Southern Downs Regional Council

07/09/2026

A fresh new courtyard is coming to the Warwick Art Gallery! 🌿

Works have started on the Warwick Art Gallery courtyard as part of council's wider Warwick Beautification project. The new space will feature paving and construction upgrades and a variety of next generation, drought tolerant plants, creating a quieter, more contemplative visitor experience.

Take a look at the artist's impression on-site to see the vision for this revitalised space. Thank you for your patience while we bring these improvements to life.

06/09/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping, go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Nundubbermere to Glen Aplin - fire as at 3:42pm Sunday, 6 September 2026

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Nundubbermere, Glen Aplin and surrounding areas

Thick smoke is affecting Nundubbermere, Glen Aplin and surrounding areas. This is from a large fire burning near Mount Sterling Road and Winkler Road.

Fire crews are currently on scene. This fire could burn for days. Protect yourself from the impacts of smoke.

What you should do:

- If the smoke is thick where you are, stay inside and close windows and doors.

- If you need medication to help you breathe keep it close.

- If you are worried about your health call your doctor or 13 HEALTH (13 432 584). If it is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) now.

- If you are affected by the smoke you may need to leave the area.

- Check for warning updates often.

- Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.

Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke could make it hard for some people to breathe and can cause health issues.

- Some roads may be closed or impacted by smoke. It could be hard to see. You may need to drive a different way.

More information:

- For all fire warnings, visit the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow Queensland Fire Department on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/qldfiredepartment.

- For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website. https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/ or call 13 19 40.

- For local information visit your Council’s Local Disaster Dashboard.

- If you need translation, call TIS National on 131 450.

- Learn how to get ready for a bushfire on the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/prepare/bushfires - Prepare - Bushfire.

Updates will be issued if the situation changes.

This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.For all current warnings, updates and mapping, go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Nundubbermere to Glen Aplin - fire as at 3:42pm Sunday, 6 September 2026

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Nundubbermere, Glen Aplin and surrounding areas

Thick smoke is affecting Nundubbermere, Glen Aplin and surrounding areas. This is from a large fire burning near Mount Sterling Road and Winkler Road.

Fire crews are currently on scene. This fire could burn for days. Protect yourself from the impacts of smoke.

What you should do:

- If the smoke is thick where you are, stay inside and close windows and doors.

- If you need medication to help you breathe keep it close.

- If you are worried about your health call your doctor or 13 HEALTH (13 432 584). If it is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) now.

- If you are affected by the smoke you may need to leave the area.

- Check for warning updates often.

- Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.

Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke could make it hard for some people to breathe and can cause health issues.

- Some roads may be closed or impacted by smoke. It could be hard to see. You may need to drive a different way.

More information:

- For all fire warnings, visit the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow Queensland Fire Department on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/qldfiredepartment.

- For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website. https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/ or call 13 19 40.

- For local information visit your Council’s Local Disaster Dashboard.

- If you need translation, call TIS National on 131 450.

- Learn how to get ready for a bushfire on the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/prepare/bushfires - Prepare - Bushfire.

Updates will be issued if the situation changes.

This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping, go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Nundubbermere to Glen Aplin - fire as at 3:42pm Sunday, 6 September 2026

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Nundubbermere, Glen Aplin and surrounding areas

Thick smoke is affecting Nundubbermere, Glen Aplin and surrounding areas. This is from a large fire burning near Mount Sterling Road and Winkler Road.

Fire crews are currently on scene. This fire could burn for days. Protect yourself from the impacts of smoke.

What you should do:

- If the smoke is thick where you are, stay inside and close windows and doors.

- If you need medication to help you breathe keep it close.

- If you are worried about your health call your doctor or 13 HEALTH (13 432 584). If it is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) now.

- If you are affected by the smoke you may need to leave the area.

- Check for warning updates often.

- Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.

Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke could make it hard for some people to breathe and can cause health issues.

- Some roads may be closed or impacted by smoke. It could be hard to see. You may need to drive a different way.

More information:

- For all fire warnings, visit the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow Queensland Fire Department on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/qldfiredepartment.

- For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website. https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/ or call 13 19 40.

- For local information visit your Council’s Local Disaster Dashboard.

- If you need translation, call TIS National on 131 450.

- Learn how to get ready for a bushfire on the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/prepare/bushfires - Prepare - Bushfire.

Updates will be issued if the situation changes.

This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.

03/09/2026

AG PLASTIC PILOT DELIVERS STRONG RESULTS // Southern Downs growers are leading the way in agricultural recycling, with a local plastics recycling pilot already delivering up to an 80% improvement in irrigation drip tape collection efficiency.

By helping farmers turn used irrigation tape into compact, transport-ready coils, the initiative is reducing waste, keeping valuable materials out of landfill and supporting a more sustainable future for our region.

The agricultural plastic recycling pilot is being delivered in collaboration with RMCG and the Granite Belt Growers Association and is proudly supported by the Queensland Government.

Visit sdrc.qld.gov.au/IrrigationRecyclingPilot for more information.

Read the full media release at sdrc.qld.gov.au/AgPlasticPilot.

03/09/2026

LOCAL STUDENTS TAKE ROOT IN CONSERVATION EFFORT // From classroom learning to hands-on conservation, Dalveen State School students are helping protect one of the region's rarest tree species. With only 350 Dalveen blue box trees remaining in the wild, students are now caring for saplings while learning about this eucalyptus species found nowhere else on Earth. Together with local conservation groups and Council, they’re playing an important role in securing the future of this unique Southern Downs treasure. 💚🌳

For more information, visit sdrc.qld.gov.au/DalveenBlueBox.

03/09/2026

📍PLANNED INTERRUPTION TO WATER SUPPLY // Canning Street, Warwick & surrounding streets

Please note that there is currently scheduled isolation works affecting water supply at properties on Canning Street, Denham Street, Mary Street, Pratten Street & Edward Street, Warwick.

During this time, residents should take care around water heating systems and other water appliances.

Local residents may experience some pressure fluctuations and slight water discolouration once supply is back online. However, this will disappear after the water has run through the tap for a short while.

Council thanks the community for its cooperation and patience.

For more information:
📞1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372)
📲 MySDRC

02/09/2026

📍EMERGENCY WATER SHUTDOWN // Law Road, Rose Vale, Rose Lea & Rose Bud Court, Warwick.

Please note that there is currently an emergency water shutdown affecting properties on Law Road, Rose Vale, Rose Lea & Rose Bud Court, Warwick. Water supply is expected to be restored by 12.30pm.

During this time, residents should take care around water heating systems and other water appliances.

Local residents may experience some pressure fluctuations and slight water discolouration once supply is back online. However, this will disappear after the water has run through the tap for a short while.

Council thanks the community for its cooperation and patience.

For more information:
📞1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372)
📲 MySDRC

01/09/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping, go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Warwick - fire as at 12:37pm Tuesday, 1 September 2026
Warning level: ADVICE
Warning area: Warwick and surrounding areas

Thick smoke is affecting Warwick and surrounding areas. This is from a fire burning on Warwick Killarney Road.

Fire crews are currently on scene. Protect yourself from the impacts of smoke.

What you should do:
- If the smoke is thick where you are, stay inside and close windows and doors.
- If you need medication to help you breathe keep it close.
- If you are worried about your health call your doctor or 13 HEALTH (13 432 584). If it is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) now.
- If you are affected by the smoke you may need to leave the area.
- Check for warning updates often.
- Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.

Impacts:
- No properties are at risk.
- Smoke could make it hard for some people to breathe and can cause health issues.
- Some roads may be closed or impacted by smoke. It could be hard to see. You may need to drive a different way.

More information:
- For all fire warnings, visit the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.
- Follow Queensland Fire Department on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/qldfiredepartment.
- For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website. https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/ or call 13 19 40.
- For local information visit your Council’s Local Disaster Dashboard.
- If you need translation, call TIS National on 131 450.
- Learn how to get ready for a bushfire on the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/prepare/bushfires - Prepare - Bushfire.

Updates will be issued if the situation changes.
This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping, go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Warwick - fire as at 12:37pm Tuesday, 1 September 2026

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Warwick and surrounding areas

Thick smoke is affecting Warwick and surrounding areas. This is from a fire burning on Warwick Killarney Road.

Fire crews are currently on scene. Protect yourself from the impacts of smoke.

What you should do:

- If the smoke is thick where you are, stay inside and close windows and doors.
- If you need medication to help you breathe keep it close.
- If you are worried about your health call your doctor or 13 HEALTH (13 432 584). If it is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) now.
- If you are affected by the smoke you may need to leave the area.
- Check for warning updates often.
- Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.

Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.
- Smoke could make it hard for some people to breathe and can cause health issues.
- Some roads may be closed or impacted by smoke. It could be hard to see. You may need to drive a different way.

More information:

- For all fire warnings, visit the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.
- Follow Queensland Fire Department on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/qldfiredepartment.
- For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website. https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/ or call 13 19 40.
- For local information visit your Council’s Local Disaster Dashboard.
- If you need translation, call TIS National on 131 450.
- Learn how to get ready for a bushfire on the Qld Fire website. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/prepare/bushfires - Prepare - Bushfire.

Updates will be issued if the situation changes.

This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.

31/08/2026

Spring is here, and so are the vibrant wattle blooms! 🏵️ Today is Wattle Day, and the timing couldn’t be better as the region's landscapes are painted in golden hues, including the rare Acacia pubifolia (Wyberba wattle). Warwick Town Hall, SDRC Stanthorpe Administration Building and the London Plane Trees in Weeroona Park and the Farley St Piazza will all light up yellow to celebrate the day.

If you love wildflowers and wattle, here’s where to find them across the Southern Downs and Granite Belt:
🏵️Join the Stanthorpe Rare Wildflower Consortium for Wildflower Walks in Girraween National Park.
🏵️Explore Girraween, meaning 'place of flowers,' which comes alive every spring with spectacular wildflower displays that splash colour across the national park.
🏵️Experience bud bursts in early spring as they appear across the grapevines in Granite Belt Wine Country.
🏵️Take in the golden wattles lining our highways and country lanes all over the Southern Downs.

For more ways to explore your own backyard, visit Council’s tourism page, Southern Downs and Granite Belt or website: southerndownsandgranitebelt.com.au

31/08/2026

🎨 Have a creative project in mind but not sure where to start?

Join our upcoming RADF Grant Workshops and learn how to turn your ideas into funded projects. Facilitated by experienced grant writer and arts consultant Olivia Everitt, these free workshops will help you build confidence in project planning and grant writing.

📅 Project Planning for Creatives, 9 September | 1pm to 4pm | Stanthorpe Library
📅 Grant Writing for the Arts, 10 September | 9am to 12pm | Warwick Library

✅ Learn how to develop strong project plans
✅ Understand what funders are looking for
✅ Discover current grant opportunities
✅ Gain practical tools and templates

📧 RSVP to [email protected] by 11:59pm, Friday 4 September 2026



The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Southern Downs Regional Council to support local arts and culture in Queensland.

31/08/2026

🐮 Bolt is looking for greener pastures!

Meet Bolt, a young Angus steer who'll be heading under the hammer at the Warwick Saleyards on Tuesday 8 September. He's ready for his next adventure and is on the lookout for a good new home.

If you've got the paddock (and the fences!) for Bolt, keep an eye out for him at Tuesday's sales.