Gut health identified in combating Parkinson’s disease
Australian researchers hope to slow or stop the progression of Parkinson's disease by targeting the gut rather than the brain.
A Queensland University of Technology...
Rising NRL star May denies domestic assault, stalking
Penrith Panthers star Taylan May will fight domestic violence allegations that he punched his wife in the face and later stalked her.
The 22-year-old NRL...
Show brings community together
Nearly 2500 people came through the gates of the 2024 Longreach Show last Friday, 24 May.
Longreach Show Society president Mary-Ann Ringrose said that special...
Bank closures highlighted in new report
The Senate Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Committee last week released a report which recommends investment in the financial services available in rural...
News in Brief
Vote for RFDS local hero
Voting will close on Thursday, 6 June, for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) Local Hero Awards.
Nine regional winners...
Sculpture fest is best
The tiny town of Muttaburra will swell in size in July for the annual Muttaburra Reuse/Recycle Sculpture Festival.
Organiser Narelle Ballard said the festival, which...
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Barcaldine Show – PHOTOGRAPHY ENTRIES
Please submit your entries for judging before midday on Saturday 8 June to the Barcaldine Pharmacy.
In order to be judged,...
ON THIS DAY: National Smile Day and Clint Eastwood’s birthday
Wear your best smile to this party as we celebrate National Smile Day every year on May 31.
Founded by dentists Dr Tim Stirneman...
Show leaves locals in awe
The Longreach Show Society hosted the annual Longreach Show last Friday, 24 May, with tourists and locals coming from across the region to support...
Hall of Fame set to host campdraft
The Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame Campdraft kicks off this Friday, 31 May, with a plethora of events set to keep enthusiasts involved across...
Archives: What was news 70 years ago
On this day 28 May 1954
Isaacs Trophy: Longreach Shooters Face Challenges on Sunday
The 24 shooters on the Longreach range on Sunday faced tough conditions,...
Terrific time had at athletics carnival
Longreach School of Distance Education students participated in their annual Athletics Carnival on Thursday, 23 May.
Students had been busy all week participating in their...
Meals making a difference
Blackall-Tambo Regional Council's Community Food Program continues to grow, with new figures released highlighting the impact the initiative has had since its launch late...
