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    What’s been happening in the Southern Downs & Granite Belt

    Extended Family Camping Weekend at Gordon Country

    Rediscover ‘That Holiday Feeling’ on a camping trip to the Southern Downs

    July 10, 2025
    There’s nothing quite like a camping holiday in nature to help you slow down, recharge, and reconnect with the important things in life – and in Queensland’s Southern Downs & Granite Belt, nature is at its very best.
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    Hiking in Girraween National Park

    A first-timer’s guide to the Southern Downs and Granite Belt

    July 9, 2025
    Planning your first trip to the Southern Downs & Granite Belt promises a journey into one of Queensland’s most charming regions.
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    Kelpie in a dog-sized dressing gown asleep on a dog bed at Alure Stanthorpe

    Pet-friendly holidays in the Southern Downs and Granite Belt

    February 11, 2025
    Looking for somewhere to stay where you can bring your four legged friends? We've put together a list of places where you can take your pets on holidays.
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    6 Places to Fall in Love this Valentine’s Day

    January 23, 2025
    Forget clichéd chocolates and rose petals—this Valentine’s Day, let romance take you on an adventure. Whether you’ve just swiped right or you’re celebrating decades of love, the Southern Downs and Granite Belt is ready to play Cupid with breathtaking locations and unforgettable experiences.
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    2025 events you can’t miss in the Southern Downs and Granite Belt

    January 14, 2025
    Mark your calendar for an unforgettable 2025 in the Southern Downs and Granite Belt! Here's a sneak peek at the top events you won't want to miss!
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    Snow in Stanthorpe by @shaneandersenphotography

    QLD’s Cold Country

    November 25, 2024
    QLD's Cold Country is the perfect place for a winter celebration. Winter temperatures in some parts of the Southern Downs regularly fall below zero and Stanthorpe is the long term record holder for the lowest Queensland temperature ever seen on a thermometer. That was −10.6 °C on 23 June 1961. When the mercury is that low, you can lose yourself in the crackle and dance of lovely log fires, cuddles are snugglier, roast dinners and hot baths are pretty much compulsory, the coffee tastes better, and you might even get to build a snowman.
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    Celebrate Spring on the Southern Downs

    September 23, 2024
    Every Spring the Southern Downs and Granite Belt bursts to life with blooming flowers, colourful wildlife and exciting events celebrated across the season.
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    Morgan Park Raceway Race Events

    Start Your Engines: Motorsport Events in the Southern Downs

    August 28, 2024
    Welcome to Warwick, the horsepower capital of Australia! The Southern Downs region is set to roar to life in 2024 with a jam-packed calendar of motorsport events that will satisfy even the most dedicated racing fans.
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    Rugged Countryside in Sundown National Park

    Rev Up Your Weekend: Ultimate 4WD Adventures in the Southern Downs

    August 28, 2024
    The Southern Downs region is a haven for four-wheel drive (4WD) enthusiasts and motocross lovers, offering a diverse range of tracks that cater to both beginners and seasoned adventurers. Whether you're seeking the thrill of rugged terrain or the beauty of untouched wilderness, our region has something for everyone.
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    Man and woman on the Mount Norman Trail in Girraween National Park

    A Local’s Guide to Girraween National Park

    August 12, 2024
    Nestled in the heart of the Granite Belt, Girraween National Park is a must-visit destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers. Whether you're looking to conquer a challenging hike or simply soak in the serene beauty of the landscape, Girraween offers an unforgettable experience worth lacing your boots for.
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    5 great ways to celebrate the 2024 Labour Day long weekend

    April 24, 2024
    Our region is simply extraordinary in autumn. Warm days are followed by crisp cool nights, and the landscape is splashed with the clarets and golds of deciduous trees preparing for winter. As if that isn’t enough, here are more great reasons to spend time with us this long weekend.
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    5 reasons you ought to visit us this autumn

    April 22, 2024
    It’s easy to fall in love with the romantic hues of Autumn on the Southern Downs and Granite Belt.
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