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Young country star releases new debut EP

Tannum Sands local Mackenzie May is quickly becoming country music’s rising star as she gears up for the release of her first EP, All...

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

WEEKLY 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...

Young country star releases new debut EP

Tannum Sands local Mackenzie May is quickly becoming country music’s rising star as she gears up for the release of her first EP, All...

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