On This Day: National Read a Book Day!
Once upon a time, a reader's journey began with a book in hand, and adventures unfolded within its pages.
Let your imagination soar with...
Blackall paper closes its doors
Blackall's iconic Barcoo Independent newspaper is closing its doors, with the final edition published on Friday, 6 September.
Editor Sidney Russell said the closure of...
On This Day: National Cheese Pizza Day!
When it comes to satisfying your pizza cravings, nothing hits the spot quite like a warm, gooey slice of cheesy goodness.
Although most people are...
Touch of France drives into Winton
After the spectacular success of the Olympic Games in France, a little bit of that country travelled to the Outback recently when 25 Citroen...
Circus is in town
Longreach has been swept up in the excitement with Hudsons Circus rolling into town.
The opening show took place on Wednesday night.
It was the first...
On This Day: National Wildlife Day!
National Wildlife Day highlights the importance of protecting our planet’s diverse species.
Celebrated on September 4 each year, it focuses on endangered animals and...
Raising awareness of Cystic Fibrosis
In its 34th year, the Meagan Walker Mini Marathon annual Father’s Day tradition of walking, horse-riding, scooting or cycling 11km to “Longway” station, is...
ALP’s disregard for farmers
Labor continues to show complete disregard for Aussie agriculture The agriculture sector is the backbone of our Maranoa electorate and our nation.
Recent...
What’s In A Name?
As more and more houses are built on the new sub-division on the north-west corner of the town attention turns to the naming of...
On This Day: Literacy and Numeracy Week
We can all agree that daily life would be much harder without the ability to read, write, and count.
Therefore, Literacy and Numeracy Week...
Premier’s promise
Since becoming Premier about eight months ago, Steven Miles said Queenslanders have raised the issue of crime and he is taking it seriously.
Premier Miles...
Blooms for blokes
RACQ has released concerning new data which reveals more than triple the number of males are dying on Queensland roads compared to females, with...
CQ filly’s marvellous Group 1 triumph
Star Central Queensland filly Sheza Alibi is the talk of the Australian horse racing scene after her emphatic first Group 1 victory at Randwick...
