Archives: What was in the news 73 years ago
On this day 20 March, 1953:
A strong show of community support has led to the formation of a new race club in Ilfracombe, following...
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...
TRAVEL: Time to rediscover Kirra
There’s something about Kirra, from the pristine open beach to the laidback community vibe to the latest restaurant openings - it’s a popular seaside...
On This Day: International Day of Happiness!
Happiness on a personal level can make any day better and add great value to anyone’s life! But what if happiness was cherished and...
Barcy Ball delivers
The Barcaldine Ball has been hailed a major success after a strong turnout at the Barcaldine Racecourse on Saturday night, despite challenging weather conditions...
News in Brief
Limited access to Tree of Knowledge
Barcaldine Regional Council has limited public access to the architectural structure surrounding the Tree of Knowledge while essential...
Kernaghan concert at Jundah postponed
The Jundah Spirit of the Bush community concert featuring Australian country music legend Lee Kernaghan, scheduled for 27 March, has been postponed due to...
Happy 79th birthday ABC Western Queensland
I was doing Breakfast at ABC Western Queensland on 14 August 2002 when Federal Treasurer Peter Costello came in for an interview on what...
Letters to the Editor
FLOODS ARE PART OF PARADISE
Dear people of Longreach,
Floods are a bugger of a thing especially in your country however unlike a fire it does...
Floodwaters beginning to ease across region
Floodwaters are beginning to ease across Longreach following major flooding on the Thomson River, with large volumes of water still spread across the region...
On This Day: Global Recycling Day!
As planet Earth gives up billions of tonnes of its natural resources each year to support the humans who live on it, the health...
Land rent payments deferred for disaster hit landholders
The State Government is delivering further relief to disaster-affected landholders in communities like the Barcaldine Region, automatically deferring land rent payments for those recovering...
Heagney set for Central West stint
Group-winning hoop Michael Heagney is set for a Sunshine State homecoming and will give the Central West riding ranks a big boost in the...
