I can appreciate everyone wanting to protect their privacy, and many ...
The first Festival was in 2004. Since then the growth and appeal of the Festival has been remarkable. The number of trees “wrapped in art” has more than doubled. Many ...
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 ...
Volunteers are the backbone of all not- for- profit Organisations
Some of the benefits of volunteering are:
The Satisfaction of Helping Others:
Learning New Skills, Sharing your skills and teaching others. Learning the sense ...
BOOK YOUR SEATS NOW !!
Friday 13th July 2018
Open to ages 9 to 21
Special needs only! Autism, ADHA, ect
Blue Card Holder Supervised
ONLY 6 SEATS AVAILABLE
Entry at 5:30. Lock in from 6pm ...
SATURDAY 26TH AND SUNDAY 27TH OF MAY 2018
WARWICK 9:00 AM UNTIL 5:00 PM
Warwick Library, 49 Albion St, Warwick QLD 4370
The Standard Mental Health First Aid Course includes two ...
STANDARD MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID COURSE – STANTHORPE
MAY 19 @ 9:00 AM - MAY 20 @ 5:00 PM
19 May – 20 May, 9:00 to 17:00
Stanthorpe Training Centre Cnr Short & Conner Sts, Stanthorpe
The ...
There is a couple of lovely people at The Summit (Stanthorpe) area their names are Chris & Ian who dedicate their time to help the needy.
They have a corner on ...
Would like to thank EVERYONE who have brought in donations.
We are a Non-Profit Organisation
that provides a range of affordable computers for the disadvantaged in our community.
We provide INTERNET ACCESS, COMPUTERS ...
Pet Owners please be aware that there will be loud Acoustic Fireworks
approximately 2.30pm on Sunday 6th May, 2018 as well as at approximately 6.30pm
as part of the 3 Saints Celebrations!!
Please ...
Kent Saddlery is the family business of Lyle and Helen Kent. We are committed to supplying quality goods and service at a price that represents genuine value for money. ...
Anzac Day 25th April 2018.
On Wednesday 25 April, the Southern Downs will be commemorating Anzac Day with dawn services and commemoration services across the region:
ALLORA
5.30am: Dawn Service, War Memorial Gardens
7am: ...
While visiting Stanthorpe why not visit the Museum.
The Stanthorpe Museum comprises of several historical buildings full of unique collectables from the mining, grazing, transport, fruit, medical industries, as well as ...
The Southern Downs Heritage Festival celebrates the history of the Southern Downs as part of the National Trust Heritage Festival Queensland.
The theme this year is “My Culture, My Story”. Warwick was ...
15 March 2018
What’s happened?
The private information of millions of Facebook users across the globe has potentially been used to generate political advertising.
Political research firm Cambridge Analytica has been accused of ...
Southern Downs Industry Education Association Inc. offers people within the community a chance to upskill for either no cost, or minimal cost, depending on the course requirements. Check out these ...
Wild Life Workshop will be held
146 Glenlyon Drive Stanthorpe
Happy Valley Retreat
Time 9:am -4:pm
Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea provided.
We are privileged to have Dr Tim Portas to conduct a workshop ...
Kombis Cruise into Stanthorpe, Easter Weekend.
Friday, 30 March until Monday, 2 April.
100 Volkswagen Kombis are set to cruise into Stanthorpe, over Easter weekend for "Bus Stop 2018." In it’s ...
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 ...
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 ...
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? ...
APPLETHORPE
STATE SCHOOL
AUTOFEST
SHOW & SHINE
SWAP Meet
Sunday 11th February 2018 (9am-1pm)
At Applethorpe State School, New England Highway, Applethorpe
Featuring:
HOT RODS, STREET CARS and SPECIAL INTEREST vehicles
Market sites are open to anyone for ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
The Queensland Government is funding free courses for 2017 Year 12 Graduates.
This means fee free training for eligible students.
The Year 12 Fee Free courses available at QCWT are:
• FDF20111 Certificate II ...
THE NEXT APPLE & GRAPE
HARVEST FESTIVAL
WILL BE HELD FROM
23 FEBRUARY - 4 MARCH, 2018
MAIN WEEKEND 3 & 4 MARCH, 2018
FESTIVAL OPENING: TURNING ON THE LIGHTS, MARKET NIGHT & STREET EVENTS
...
Stanthorpe Ute Show Sunday 4th February 11am to 14pm.
Nominations close 11am. Judging 11:30, presentations approx 1:30.
Sunday is Free Entry in the gate to all competitors
Entry via gate 4 on Club ...
Why is our settler big? The Pikedale Soldier Settler Scheme was the biggest in Queensland, both in area, and number of men involved. It was one of the first, and ...
Launched at Cottonvale on November 10th 2017, the Soldier Settler Project will become a noted icon on the Granite Belt for all visitors to stop and see.
Much detail has been ...
Living in a rural community, we should all know that snakes are a normal part of everyday life. At least for those of us not in the middle of town, ...
Stanthorpe Australia Day, have a range of activities running throughout the day.
Starting at the Stanthorpe Pool.
Under-12s will need to be at the pool by 6.30am for a 7am start,
Pool opens ...
Buskers: you now have until 23 February to enter!
Buskers will play throughout the day in Stanthorpe’s main street
(from 9am - 3:30pm), for half-hour sessions.
Finalists perform in Weeroona ...
THE NEXT APPLE & GRAPE
HARVEST FESTIVAL
WILL BE HELD FROM
23 FEBRUARY - 4 MARCH, 2018
MAIN WEEKEND 3 & 4 MARCH, 2018
FESTIVAL OPENING: TURNING ON THE LIGHTS, MARKET NIGHT & STREET EVENTS
Friday, ...
Stanthorpe Hospital will have the bus there January --March 2018
It is important women have information to make informed decisions about their health. Weighing up the potential benefits and harms, will ...
Recover this New Year’s Day at Jester Hill Wines at the Granite Rockin’ Blues.
Whiskey Gully will be entertaining you all along with Cole Train.
Tickets are $25 each which includes ...
With Christmas just around the corner,
Time to set up the tree,
hang decorations and lights.
All the volunteers at Mysoutherndowns
and GraniteNet
would like to wish every one and their families a safe and ...
You are all invited to join the Civic Center for
"O Come Let us Adore Him"
The Combined Churches and Brass Band,
will entertain you with the
Choir at the Civic Centre
Come and join ...
Open day
You are invited to an open day on Saturday 9 December to introduce our new Villa Carramar facility to the people of Stanthorpe and surrounds.
Between 10.00am - 2.00pm you ...
Kids Korner Child Care has been helping local families and caring for young children for 25 years this December.
As part of this celebration, Kids Korner has recently had a new ...
Friday 1 December 2017
Apple releases security update for macOS High Sierra 10.13.1
Apple has just released a security update to its macOS High Sierra 10.13.1 operating system.
The update addresses ...
Christmas in Weeroona Park Stanthorpe.
For decades the Stanthorpe RSL Band, Granite Belt Choir and the Lions Club of Stanthorpe have gathered together at the band shell in Weeroona Park to ...
JINGLE BELL JAZZ December 3rd @ 12:00
Heritage Estate Wines
Time: 12 to 4pm
Featuring Jazzify with Teri Welles & friends.
Entry $20. Wine and food available.
Bookings preferred
T: 4685 ...
Join us as we travel the line stepping back in time.
Times shown on brochures are subject to approval of the relevant authorities and could differ on the day. Correct times ...
GraniteNet Inc. has a number of Volunteer positions presently vacant, and is in need of volunteers to fill them.
1. Be Connected - Assistive trainer(s) for the over 50's.
3 Positions are ...
Preventing skin cancer
Protect your skin
We are coming up to summer and that means sunburn.
For best protection, we recommend a combination of sun protection measures:
Slip on some sun-protective clothing that covers as ...
CAKE AND RAFFLE DAY
Thursday 21st December 2017
At 9am till 2pm.
GraniteNet will be having a cake stall
also selling tickets for a Christmas raffle.
The raffle consists of 4 different hampers
and a new Lenovo ...
Purple Dove Awareness Group and "Food is Free" corner has joined forces, there is many things to do,
Wednesday mornings 9.30 am to 12 noon, there is many things to do,....
1, ...
Stanthorpe Little Theatre Company presents... Shakespeare Under the Stars 201
Macbeth by William Shakespeare
Directed by Lee Williams & Christopher Desgrand
7:00pm each night
Sat 4th, Sun 5th, Sat 11th & Sun 12th November 2017
At ...
CABARET NIGHT ~ STANTHORPE RSL 4th November
In Support of Stanthorpe Local Cancer Support Group
Featuring Country Music Legend: James Blundell
Peter Salata, Linda Bischoff, Heather Herman and Annalisse
NOVEMBER 2017
Sat 4th Nov - Stanthorpe RSL, Stanthorpe QLD ...
Christmas Twilight Festival at Christmas Farm
Our Farm is holding its very own Christmas Twilight Festival on Saturday 2nd December!
Don’t miss this spectacular family fun night! From 5.30pm ...
The Granite Belt region hosts everything from small hobby plots to extremely large commercial operations being planted this year of over 10,000 trees,
Truffles are traditionally located underground with the use ...
Good life, food and company come along and enjoy our country hospitality, while you relax and breathe in fresh air.
Our farm stay accommodation offers you a comfortable, escape to the ...
GraniteNet have a Christmas raffle with a
Lenovo Intell Computer :Display 15 6" *CPU N3350*
*Ram 4GB* HDD 500GB* *Battery 3CEL*
*Windows 10 Home* *ALSO there is 4 food ...
Come along to this community-safe activity for families. Dress up in your best halloween costume. There will be games, activities, treats and lots of spooky fun.
Be there and have fun ...
There is a couple of lovely people at The Summit (Stanthorpe) area their names are Chris & Ian who dedicate their time to help the needy.
They have a corner called ...
Saturday 11 November 2017 (opening 3:00 PM)
Venue Stanthorpe Showground (Exhibition Bldg) High St Stanthorpe//www.stanagsociety.com.au
The 'where' is Stanthorpe, a small country town in South East Queensland.
The 'what' is based on the ...
The Australian Small Winemakers Show (ASWS) is held in Stanthorpe, 21st -28th October 2017 arguably Queensland’s most respected wine producing region.
The week long event was originally established in 1987 by ...
The Warwick Gold Cup is Australia's most prestigious campdraft and boasts total prize money exceeding AUD173000. Combine this level of competition, with adrenaline pumping Rodeo where you will see Australia's ...
This year’s Race Program includes 5 races featuring the Pacific Seeds Pursehouse Rural Clifton Cup. Sky Channel and Bookmakers are on field all day. Gates open 11am, just $10 entry ...
Enjoy a great family day out on Saturday October 28.
There will be over $3000 of prizes to be won. There will be five races featuring the Pacific Seeds Purse House ...
12 October 2017
New AFP traffic infringement scam
Fake emails claiming to be traffic infringement notices from the Australian Federal Police, contain a link to the notice that can steal ...
HEAVY HORSE DAY YANGAN OCTOBER 15th
Welcome to Mick Bradford’s Heavy Horse Day, an event to showcase farming equipment from the 1800’s and 1900’s in the days when the horse power ...
*PURPLE DOVE AWARENESS GROUP*
“ Food is Free”
The Purple Awareness is a non profit organisation who love helping the community and other organisations.
Their aim is to provide a community space ...
The Purple Dove Awareness is doing a wonderful job, helping the homeless. A machine that weaves the plastic bags, into a mat that can be used to sleep on.
Our next ...
GraniteNet Inc. (//mysoutherndowns.com.au) will be holding it's Annual General Meeting on the 10th October 2017 at 9:00am, 159 High Street, Stanthorpe.
(Next door to where the Regal Cafe was)
Membership fees are: ...
The weekend programme for Warwick starts differently this year with a Dyno session at the track on Friday evening. Saturday the traditional morning the street parade and static display ...
25 September 2017
Multifaceted email ransomware campaign currently underway
A new campaign is using multiple methods to try and trick you into downloading ransomware onto your computer.
The first method ...
12 September 2017
Beware of targeted e-Toll and AusPost malware emails
Numerous malware emails targeting e-Toll and AusPost customers are currently being circulated.
These scam emails use the same ‘View ...
31 August 2017
12.5 million Australian email accounts leaked online
The email addresses of 711 million people have been published online, and include those ...
Welcome 600 Cyclists to Stanthorpe with Ride CQ17
Next week we have approximately 600 riders arriving from all over SE Queensland. They are on a 9 day ride from Goondiwindi to ...
The Warwick Aero Club have sent through an invitation for a fly-in on 9th September 2017.
Wings Over Warwick Fly-in
Saturday 9th September – 8.00am to 2.00pm
Ample aircraft parking
Avgas
Food and drinks from ...
23 August 2017
New guidelines for creating strong passwords
The US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued new guidelines for password security ...
Following extensive renovations at the Corrundum street building, which are now completed. Community Development Services (CDS) will be moving back to their usual office at 8 Corundum St Stanthorpe as of ...
The Perfect Password
Following 'Bill Burrs' admission to what we should have as an ideal password, which was horribly wrong, we wanted to give readers the best possible solution to making ...
Sustainable House Day 2017
Open the door to sustainable living by touring some of Australia’s most environmentally progressive homes on show at Sustainable House Day, Sunday 17 September 2017. This unique ...
World Suicide Prevention Day
10 September 2017
The World Health Organization estimates that over 800,000 people die by suicide each year – that’s one person every 40 seconds. In Australia more than ...
20 July 2017
Apple releases security updates for multiple products.
Apple released security updates to address vulnerabilities in a number of their products including ...
GraniteNet would like to invite you to their celebration! We have new professional workstation desks, and will be announcing our upcoming training sessions schedule. See the image below for more ...
Snowflakes in Stanthorpe 2016
Stanthorpe is celebrating Winter 2016 with Snowflakes in Stanthorpe.
Friday Ist July 2016 will be the start of a 3 day event with the old cars in ...
Would like to Thank EVERYONE whom has brought in donations.
We are a Non-Profit Organisation
that provides a range of affordable computers for the disadvantaged in our community.
We provide INTERNET ACCESS, COMPUTERS ...
GraniteNet Inc. is offering FREE, ATO Certified, Tax Return help from 17th July. Please see this article for eligibility criteria Book now to secure your appointment!
To be eligible for tax ...
22 June 2017
Australians need to apply latest updates to protect from WanaCry ransomware: Alert Priority High
Stay Smart Online is urging Australian businesses ...
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19 May 2017
New ransomware-as-a-service targets Mac users: Alert Priority Moderate
Researchers at security firm Fortinet have reported discovering a portal that offers to create ...
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14 June 2017
Install Windows Updates now to avoid being exploited
Microsoft today released a monthly collection of security updates that address vulnerabilities ...
New Position Open - Community Development Services
Manager - Full time
Applications are invited for the newly created position of Manager at Community Development Services. This is a fulltime position for a ...
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19 May 2017
Beware of new malware targeting Microsoft Windows vulnerability: Alert Priority High
The Australian Government is aware of reports of malicious software (malware) ...
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14 May 2017
Beware ransomware. Keep safe by applying software updates and backing up offline and offsite regularly: Alert Priority High
A ransomware campaign ...
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24 April 2017
Fake ASIC emails targeting users: Alert Priority High
You are advised that scammers are continuing to target Australian Securities and Investments ...
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14 April 2017
Beware of fake myGov emails and SMS messages: Alert Priority High
You are advised that fake emails and SMS messages claiming ...
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6 April 2017
Apple iOS update prevents attackers targeting WiFi chips: Alert Priority High
Apple has released a security update for its iOS operating ...
If you are excited about getting the wireless NBN connected in the highlands of the granite-belt, don't be.... This apparent joke that is being played on the majoity of us, is ...
Latest news from Council website:
Council debt on road to recovery
Request for Tender 17/081 Design & Construction of Water and Waste Water Pipeline
SDRC 2016-17 Community Support Program open
...
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29 March 2017
Update Apple products to protect against breaches: Alert Priority High
Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in its widely ...
Latest news from Council website:
Southern Downs to welcome the Governor-General
Be Bold, Be Brave, Be You this Southern Downs Youth Week
New hatchery marks business confidence in the Southern ...
My Southern Downs Community portal has just created a complete funding guide for not for Profits, and you can find it here: //mysoutherndowns.com.au/not-for-profit-grants-and-fundraising-sources/
Find all the Queensland relevent grants, factsheets and other sources ...
Join us in the stunning Granite Belt region as we celebrate all things cold, in the coolest place in Queensland.
Day 1
Friday 30th June
We showcase the best of the Granite Belt ...
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9 March 2017
Mozilla releases security update: Alert Priority High
Mozilla has released an update to address security vulnerabilities in Firefox. You should apply ...
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Southern Downs community groups receive funding from Council's 2016-17 Community Grants Program.
Interruption to Traffic – Black Spot line-marking works ...
Jobs Queensland is developing a Queensland Tourism Workforce Plan aimed at
ensuring Queensland has a skilled workforce ready to support a growing and
thriving tourism industry.
Whatever your role in the tourism industry—we ...
Latest news from Council website:
Council engages legal representation, Potential action against GrainX
Southern Downs Planning Scheme – New area for intensive animal industry and special industry
Southern Downs Planning Scheme ...
Latest news from Council website:
Bullying claims refuted
The Southern Downs is filled with pride as Lions come to town
Night works on Wallace Street, Warwick - 2/3 February 2017
** ...
Make Australia Day your day!
Bush poetry, billy boiling, wood chopping, barbecues, games and entertainment are just a few of the activities planned for Australia Day on the Southern Downs.
Southern Downs ...
Stay connected with your Council.
This week: Stanthorpe Civic Centre works steaming ahead with revised program, Regional Arts Development Fund first funding round for the 2016/17 financial year and more!
Latest news from Council ...
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19 January 2017
Australian Government My Guide helps minimise your personal online security risk: Alert Priority Moderate
An increase in online scams and frauds reported to ...
Eastern Australia swelters under widespread heatwave conditions
Issued: Tuesday, 10 January 2017
Severe to extreme heatwave conditions are forecast to continue for eastern Australia for several days, with widespread temperatures in the low ...
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1. Applications invited for Regional Arts Development Fund - Round 1 - 2016-17
2. Waterski Qld State Championship Competition at Storm King Dam this weekend
** Applications invited ...
Start your 2017 the right way with a full color glossy photo wall Calendar!
Great for visitors to the Southern Downs region, Our 2017 fund-raising calendar has ample room to write, ...
The 15 per cent rate came after a long and drawn-out political fight, which ultimately saw a compromise deal between the Coalition and the Greens. From 1 January 2017, all ...
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19 December 2016
Apply Netgear updates to fix router vulnerability: Alert Priority High
Netgear is releasing firmware updates to address a severe vulnerability in routers ...
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Latest news from Council website:
Adoption of Temporary Local Planning Instrument 01/2016 (Amendment of the Flood hazard overlay)
TLPI commences Friday 6 January 2017
HR0522 Contracts ...
GraniteNet & it's Volunteers want to wish all of our site visitors and supporters a happy holiday season, be it Christmas with Family, a quiet social gathering or a non-religious celebration ...
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Latest news from Council website:
** Civic Centre completion date extended
** SDRC Christmas Closing Dates
** Santa to make time in his busy schedule to join Warwick’s Carols ...
Latest news from Council website:
HR0532 Environmental Coordinator
Closes: 5pm Friday 16 December 2016
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HR0522 Contracts Coordinator
Closes: 5pm Friday 2 December 2016
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HR0534 Development Asset Coordinator
Closes: 5pm Friday 16 December ...
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2 December 2016
Fake driving infringement notices in circulation: Alert Priority Moderate
Scammers are circulating emails that claim the recipient is being fined for ...
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29 November 2016
Beware of phone callers from scammers pretending to be from Centrelink: Alert Priority Moderate
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is ...
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Council weighs in on backpacker tax debate
Mt Marlay mountain bike trail gets ‘track-tion
Snakes are surfacing as Spring heats up warns Council
Latest news from ...
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18 November 2016
Be wary of online scams as the holiday season approaches: Alert Priority Moderate
Scam emails that claim to come from reputable ...
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28 October 2016
Blood Service donor records in data spill: Alert Priority Moderate
The Red Cross Blood Service (the Service) has advised that the registration ...
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Thunderstorms may affect Warwick, Stanthorpe and the Granite Belt today and tomorrow
Landholders are urged to be on the lookout for fireweed this season
New ...
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27 October 2016
Anti-malware product scam 'Hicurdismos' targeting Windows users: Alert Priority Moderate
You are advised to be wary of malicious software (malware) that pretends ...
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24 October 2016
Widely used Weebly has systems breached: Alert Priority Moderate
Weebly - a widely used service that enables businesses and individuals to create websites, ...
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19 October 2016
Ransomware scam being spread through fake AGL bill: Alert Priority Moderate
Fake electricity bills are being emailed in an attempt to spread ransomware, ...
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Community Information Sessions - Inland Rail Update
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Get Ready Week - What's your plan?
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Race Day Saturday 22nd October 2016
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Get Ready to Roll! Billycarts on the Border is gearing up for the next exciting, breath-taking, edge of your seat wacky races. So, find your wildest ...
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HR/0517 Water And Wastewater Overseer
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GraniteNet will hold it’s AGM on 24/10/16 8:30 am.
We welcome new members and volunteers.
Applications available 159 High St Stanthorpe 4681 4384.
We would love to hear from anyone that feels they ...
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Get Out Get Active - Special Screening of ...
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Council offers ways to help you get a ...
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Latest news from Council website:
War on wild dogs continues with roll-out of ...
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SDRC Councillors track performance and set sights on more community engagement
Councillors have reflected on Council's performance from April to July 2016
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19 August 2016
Users warned of fake Netflix email: Alert Priority High
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is warning ...
It’s
on for Young and Old this August, with ‘Seniors Month’ on the Southern
Downs offering up numerous events and activities right
across the region, in celebration of the contributions ...
The Stanthorpe Writers Group has partnered with Queensland Writers Centre to deliver the Amplified Author Writing Workshop at the Queensland College of Wine Tourism on the 9th April. The world ...
Volunteers Urgently Needed
GraniteNet NEEDS volunteers so we can continue to offer important learning opportunities for individuals in our community.
We are looking for dedicated individuals with any of the following skills, ...
