Australia Day and VIP visitors
Thank you to everyone who joined one of our nine different Australia Day events across the region.
A big thanks also to the many community...
What is the difference?
When we have conversations about mental health, people might talk about seeing a psychologist or counsellor.
Maybe you've wondered what the difference is between...
Australia Day in Alpha
Alpha welcomed Ambassador Gerrard Gosens OAM to its Australia Day celebrations on Sunday, 26 January.
Blind from birth, the Australian Paralympic athlete said he...
$50m in Federal Government support for Rex
Embattled regional airline Rex will go up for sale again, as a debt lifeline paves the way for a second crack at finding a...
Archives: What was in the news 71 years ago
ON THIS DAY
29 January 1954
Railway line washout halts trains
Heavy rain last week washed out two miles and 24 chains of railway track on the...
Landmarks illuminate purple and blue for feeding tube awareness
More than 120 landmarks are illuminating purple and blue across Australia and New Zealand for Feeding Tube Awareness Week (FTAW), 2-8 February 2025.
FTAW...
Community Events Billboard
WEEKLY
Sunshine Physio and Pilates - Sundays
After a long hiatus, pilates will be starting back at Ilfracombe. Same great location, same great flow......
Tambo’s Transport Museum opens
Descendants from some of Tambo’s transport industry families were on hand to cut the ribbon and accept replica plaques at the official opening of...
News in Brief
BACK TO SCHOOL
Students from around the Central West had their first day of school for 2025 on Tuesday, 28, January, including Longreach State School...
On This Day: National Hot Chocolate Day!
Made with creamy milk and yummy cocoa, this sugary sweet treat is delicious when enjoyed by itself, or can be a great basic recipe...
Roo attacks Gemfields man
A reclusive Willows man suffered horrific injuries, including having his neck slashed and arm sliced open to the bone in an unprovoked attack by...
Aus Day run boosts mental health support
The Australia Day 10km Fun Run was more than just a race.
Hosted by the Blackall-Tambo Regional Council, the event was a celebration of community...
Heading south for the winter
Tourism Tasmania has launched the 2026 iteration of its award-winning Off Season campaign, showcasing more than 500 bookable offers and events, and inviting Australians...
