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Residents across the Southern Downs have been urged to remain vigilant in water management despite an encouraging rainy start to the year.
Southern Downs Regional Council has warned residents the 120L per person, per day water restrictions will remain for as long as the region is drought-declared.
An SDRC spokeswoman said several drought assistance initiatives are still available, with many to set up stalls at upcoming agricultural shows for easier access.
“As a result of consultative meetings with the agencies involved in drought support in the region, (SDRC) in collaboration with a number of local drought will host a stall at the Stanthorpe Show, the Allora Show, and the Warwick Show,” they said.
NEW YEAR RODEO Perhaps the favourite new year tradition in town is the annual Warwick Show and Rodeo Border Buckle series which is back this year. Along with the thrills and spills in the arena will be jumping castles, face painting, fireworks and live entertainment.
WHEN: Gates open at 4pm
WHERE: Warwick Showgrounds
HORSE AND JOCKEY CELEBRATIONS This Warwick pub is putting on one unmissable night just in time to celebrate new dancing COVID-19 legislation. DJ Nibbsy will be laying down some beats. The theme of the event is Hawaiian, so get out your leis and go.
WHEN: 9pm until late