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Consultation opens on biosecurity regulation

Industry and community are invited to have their say on the future of the Biosecurity Regulation 2016 as part of a comprehensive ‘sunset review’,...

Beef corridors works underway

Construction has started on two priority projects under the Queensland Beef Corridors Program, with another to commence in May. Jointly funded by the...

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A Longreach aviation first

Lee brings Outback spirit

Anzac Day across the Central West

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Sport

Hail to the Chief: Luai confirms PNG move

Jarome Luai will be the face of Papua New Guinea's NRL team after confirming he will leave Wests Tigers to take up a tax-free...

Seagulls fire before bye

Longreach junior Ben Farr delivered another standout performance for the Wynnum Manly Seagulls, scoring a try in his side’s 40–16 win over the Western...

Sandgoannas set for Magpies showdown

All roads lead to Barcaldine this Sunday at 6pm, with the Sandgoannas set to host the Blackall Magpies in a marquee clash during the...

Dogs’ inconsistency bites again

Kurt Mann’s call for consistency has come into sharp focus after the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs slumped to arguably their worst performance of the season last...

Diggers Cup a success

The Longreach Jockey Club’s annual Diggers Cup meeting delivered a fitting blend of racing and remembrance on Saturday, with the community coming together to...

Tigers ready for date with Devils

Longreach/Ilfracombe Tigers return to action this weekend, travelling to Winton on Saturday to take on the Devils at Eric Lenton Memorial Sports Ground from...

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Ag In Brief

Rural Aid launches Tax Appeal to support farmers under pressure Australian farmers are facing mounting pressure as drought, fires, floods and rising costs continue to...

Ag In Brief

A-EU FTA negotiations must rectify punitive access Australia’s red meat industry has issued its clearest message yet on the pending endgame of the Australia-European Union...

New grant to build skills and strengthen future workforce

AgriFutures Australia has opened applications for its new People and Capability Program, investing up to $200,000 to help our levied and emerging industries address...

Tackling life head-on

You are either in or you’re out with life. There are no half measures. It’s the same with farming, especially when you start down the...

Drums and their end point

Was travelling back through NSW last month and came across this drumMUSTER collection site. It certainly took me back to those years or decades...

Farmers and families urged to stay safe on quad bikes

The ACCC has launched a quad bike safety awareness campaign in regional Australia warning that older male farmers remain the group most at risk...

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Special Anzac Day at Longreach

Hundreds of people attended Anzac Day commemorations at Longreach on Friday, 25 April, including Albert and Nez Santos and their children Frankie and Cooper. About...

News in Brief

Disaster Dashboard upgrade Blackall-Tambo Regional Council is pleased to share a recent upgrade to the region’s Disaster Dashboard. Alongside current road reports and an interactive map,...

New mobile veterinary clinic rolls out across Central West

A new mobile veterinary service is set to hit the road across the Central West, bringing essential animal care directly to regional communities, properties...

Peloton closes in on Longreach

RideWest riders are set to arrive in Longreach on Friday, marking the end of an eight-day journey across Queensland in support of mental health...

On This Day: National Space Day!

What could be more fascinating than space? Endless, ever-expanding, filled with stars, suns, planets and countless mysteries – no matter how long we live,...

Pullen Pullen reserve receives clean up funds

The Gregory Electorate has been grateful to receive a grant of $99,306 for flood recovery on the Pullen Pullen Special Wildlife Reserve in the...

Seller disclosure laws improving buyer protection, not driving gazumping

Queensland’s new seller disclosure laws are not responsible for gazumping or failed property deals, Queensland Law Society (QLS) says, as sellers continue to adjust...

Funding will transform Hall of Fame

The State Government has committed $1 million to strengthen the future of Outback tourism, backing a new attraction set to benefit Longreach for decades...

Tributes flow for pilot

Tributes are flowing for pilot Brian Philp, who lost his life in a helicopter crash at Pretty Plains Station, south of Jericho, on Monday,...

Junior judging workshop set for Muttaburra

Young livestock enthusiasts from across the Central West have the opportunity to develop their skills this week, with the Bev Rea Cattle Junior Judging...

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