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Sing into the festive spirit

Longreach is gearing up for a festive extravaganza when the 'Not So Silent Night' Community Carols take place on 30 […]

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Barcy groups receive funds Eight groups in the Barcaldine Regional Council area have made successful applications to the Gambling Community Benefit Fund Queensland. Groups who will...
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