Shooting the messenger doesn’t change the message
In the final days of the federal election campaign, Peter Dutton’s decision to lash out at the media was not just desperate, it was...
Littleproud set for three more years in opposition
Nationals Leader David Littleproud is staring down another three years in opposition, despite reclaiming his seat of Maranoa.
With Saturday’s federal election results becoming clear,...
Archives: What was in the news 72 years ago
ON THIS DAY
1 May 1953
Fire averted at Isisford Hospital thanks to quick community response
The Isisford Hospital narrowly avoided major damage on Monday morning after...
Emma brings wool industry knowledge to new role
Emma Foster-Geering, Senior Manager of Sustainability at R.M.Williams has been announced as the latest member of the Sheep Sustainability Framework (SSF) Sustainability Steering Group.
A...
Barcy set for weekend of festivities
Barcaldine is preparing to welcome hundreds of visitors this weekend for one of Outback Queensland’s most anticipated events, the Tree of Knowledge Festival.
Held annually...
Busy time on Longreach Bowls Club greens
Competition games last week started with a Mixed Pairs match played before the normal Sunday afternoon timeslot.
Longreach Bowls Club goes above and beyond...
Strong support for Diggers’ Cup
The Longreach Jockey Club’s annual Diggers’ Cup meeting last Saturday blended competitive racing with heartfelt community spirit, as locals gathered to honour service and...
End of an era as Tatts sold
Winton business has lost a stalwart with the announcement of the sale of the popular Tattersalls Hotel.
Paul Neilsen has sold the hotel, bakery and...
News In Brief
Council community forums
Longreach Regional Council is holding community forums in towns throughout the region throughout the month of May.
Venues include:
- Longreach Town Library, 7...
Murphy’s Law in action
We had a long term consequence of our rodent visitors last year.
Apparently they had a good chew on the hoses of our washing machines,...
Littleproud has fight on his hands
MP David Littleproud is facing seven contenders for the seat of Maranoa in the 2025 federal election – and it's a fight he says...
Uncertainty over Athletics Club’s future
For 40 years, the Longreach Athletics Club has been a fixture at the Longreach State High School oval, hosting training sessions and local carnivals,...
Devils run riot in Winton
The Devils downed the Alpha Brumbies at Winton’s Eric Lenton Memorial Sports Ground on Saturday, with the hosts securing an important 28-10 win.
The victory...
