Two-for-one train travel is boost for Outback
Train lovers can explore Outback Queensland for less, with Queensland Rail''s half-price fares designed to encourage travel during the quieter months and support regional...
Coal power stations to remain until 2046 under Energy Roadmap
Coal fired power stations are poised to remain running until at least 2046 under the State Government's new Energy Roadmap released last Friday.
Central Queensland...
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ON THIS DAY
17 October 1952
At least 300 volunteers are needed to register with the Longreach Blood Bank to ensure adequate supplies for emergencies, according...
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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......
On This Day: National Pasta Day!
Fusilli, Penne, Spaghetti, Capellini and Fettuccine, pasta comes in a myriad of shapes and sizes.
Pasta acts as a sort of blank canvas for...
Masterplan for Aramac’s Gordon street discussed in chambers
In the general meeting at Barcaldine Council Chambers this week, councillors discussed recommendations for the Gordon Street Masterplan Project for Aramac.
The masterplan has emerged...
MP calls on renewable solution to mobile phone coverage
Coming up to 12 months since the 3G network was switched off across Australia, Flynn MP Colin Boyce has challenged renewable energy proponents across...
Council in discussions about Ilfracombe truck stop
Mayor Tony Rayner has confirmed Longreach Regional Council is in discussions with the Department of Transport and Main Roads about a new truck pad...
A soaring success
The Flyers Ball lit up Longreach on Saturday, 4 October, bringing together locals and visitors for an evening of elegance, entertainment, and community spirit.
Guests...
Jocelyn honoured at QAS Awards
Isisford’s Jocelyn Avery has been recognised at the Queensland Ambulance Service Commissioner’s Achievement Awards and Remembrance Ceremony, held in Brisbane on Friday, 12 September,...
Three dead in house fire
Three people are dead after a fire engulfed a two-storey home at Toolooa on Wednesday, 15 October.
Five Queensland Fire Department (QFD) units and multiple...
Winning photos for calendar
They say that when Father’s Day comes, so does Christmas and New Year.
And the Winton Shire Council is off and running with the much...
Festive fun fills Air Park
Longreach’s festive season kicked off in style on Tuesday night as a strong crowd gathered at the QANTAS Founders Museum Air Park for the...
