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New Year’s First Baby

Longreach welcomed its first baby this year on January 6, when little Maddison Grace was born to local residents Shelley […]

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Australia Day across the Longreach Region

Australia Day celebrations across the region were marked by strong community turnout and widespread support for award recipients, with ceremonies held in Yaraka, Isisford,...

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$100 boost for school Families coming

Every primary-school-aged child across Queensland’s state, catholic and independent schools will receive a $100 credit to help ease costs for families. The Queensland Government's Back...

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Barcaldine community celebrated

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Another win for Wade

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Locals honoured in Blackall and Tambo

Australia Day ceremonies were held in both Blackall and Tambo on Monday, 26 January, with community celebrations recognising volunteers, young achievers and long-serving contributors...

Celebrations in Muttaburra

It was a great Australia Day celebration at the Muttaburra Golf Club this year with many locals heading along to enjoy the day together. Barcaldine...

Flynn MP to have crack at Nationals leadership

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More flood levee and floodway upgrades announced for western Queensland

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