Man dead in Blackall helicopter crash
Police will prepare a report for the Coroner following a fatal aviation incident near Blackall on Monday, 20 April.
A police spokesperson said emergency services...
Crisafulli calling for action on Taroom Trough
As oil exploration continues in the Taroom Trough, Queensland Premier David Crisafulli is calling on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to back the project.
It is...
QMines secures $15 million QIC investment to fast-track Mt Chalmers development
Queensland mining company QMines Limited has locked in a $15 million strategic investment from the Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC), in a move set to...
Date for Rockynats 07 locked in
Rockynats 07 has been locked in for 2-4 April 2027, with Rockhampton’s flagship automotive festival already building momentum after another record-breaking year.
Delivered in partnership...
Helicopter crash at Blackall
Police and emergency services are presently at the scene of a helicopter crash outside of Blackall.
The incident occurred around 9.30am today just off Tumbar...
Archives: What was in the news 73 years ago
ON THIS DAY
17 April 1953
The prospect of establishing a permanent High School Top at Longreach State School once hinged on strong support from local...
News in Brief
Barcy groups receive funds
Eight groups in the Barcaldine Regional Council area have made successful applications to the Gambling Community Benefit Fund Queensland.
Groups who will...
Stepping up for Autism awareness
Longreach mum Karissa Gesler will walk 7000 steps a day next month as part of Walk for Autism.
Walk for Autism is a national campaign...
Community Events
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Social Tennis
Grab your racquet (or borrow one) and join the Longreach Tennis Club for a hit every Tuesday. Come down for some...
RideWest set to roll
With just a little more than a week to go, RideWest riders are preparing to roll out of Brisbane for Longreach as the major...
On This Day: International Bat Appreciation Day!
Bats have a terrible reputation among people because they’re often seen as frightening bloodsuckers that spread disease. However, scientists say this is largely a...
New firefighting vehicle for Yaraka
The State Government has strengthened Yaraka’s firefighting capabilities with the delivery of a new Ford Ranger Light Attack vehicle for the local Rural Fire...
Man dead in Blackall helicopter crash
Police will prepare a report for the Coroner following a fatal aviation incident near Blackall on Monday, 20 April.
A police spokesperson said emergency services...
