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The Glengallan Winter Markets went ahead on Sunday 12 June after being postponed a week due to wet weather. The weather was clear but chilly, perfect for locals to rug up and check out an array of stalls. Check out our photos from the day on page 12
Last Monday, Warwick resident Sarah Vidler was alerted to a truck incident on Wood Street after the driver suffered a medical episode while on the road. Sarah said she was at her mum’s place of work, Pies on Wood, when she heard a loud bang. Full story on page 3
Gym club needs a lift Warwick Gymnastics Club has been impacted by flooding events on countless occasions over the past few years and has requested financial assistance from council to ensure its viability. Full story on page 5
Time to get tough Southern Downs Mayor Vic Pennisi sent a letter on behalf of Southern Downs Regional Council (SDRC) to various people in positions of power asking for “an inquiry into the judicial system and the inadequate punishments imposed for drug, alcohol and other serious
offences”. The letter was sent to The Honourable Mark Ryan MP, Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services. The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Minister for Women and Minister for the
Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence, The Honourable Shannon Fentiman, and Member for Southern Downs, James Lister, were also included in the correspondence. SDRC moved a resolution at its Ordinary Council Meeting held on 25 May 2022 to write
a letter requesting an inquiry into the judicial system and the inadequate punishments imposed for drug, alcohol and other serious offences. Full story on page 4
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