Farmer counselling sessions double as dry conditions worsen
Australian farmers are seeking mental health support at almost twice the rate they were seeking assistance last year, according to rural charity, Rural Aid....
Kangaroo Paws
With their distinctive flowers and diversity of colours and forms, the Kangaroo Paw or Anigozanthos has become an Australian icon.
Historically, in Central Queensland,...
Bringing care closer to home
The Central West Hospital and Health Service has worked hard over the years to build local services for our diverse communities and bring care...
Look out for our feathered friends
This year marks the 10th anniversary of BirdLife’s Aussie Bird Count, where Australians get the chance to contribute to conservation and preservation of Australia’s...
And What Sounds Would You Hear in a Garage?
(With apologies to those with delicate ears, though I hope I’ve spared your blushes).
I saw a cartoon on social media that went something like...
New book something to get your ‘paws’ on
Winton-based author Grace Elliott, who goes by the pen name Fae Le Friz, is hosting a book launch for her debut novel A Spot...
Prepare and get ready for extreme weather
Queenslanders are asked to take simple steps to prepare for this season’s extreme weather, no matter where they live.
From Monday, 9 to Sunday, 15...
Let’s get loud for Emmy
The time has come again to get loud for hearing loss as the annual Hear and Say’s Loud Shirt Day is celebrated on Friday,...
Windorah flights stopped for three months
Barcoo Shire Council has advised that flights at Windorah Airport will halt for three months as the runway receives critical upgrades.
From Wednesday, 11...
More modular homes for Longreach
Two more homes have been delivered to Longreach, adding to the six that were previously inspected by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk in August.
The homes...
Stop talking carbon
Crucial discussions on climate continued this week, following AgForce’s presence at the Rocky drought forum.
It’s vital AgForce has a seat at the table, so...
Community Events
Social Lawn Bowls
Barcaldine Bowls Club will host a social bowls competition from Saturday 14 October from 6.30pm for up to eight weeks.
Cost is $40...
parkrun hits milestones
Longreach’s Old Thomson River Road parkrun is marking two major milestones this month, with the club recently celebrating its 10,000th finish and this Saturday...
