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Advice: Web conferencing security
- View online 2 April 2020 In light of COVID-19, many businesses and individuals are now turning to web conferencing systems, like Zoom, Skype, Google Hangouts, GoToMeeting and Cisco WebEx to ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Widespread reports of COVID-19 malicious scams being sent to Australians
- 27 March 2020 What’s happened? The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of a significant increase in Australians being targeted with COVID-19 related scams and phishing emails. In the last three months, ...
Alert Priority HIGH: COVID-19 scam messages targeting Australians
- View online 16 March 2020 What’s happened? ASD’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of a COVID-19 themed scam being distributed via text message. We understand the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)’s ...
Alert Priority MODERATE: Cyber security is essential when preparing for COVID-19
- View online 13 March 2020 What’s happened? Businesses around the country are looking at ways to protect their staff and vulnerable members of the community from the COVID-19 pandemic. Instructing their staff to ...
Christmas Kids - Activities for the kids this Christmas!
- 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. ...
Fashion for Farmers - 14 & 15 December 2019 | Maryvale
- “Fashion for the Farmers” Community event to be held at the Maryvale community hall on 14 & 15 December 2019, from 10am – ...
Free information session on December 16 for businesses and community groups | Profile ID Tool
- 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
- 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 – ...
Support options for Artisan Food & Beverage Producers | Grants & Funding
- 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 ...
Warwick Historical talk | 14th March 2020 | Save the Date
- 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
- 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
- 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 ...
Free support counseling at Granite Belt Neighbourhood Centre with Jo Yuile.
- 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 GRANT ROUND APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN | closes 29 Nov 2019
- 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
- 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
- "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.
- 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 ...
Traditional Fire Burn Presentation | 21 November 2019 | Tenterfield
- 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 ...
#F2F | Farmer to Lifeline Farmer Service | Don’t let the drought beat you. Reach out and talk!
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Cybercriminals targeting unpatched versions of Windows to take control of users’ computers
- 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 ...
Do your washing for FREE at the Laundromat on Nov 23
- 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 ...
Tourism Recovery Workshops | 5th Nov - Southern Downs Regional Council | MEDIA RELEASE | 30th October 2019
- 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 ...
Carbal Community Day Family Disco | Nov 9th
- Carbal are holding a FREE family BBQ “Rainbow Disco” with DJ Krazy Kevin, to be held on November 9th in ...
Art Journaling Workshop | 18 November 2019
- 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 | New Mental Health case coordination service for children and young people up to age 25
- 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 ...
Children's Leadership Weekend 23rd - 24th November | Stanthorpe
- 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 | 19 Nov 2019 | Brekkie @ Belle Vue Cafe
- 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 ...
FREE Meat Industry Work Readiness Program | Warwick | 9 - 13 Dec 2019
- 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 ...
CBA's Granite Belt Summit |12 November 2019 | QCWT | JObs - Economics - Cyber Security - Support for our Community
- 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 Friday 1st Nov. | Stanthorpe Art Gallery
- 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 | Freestone Hall on November 27th 2019
- 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 ...
OCT-29 Byo & Refill Your Pod FREE Hosted by Granite Belt Drought Assist
- 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 ...
FREE SUICIDE COMMUNITY WORKSHOP | GLEN APLIN | 1 - 5pm Saturday 9 Nov
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Widespread Emotet malicious software targeting businesses and individuals
- 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 ...
FW: ENTRIES NOW OPEN 2020 Stanthorpe Art Prize $50,000 IN PRIZES
- 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 ...
Rotary Spooky Walk | 31 October 2019
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Scam text messages targeting Australia Post customers
- 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 ...
Granite Belt Water Relief - For locals off reticulated supply, solely dependant on tank water and in need of assistance!
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Users of older versions of Windows urged to update their software immediately
- 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 ...
Alert Priority MODERATE: Watch out for myGov tax scams
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: ‘Agent Smith’ malware infects 25 million Android devices globally
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Beware of scam emails threatening to reveal intimate images
- 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 ...
🎨Stanthorpe Art News🎨 | LAP IT UP Local Art Prize | Entries now open
- 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 ...
Mental Health Workshop - Warwick | 18 June 2019
- 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 ...
Council is seeking feedback on community values and knowledge of our local water resources. | Survey
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Update Windows platforms to protect yourself from a security threat
- 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 ...
Lifeline Darling Downs | Community Connections Program
- 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 ...
Alert Priority MODERATE: Phone scammers impersonating the Australian Cyber Security Centre
- 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 ...
Register now for FREE Sport & Recreation - Technology & Communication Workshop | 21 May 2019 | RSVP by 16th May
- 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: ...
Road to Hope Forums | Stanthorpe 23 May & Warwick 24 May 2019
- 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 | Warwick | Wellbeing
- 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 ...
Clothes Swap | Warwick Baptist Hall on May 25th
- 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 ...
No Big Surprise to locals, as Water Restrictions remain..
- 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 ...
Snowflakes in Stanthorpe 2019 | Request for Volunteers
- 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 ...
Seniors Health and Lifestyle Expo | May 30, 2019 | Warwick.
- 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 ...
Strong Not Tough – Adult Resilience program by BUSHkids Program | May 14 2019
- 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 - Mallow Wellbeing | FREE | 9th May to 27th June 2019
- Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course (Mindfulness Meditation) in Stanthorpe with Mallow Wellbeing, please see the attached flyer below for all details on the ...
SDRC Media Release: Council to consider Queensland Treasury Corporation's financial report on de-amalgamation
- 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! | Come & Try Day | 5 May 2019 at WIRAC Badminton Courts | Warwick
- 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? Warwick Artists Group Weekend Workshop | 8/9th June 2019
- 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 | Stanthorpe | 8 May 2019 - FREE - Relaxing way to learn about mental wellbeing and resillience for you, your family and friends.
- 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 ...
DEADLY THINKING | Indigenous community workshop | 14 May 2019 | Warwick
- 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 ...
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ASIST Training - 24th to 26th June 2019
- 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.
- 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? ...
Need help with accessing or using MyGov services?
- 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 ...
NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE - Peace Walk & Candlelight Vigil - Warwick - 1st May 2019
- 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 ...
Australian Modernism, Fuguration, Abstraction & Cultural Identity | Art Lecture
- 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 ...
Ever wanted to learn Silversmithing? Well now you can, with a local workshop!
- 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 Downs and West Moreton region.
- 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 - Family guide to online safety | Do you know what your kids are seeing, doing or watching? Combat Cyber bullying and more!
- 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 ...
Get your LEGO® on this Easter with the Young Engineers Holiday Workshops!
- 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 ...
Creative Workshop for Young Carers - Saturday 13th April 2019 - Stanthorpe
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Fake Paypal emails request ‘account details’
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Fake CIA emails requesting Bitcoin payment or arrest
- 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 - Calendar of events being held in the region.
- 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 ...
DO YOU USE A BICYCLE OR MOTOR SCOOTER?
- 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. ...
FREE Family Carer Course for persons with Dementia and their families.
- 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 ...
If you have a family member suffering from substance abuse, consider the FREE Breakthrough for Families workshop.
- 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 ...
FREE outdoor adventure-based workshops and experiences for Women of the Southern Downs
- 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 Exhibition 30th March, Stanthorpe Art Gallery
- 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 ...
Opportunities for young people offered by Rotary Club of Warwick Sunrise
- 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 x Current grants on offer to community groups..
- 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 ...
Alert Priority MODERATE: Kathmandu customer data breach
- 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 ...
Celebrate the upcoming Bunya Festival family day, learn the truth about Aboriginal history in the region. March 30th
- 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, ...
Craft n' Creations - Wellness Weekend for women in rural areas who need a bit of 'me' time..
- 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 urgently seeking support for youth based events for Youth Week 2019
- 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 ...
New "Strengthening Rural Communities" Grants available to support local Not-for-profits.
- 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 Weekly Events Warwick
- 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 between 5-17 who loves sports? Get your FREE $150 voucher today!
- Do you have a child aged 5-17 who lives in Queensland? **** Would your child like to participate in Sport? **** 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 may be able to help..
- 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 ...
Celebrate Australia Day at Great Australian Bites - 2019 Region Events
- 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 ...
773 million email accounts worldwide affected by Collection #1 breach
- 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 ...
Southern Downs Regional Council restricts recreational activities at Storm King Dam
- 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 ...
Council Waterwise Workshops - Keep your garden alive in this crippling drought.
- 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 is calling for members of the community to SING!
- 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 ...
Bring out your inner child, with Monster Trucks!
- 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 ...
Clifton Railway Station Celebrates 150 years! | SATURDAY 9th MARCH 2019
- 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 ...
2019 ShowGirls ~ Cocktails on the Green
- 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 Stanthorpe Show - FRI 1 – SUN 3 February
- 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 ...
My Southern Downs Website Change of Hands
- 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, ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Beware of fake SMS messages pretending to be from Medicare
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: Data breach of public Q&A forum website Quora
- 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 ...
Merry Christmas
- From every one here to every one out there, We wish you all a very Merry Christmas. Have a wonderful safe, happy prosperous ...
Vintage Model T Ford Cars in Stanthorpe November 23rd 2018
- 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 ...
Important Notice to Community Group Editors & Blog Owners
- 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, ...
Hay Bales for Farmers in Drought 2018
- 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 ...
Johnny Cash Country Festival Saturday, 3 November 2018
- Johnny Cash Country Festival 2018 The outstanding success of Stanthorpe’s 2017 Johnny Cash Country Festival confirmed ...
WARWICK RODEO NATIONAL APRA NATIONAL FINALS AND WARWICK GOLD CUP CAMPDRAFT 22ND OCTOBER 2018
- 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
- 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 ...
The Amiens Legacy Centre Sunday 11th November 2018
- Date(s) - 11/11/2018 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Location Amiens Legacy Centre Cnr Amiens Rd and Goldfields Rds Amiens, Qld, 4380 ...
50 Million Facebook accounts hacked on 28th September - Change your password NOW!
- 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 ...
Fact and Stats about Skin Cancer in Australia
- 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 Saturday 27 October 9:00am
- 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 ...
Be aware of requests to make tax payments via unusual methods
- 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! Do you need a snake catcher? ~ Southern Downs Region ~ 0458 491 123
- 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. ...
Restorations on the Stanthorpe World War I Soldiers Memorial 2018
- 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 ...
Fundraiser to aid Farmers in NSW and Queensland September 21st
- 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 ...
Bikers suit up for Distinguished Spectacle September 30th 8am
- 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 ...
A Gruesome Flesh-Eating Bug
- 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 for Disability Action Week 2018
- 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 ...
MONSTER MARKET SEPTEMBER 2018 15TH 7AM – 1PM
- 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 ...
Stanthorpe Gardenfest & Trade Fair 2018 October 12th 13th
- The NUMBER ONE Gardening Event on the Southern Downs & Granite Belt. Free Admission - Light Refreshments Available. Exhibitors Include - Plant displays & sales, Trade displays, Landscaping supplies, Craft sales, something ...
Expression of Interest
- 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 ...
Southern Downs Community to share ideas on $1M in funding at Drought Relief Forums
- The community is being called upon to put forward its ideas on how $1 million in Federal Government funding is best spent to benefit the Southern Downs in the face ...
GraniteNet Inc, your local Be Connected Technology Training Hub
- 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 Rodeo National APRA National Finals and Warwick Gold Cup Campdraft 2018
- 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 ...
The Stanthorpe boys who altered History
- AN IMPORTANT and often overshadowed battle of World War II is set to be remembered 76 years on. Stanthorpe's strong and proud connection to the Battle of Milne Bay is set ...
Help show your support, GraniteNet is holding a Street Stall to raise funds... 30th August
- 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 2018
- 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 2018 - Connect with employers & explore career opportunities.
- 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 ...
A FABULOUS FULL WEEKEND. FEATURING SOME OF AUSTRALIA'S FINEST BANDS 14-19 September 2018
- 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 ...
Stanthorpe dump goes up in Flames
- 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 for every Australian online
- 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 ...
Huge New Festival Coming to the Granite Belt 5th August 2018
- 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 online..
- 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 ...
BUSHkids Golf Day and Dinner | 26 August 2018 | Warwick
- It’s time to get a team together and have a fun day on the golf course and complete the day with a lovely evening meal at the Golf Club with ...
FREE Certificate II in Engineering Pathways course offered by SDIEA, starting 17th of July in Warwick.
- 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 ...
Got 30 minutes spare each week? Volunteer Today!
- 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 ...
Boomerang Bags at The Summit Hall on Granite Belt Drive. 2018
- 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 ...
BECAUSE OF HER, WE CAN! 8-15 July, 2018
- 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 ...
Hazards for our Marine Life.
- 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 ...
Do you really need a VPN, and why scaremongering is being used by mass media advertising.
- 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 Art Prize 15th June-22nd July 2018
- 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 ...
WANTED Old Computer Parts 2018
- 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 ...
Warwick Jumpers & Jazz Festival 19th to 29th July 2018
- 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 ...
37 Million Bees Found Dead After Planting Large GMO Corn Field
- Millions of bees dropped dead after GMO corn was planted few weeks ago in Ontario, Canada. The local bee keeper, Dave Schuit who produces honey in Elmwood lost about 37 ...
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
- 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 ...
GraniteNet is Having a GAMES NIGHT Friday 13th July 2018
- 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 ...
FIRST AID COURSE FOR MENTAL HEALTH WARWICK MAY 2018
- 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 2018
- 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 ...
PURPLE DOVE’S AWARENESS GROUP
- 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 ...
THANK YOU TO THE PUBLIC
- 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 ...
Attention Pet Owners 6th May 2018
- 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 STANTHORPE 2018
- 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. ...
Southern Downs to commemorate Anzac Day 2018
- 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: ...
Stanthorpe Museum 2018
- 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 ...
Southern Downs Heritage Festival April 20th-April 29th 2018
- 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 ...
All Facebook Users Advised to check their Privacy Settings, And Facebook's Privacy Policy
- 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 ...
SDIEA Upskilling Opportunities - you may qualify for FREE training!
- 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 ...
WILDLIFE WORK SHOP 21st APRIL 2018
- 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. 2018
- 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 ...
Truffles found at Stanthorpe 2018
- TRUFFLE DISCOVERY CENTRE LOCATION: 335 Church ...
Stanthorpe Antiques and Collectables Fair
- Stanthorpe Antiques and Collectables Fair Exhibition Centre, Stanthorpe Showgrounds, High Street, Stanthorpe, Qld Saturday Sunday April 14th, 15th 2018 9:00 am - 4:00 am Stanthorpe Antiques and Collectables fair is a 3 day event being ...
Kombis Cruise into Stanthorpe March 2018
- 100 Volkswagen Kombis in Stanthorpe for Easter In its 12th year, Kombi Club Australia’s annual Bus Stop brings Kombi enthusiasts together in a different location across Australia every Easter. Stanthorpe’s Top ...
That Dam Ride 25th February 2018
- 25 February at 5:00–12:00 Storm King Dam Eukey Rd, Stanthorpe, Queensland 4380 Sick of riding on the esplanade on the Gold Coast? Sick of the smog in Brisbane? Too humid on the Sunny Coast? ...
APPLETHORPE STATE SCHOOL AUTOFEST SHOW & SHINE
- 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
- 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 ...
BORDER POST Friday, June 1st 1928 No 3
- REFLECTIONS OF A SOLDIER SETTLER N0 3 The immediate objective of the writer of these articles is, to cause the growers to use their imagination and picture for themselves the conditions ...
THANKS FOR DONATIONS
- GraniteNet would like to Thank EVERYONE ...
REFLECTIONS OF A SOLDIER SETTLER NO2
- May 25 1928 NO2 Before I proceed to pass on the “first principals” of horticulture to the interested reader, it may be opportune to give the reasons for this series of ...
REFLECTIONS OF A SOLDIER SETTLER No 1
- Border Post Friday, May 18th 1928 REFLECTIONS OF A SOLDIER SETTLER No 1 ...
USQ- at QCWT Stanthorpe is at Queensland College of Wine Tourism.
- 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 ...
More on the Apple and Grape
- 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 February 2018
- 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 ...
The Soldier Settler Project Complete
- 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 ...
The Soldier Settler Project
- 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 ...
Snakes and hot humid weather - local awareness.
- 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, ...
Australia Day in Stanthorpe 26th January 2018
- 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: 23rd February 2018
- 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 ...
Stanthorpe Apple and Grape Show 2018
- 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, ...
BREAST SCREEN Stanthorpe
- 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 ...
Granite Rockin' Blues 1st January 2018
- 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 ...
Christmas 2017
- 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 ...
Christmas Carols December 17th 7pm
- 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 ...
Stanthorpe to Get New Aged care Villa 9-12-17
- 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 Celebrates 25 years 2017
- 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 ...
Apple releases security update for macOS High Sierra 10.13.1 - addresses a serious security vulnerability
- 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 is a Magical time. Friday 8th December 2017
- 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 PM-4:00 PM
- 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 ...
All aboard with these trip options!
- 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 ...
Volunteer Positions Vacant - Opportunities
- 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
- 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
- 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 ...
100 yrs Celebration Egg Throwing November 2017
- Centenary Re-enactment of Egg Throwing Incident Saturday 18 November 2017 LOCATION: ...
PURPLE DOVE AWARENESS GROUP 2017
- 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 Macbeth
- 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 ...
James Blundell Stanthorpe 2017 4th November
- 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 ...
GRANITE BELT CHRISTMAS SHOP 2017
- 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 ...
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE
- SERVICES--Youth Support--Community Development Service--- Family Services---Social Work Services---Emergency Relief---Legal Services--- DVAC---Financial Counselling---Community Resource Libary---Drug Arm. Address =8 Corundum Street Stanthorpe 4380 Ph: (07)4681 3777 FAX: (07)4681 1927 Email: admin@comminityds.org.au Open 9.am-- 4.00pm Monday to Friday Office closed ...
THE GRANITE BELT HAVE FOUND TRUFFLES 2017
- 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 ...
HAPPY PIG FARM ACCOMMODATION
- 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 CHRISTMAS RAFFLE 2017
- 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 ...
SPOOKY WALK 31st October 2017
- 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 ...
PURPLE DOVE'S AWARENESS GROUP
- 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 ...
JOHNNY CASH FESTIVAL NOVEMBER 11th 2017
- 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 ...
AUSTRALIAN SMALL WINEMAKERS SHOW 2017
- 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 ...
WARWICK CAMPDRAFT & RODEO OCTOBER 2017
- 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 ...
CLIFTON CUP RACEDAY
- 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 ...
Clifton CUP RACE DAY
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH - New AFP traffic infringement scam
- 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 ...
YAGAN HEAVY HORSE
- 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 "FOOD IS FREE"
- *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 ...
Purple Dove Awareness Group
- 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 ...
Help make a difference! - GraniteNet Inc AGM 2017
- 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: ...
Warwick VW Weekend 1st October 2017
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH - Be on the lookout for new ransomware email scams
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH - Beware of targeted e-Toll and AusPost malware emails
- 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 ...
Alert Priority MEDIUM: 12.5 million Australian email accounts leaked online
- 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 to 600 Cyclists to Stanthorpe with Ride CQ17
- 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 ...
Wings Over Warwick Fly-In 9th September 2017
- 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 ...
Alert Priority HIGH: New guidelines for creating strong passwords
- 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 ...
Community Development Services (CDS) moving back home..
- 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
- 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 - 17 September 2017
- 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
- 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 ...
Increase in online credit card fraud: Alert Priority high
- 3 August 2017 Increase in online credit card fraud: Alert Priority high Online credit card fraud increased significantly in 2016 with criminals netting $417.6 million, ...
Apple releases security updates: Alert Priority High
- 20 July 2017 Apple releases security updates for multiple products. Apple released security updates to address vulnerabilities in a number of their products including ...
New wave of Telstra technical support scams: Alert Priority High
- 26 June 2017 New wave of Telstra technical support scams: Alert Priority High We have received reports of a new wave of technical support ...
Fake Australia Post and AGL emails used to spread ransomware
- View online 18 August 2016 Fake AGL and Australia Post emails used to spread ransomware: Alert Priority High CERT Australia is warning that ...
ANZ Bank warns of hoax SMS that attempts to scam customers
- View online 15 August 2016 ANZ Bank warns of hoax SMS that attempts to scam customers: Alert Priority High The ANZ Bank has ...
GraniteBelt Wildlife Carers Monster Market - SATURDAY 10th Sept
- For more information please click on link on pdf below. ...
You are cordially invited!
- 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 ...
Celebrating Snowflakes in Stanthorpe 2016, A Great Weekend Planned!
- 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 ...
Thank you for all donations
- 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 ...
ATO Tax Help - 2017
- 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 ...
Australians need to apply latest updates to protect from WanaCry ransomware: Alert Priority High
- 22 June 2017 Australians need to apply latest updates to protect from WanaCry ransomware: Alert Priority High Stay Smart Online is urging Australian businesses ...
New ransomware-as-a-service targets Mac users: Alert Priority Moderate
- View online 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 ...
Install Windows Updates now to avoid being exploited: Alert Priority High
- View online 14 June 2017 Install Windows Updates now to avoid being exploited Microsoft today released a monthly collection of security updates that address vulnerabilities ...
Manager - Full time Position - Stanthorpe
- 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 ...
Beware of new malware targeting Microsoft Windows vulnerability
- View online 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) ...
Beware ransomware. Keep safe by applying software updates and backing up offline and offsite regularly
- View online 14 May 2017 Beware ransomware. Keep safe by applying software updates and backing up offline and offsite regularly: Alert Priority High A ransomware campaign ...
Fake ASIC emails targeting users
- View online 24 April 2017 Fake ASIC emails targeting users: Alert Priority High You are advised that scammers are continuing to target Australian Securities and Investments ...
Beware of fake myGov emails and SMS messages
- View online 14 April 2017 Beware of fake myGov emails and SMS messages: Alert Priority High You are advised that fake emails and SMS messages claiming ...
Apple iOS update prevents attackers targeting WiFi chips
- View online 6 April 2017 Apple iOS update prevents attackers targeting WiFi chips: Alert Priority High Apple has released a security update for its iOS operating ...
Is the NBN all it's cracked up to be, or is it the joke we all fell for?
- 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 03/22/2017
- 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 ...
Update Apple products to protect against breaches
- View online 29 March 2017 Update Apple products to protect against breaches: Alert Priority High Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in its widely ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 03/17/2017
- 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 ...
A FREE Guide to Not-For-Profit Grants and Funding
- 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 ...
What's on at Snowflakes this year?
- 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 ...
Mozilla releases security update
- View online 9 March 2017 Mozilla releases security update: Alert Priority High Mozilla has released an update to address security vulnerabilities in Firefox. You should apply ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 03/09/2017
- Stay connected with your Council - Latest news from Council website: Southern Downs community groups receive funding from Council's 2016-17 Community Grants Program. Interruption to Traffic – Black Spot line-marking works ...
Queensland Tourism industry workforce & Apprenticeships and Traineeships forum—23rd Feb 2017
- 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 ...
Beware of fake myGov email
- View online 13 February 2017 Beware of fake myGov email: Alert Priority High You are advised to delete a fake email that claims to be from ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 02/16/2017
- 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 02/02/2017
- 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!
- 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 01/13/2017
- 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 ...
Australian Government My Guide helps minimise your personal online security risk
- View online 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 ...
ALERT - Severe to Extreme heatwave conditions weather alert for Darling Downs & GraniteBelt.
- 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 01/06/2017
- Stay connected with your Council. 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 with a full color glossy photo wall Calendar!
- 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, ...
BACKPACKER TAX comes into effect 1st January 2017
- 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 ...
Apply Netgear updates to fix router vulnerability
- View online 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 12/22/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. 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 ...
Happy Holidays to one and all!
- 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 12/08/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 12/01/2016
- Latest news from Council website: HR0532 Environmental Coordinator Closes: 5pm Friday 16 December 2016 Read on » HR0522 Contracts Coordinator Closes: 5pm Friday 2 December 2016 Read on » HR0534 Development Asset Coordinator Closes: 5pm Friday 16 December ...
Fake driving infringement notices in circulation
- View online 2 December 2016 Fake driving infringement notices in circulation: Alert Priority Moderate Scammers are circulating emails that claim the recipient is being fined for ...
Beware of phone calls from scammers claiming to be from Centrelink
- View online 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 23/11/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. 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 ...
Be wary of online scams as the holiday season approaches
- View online 18 November 2016 Be wary of online scams as the holiday season approaches: Alert Priority Moderate Scam emails that claim to come from reputable ...
Be wary of fake mobile apps in the leadup to Christmas
- View online 8 November 2016 Be wary of fake mobile apps in the lead up to Christmas: Alert Priority Moderate You are reminded to be wary when ...
Blood Service donor records in data spill
- View online 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 10/27/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. 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 ...
Anti-malware product scam ‘Hicurdismos’ targeting Windows users
- View online 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 ...
Widely used Weebly has systems breached
- View online 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, ...
Ransomware scam being spread through fake emails
- View online 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, ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 10/13/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. View this email in your browser Dear Andrew, here is your weekly Council news update. Latest news from Council website: Community Information Sessions - Inland Rail Update Community Information ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 10/06/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. View this email in your browser Dear Andrew, here is your weekly Council news update. Latest news from Council website: Get Ready Week - What's your plan? Get Ready ...
Billycarts on the Border
- Race Day Saturday 22nd October 2016 //billycartsontheborder.com/ 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 09/29/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. View this email in your browser Dear Andrew, here is your weekly Council news update. Latest news from Council website: HR/0517 Water And Wastewater Overseer HR/0517 Water And Wastewater ...
GraniteNet AGM 2016
- 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 ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 09/22/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. View this email in your browser Dear Andrew, here is your weekly Council news update. Latest news from Council website: Get Out Get Active - Special Screening of ...
Mozilla and Apple provide updates to address security flaws
- View online 21 September 2016 Mozilla and Apple provide updates to address security flaws: Alert Priority High Mozilla and Apple have released ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 09/15/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. View this email in your browser Dear Andrew, here is your weekly Council news update. Latest news from Council website: Council offers ways to help you get a ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 09/05/2016
- Stay connected with your Council. View this email in your browser Dear Andrew, here is your weekly Council news update. Latest news from Council website: War on wild dogs continues with roll-out of ...
Apple protects desktop OS and web browser with new patches
- View online 5 September 2016 Apple protects desktop OS and web browser with new patches: Alert Priority High Apple has issued security ...
SDRC Council Weekly News - for 09/01/2016
- Latest news from Council website: SDRC Councillors track performance and set sights on more community engagement Councillors have reflected on Council's performance from April to July 2016 Read on » Public Notice: ...
Change your Dropbox password following breach
- View online 2 September 2016 Change your Dropbox password following breach: Alert Priority Moderate People who signed up to popular file hosting ...
Google releases update to secure Chrome
- View online 2 September 2016 Google releases update to secure Chrome: Alert Priority High Google has issued a new release of the ...
Users warned of fake Netflix email
- View online 19 August 2016 Users warned of fake Netflix email: Alert Priority High The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is warning ...
Apple releases update to secure iOS
- View online 26 August 2016 Apple releases update to secure iOS: Alert Priority High Apple has released a security update to protect users ...
SDRC Media Release - Seniors expos feature this Seniors Month: It's on for Young and Old!
- 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 ...
Creative Writing Workshop
- 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
- 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, ...
