Longreach Community Person of the Year
This year we have given the Longreach Community Person of the Year award to none other than our own Michael "Llyody" Lloyd.
Not only...
Barcaldine Mayor’s Column
Entering yet another festive season, too early or with not enough done; almost all of us looking forward to a chance to unwind, or...
Winton Mayor’s Column
It’s hard to believe 2022 is almost done and dusted with 2023 just around the corner.
The kids are starting to get excited with...
Central West Community Person of the Year
This year's Central West Community Person of the Year goes to Winton's Robyn Stephens.
We chose Ms Stephens for her efforts not only in...
QLD Ag Shows Board Appointment
A local face has recently joined the Queensland Ag Shows Board of Directors. Longreach resident, Ingrid Miller has been appointed as the Director for...
Bigger, better Barcoo River bridge benefits region
The new bridge over the Barcoo River near Tambo is now complete.
The wider, higher, modern concrete structure provides safer and more reliable access to...
Strong year in tourism, likely to calm in New Year
Predictions for the 2022 tourism season at the beginning of the year were undeniably positive, with many predicting it to be the strongest year...
$180k now min. income to service $500k mortgage
Aussie mortgage holders have been dealt a final blow for 2022 from the RBA.
In a statement released on Tuesday, Philip Lowe, Governor of Monetary...
You’ve been caught on camera, now pay the price
More than 170,000 drivers and front-seat passengers have been snapped doing the wrong thing in 12 months since Queensland’s mobile phone and seatbelt detection...
Christmas in Longreach
Christmas is a wonderful time for families, especially children, with most being on holidays from school.
Many families take the opportunity to head to...
Choir greets elderly community members
The Pioneers Aged Care Facility were visited by the Longreach State School Mezzo Choir for the first time since Covid this week.
The choir's...
On This Day: National Simplicity Day
Have you ever considered the impact of simplicity on your life?
Simplifying life isn’t just about owning fewer things, it makes room for what truly...
