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International travel into Queensland is back, after quarantine requirements for fully-vaccinated people were relaxed from 1 am on Saturday 22 January. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk made the announcement on Wednesday 19 January, stating the decision was made due to the state being expected to reach the much-anticipated landmark of 90 per cent full vaccination. The state sat at 89.2 per cent full vaccination on Monday 24 January. “It’s a time for families to reunite,” Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said at the 19 January press conference. STORY PAGE 6
The Australia Day Awards recipients have been announced, celebrating outstanding community contributions. The awards, bestowed by Southern Downs Regional Council, recognise seven of the region’s most dedicated and deserving community members including Citizen of the Year Award – Southern Region: Frances Hodgson. Read more on page 4
Cricket great at festival Former Australian cricketer Greg Ritchie will MC the Apple and Grape Gala Ball on Friday 4 March. Ritchie was born in the area and said his family has a long history living in the Southern Downs. “It’s a great thrill, a real honour to be asked,” Ritchie said. “It’s a wonderful weekend - part of what’s been a lot of history.” STORY PAGE 8
Vax clinics back second, and booster doses as well as vaccinations for children aged 5-11 years old. The clinics will be accepting walk-ins only. DDH Acting Executive Lead, Health Emergency Operation Centre, Michelle Forrest said that getting vaccinated, or your booster shot if you are due, is the best way to protect yourself,
your family, friends, and the community from Covid-19. “It’s a good time for children to be vaccinated before school returns. “Being fully vaccinated is a good way to slow the spread of the virus in Queensland.” A clinic will be held in Warwick Town Hall
from Thursday 27 January to Sunday 30 January. The clinic on Thursday will run from 11 am to 6 pm, while the clinic on Friday and Saturday will run from 8 am to 6 pm. The clinic on Sunday will run from 8 am to 4 pm. STORY PAGE 5
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Vaccination clinics are returning to the Southern Downs. After stating that no clinics were confirmed early last week, Darling Downs Health (DDH) has now confirmed vaccination clinics will be run in Warwick and Stanthorpe starting this week. The Pfizer-only clinics will provide first,