Archives: What was in the news 75 years ago
ON THIS DAY
17 March 1950
Two Longreach shearers, Ted Oates and Tom Faulkner, pioneered a daring and unconventional method of flood navigation.
Facing impassable roads, the...
News in Brief
Vandalism, thefts at Tambo
Blackall-Tambo Regional Council advises that there has been vandalism to public toilets and theft of hose fittings recently in Tambo.
Council asks...
A drain warning
Here’s a cautionary tale every parent should hear. A word of warning about children playing near drains and causeways.
On Monday, 3 March, Kane...
Dinosaur centre’s $800 for Jessamine Place
Australian Age of Dinosaurs staff made a presentation to the Jessamine Place Committee of over $800 last week - the result of collecting cans...
$50 million committed to flood-affected areas
The Federal and State governments have committed to disaster recovery packages of more than $50 million to support North, Far North and Central West...
Highlighting the sheep industry
The 2025 Leading Sheep 'Why Wool?"Forum will be held in Longreach on Thursday, 27 March, highlighting the positives and opportunities in the wool industry.
Leading...
Banksia Award recognises Oliver’s dedication
Catherine Oliver has been recognised for her dedication and service to Girl Guiding, receiving the prestigious Banksia Award from Girl Guides Queensland.
The Banksia Award...
Representing our region
The CEO and I are in Brisbane this week for the LGAQs Civic Leaders Summit.
The summit brings together mayors, councillors, CEOs and key stakeholders...
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Sunshine Physio and Pilates - Sundays
After a long hiatus, pilates will be starting back at Ilfracombe. Same great location, same great flow......
FoodWorks Longreach wins national award
FoodWorks Longreach has been recognised on a national stage, winning the 2024 Most Outstanding Community Initiative award at the AUR FoodWorks Conference late last...
Strong numbers at Industry Roundtable
Last month’s GroWQ Industry Roundtable brought together industry leaders, service providers, and local producers for a dynamic day of knowledge-sharing and networking in Western...
Batter up and enjoy some pancakes
Did you batter up (or butter up) and have a flippin’ good time on Pancake Day?
The history of Pancake Day in Longreach is...
Archives: What was in the news 75 years ago
ON THIS DAY
17 March 1950
Two Longreach shearers, Ted Oates and Tom Faulkner, pioneered a daring and unconventional method of flood navigation.
Facing impassable roads, the...
