It’s all happening in Longreach
Good to be back with you for another column.
There’s lots of new things to look at in our communities lately.
It’s wonderful to see the...
On This Day: National chocolate eclair day
National Chocolate Eclair Day is celebrated on June 22 and it’s a special day for all of us who have a sweet tooth.
There...
Gastro hits in Longreach
Central West Hospital and Health Service staff are helping a Longreach childcare centre manage an outbreak of gastroenteritis.
Central Queensland Public Health Unit director Dr...
Community Events Billboard
Yayoi Kusama's The Spirits of the Pumpkins Descended into the Heavens exhibition
From 16 March to 22 September.
Qantas Founders Museum proudly announces a prominent...
On This Day: World music day
Most of us have an innate understanding of music.
Even if we can’t play an instrument, or even sing, somehow, we can connect with...
Bringing West to the screen
This week’s edition of Drive TV’s The Lap features some of the Central West's most loved attractions, quirky and yet to be discovered attractions.
The...
My Lyrical Life – Graeme Connors
Australian music icon Graeme Connors is making his way out west again to celebrate the release of his book My Lyrical Life.
Graeme Connors has...
On This Day: national vanilla milkshake day
National Vanilla Milkshake Day is on June 20 and it’s all about celebrating the original vanilla milkshake.
It’s made by blending milk, ice cream,...
Mayor makes apology
Blackall-Tambo Mayor Andrew Martin has apologised for forwarding a confidential email in 2021, after being found guilty of misconduct by the Councillor Conduct Tribunal.
A...
Barcaldine CEO steps down
Barcaldine Regional Council, at its monthly general meeting on Wednesday, 19 June, accepted the resignation of council’s chief executive officer, Shane Gray, after two...
Show marvels in Barcy
The Barcaldine Pastoral Agricultural and Horticultural Society hosted the town’s annual show on Saturday, 15 June, featuring local arts, machinery displays, market stalls, and...
Dutton announces seven sites for nuclear plants, including Callide
Tens of thousands of Australians in five states could be living near nuclear power plants if the coalition wins the next federal election, including...
On This Day: World Sleep Day!
Sleep may seem like such a normal aspect of life that it might seem silly to even talk about it! It can be one...
