Subscribe, for facts sake
On World News Day (28 September) we are reminded of a truth that cannot be ignored and this is that facts matter.
In an era...
$4.5m locust control package for Western Queensland
Primary producers across Western Queensland will benefit from a $4.5 million boost from the Crisafulli Government to curb locust numbers before they cause further...
The latest council news
I’d like to start by thanking Deputy Mayor Leonie Nunn for filling in for me as Acting Mayor while I enjoyed some time off...
News in Brief
New member of First 5 Forever family
Another bookworm has been welcomed to the First 5 Forever family at Blackall-Tambo Regional Council library.
A little Golden...
Community Events
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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......
Entertainment adds spark to Cup
While the Homestead Agribusiness Longreach Cup will draw plenty of attention on the track this Saturday, the Longreach Jockey Club has ensured there will...
Archives: What was in the news 73 years ago
ON THIS DAY
26 September 1952
The absence of a rail link between Blackall and Charleville will present a serious obstacle to rebuilding flocks in the...
Outback Fest in full swing
Winton’s Outback Festival has been in full swing this week with celebrations continuing into the weekend.
The processions feature on Saturday, 27 September and there...
On This Day: Save the Koala Day!
Lovable and distinct, the koala is sadly vulnerable and at risk.
Save the Koala Day was created to help this delightful species return to...
’Tough year’ for gardeners
Prior to distribution of the winning trophies for Blackall-Tambo Regional Council’s annual Bloomin’ in the Bush Garden competition, media personality, horticulturist and third time...
Fond memories of Jan
Last weekend a memorial was unveiled to Blackall-Tambo Regional Council’s very first mayor Janice (Jan) Cecily Ross at the Tambo Dam.
Councillor Peter...
On This Day: National Cooking Day!
We scurry and scramble, just trying to make it through the day — rushed at breakfast, hurried at lunch (half an hour? That’s almost...
Bank giant, energy providers rebuked in Shonky awards
Australia's largest bank is back on an annual list for dodgy business behaviour after it refused to refund cash it fleeced from low-income earners.
Consumer...
