11 things that really, really need to change in Warwick

WARWICK is a great place to live, work and play, but what can make it an even better community? Here are 10 things you think need to change.

1. More for our kids

"(Warwick needs) more things for teenagers to do so they're not out on the streets smoking drugs ruining their lives before it begins." - Jesika Ryan

2. A new skate park

"It needs upgrading to be made more family friendly!! There is already a skate park here and it's outdated." - Lauren New Batterham 

3. A decent nightclub

"Preferably for people over 30, with a few topless barmaids and barmen lol lockout 1 am. ... hot food available all night, reasonably priced liquor and reasonably priced cabs to get you home." - Elizabeth Naughton

4. No more rate rises

"No more increases in rates--- just so hard these days to keep up with. We have one of the highest rates in Qld." - Diana Johns

More patience is needed on Warwick's roads.
More patience is needed on Warwick's roads. Warren Lynam

5. More patient motorists

"The fact that drivers are too impatient to wait for the pedestrians crossing on the GREEN CROSS SYMBOL at the lights and nearly hit people." - Taylah Harris 

6. Better hygiene

"Clean public toilets and no stainless steel toilets they are gross." - Lynda Thompson

7. River fountain

"Bring back the fountain in the river as you drive into town." - Darryl Evans

8. More job opportunities

"More employment to the town . It's a good town but be good to to be able to find a job." - Greg Ryan 

9. Cheaper fuel

"Cheaper fuel. Where is the cheapest diesel in Warwick today? In Stanthorpe it's 102.9c/l" - Ben Beverley

Residents want a Kmart in Warwick.
Residents want a Kmart in Warwick. {JOY BUTLER}

10. A Kmart already

"Put a Kmart in here that will boost the employment." - Patrick Lyons 

11. Better attitudes

"Negative attitudes is about the only thing I can think of!" - Dianna Smith



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