Rural Aid fears ‘tipping point’ after driest three months on record
The surging demand for fodder for drought-stricken livestock has come as no surprise to rural charity Rural Aid.
The charity says the Bureau’s declaration...
The road down to Isisford
On 7 October, members from the Longreach Archival and Historical Research Group went on a road trip to Isisford.
We felt it was warranted...
Eighteen youths charged
A week-long crime crackdown with Taskforce Guardian in conjunction with Mount Isa police has resulted in 18 young people being charged with 68 offences.
Taskforce...
What do you love about living in the bush?
The Outback Regional Gallery Winton is seeking artworks from young people aged between 5 to 14 years living in the regions of Winton, Longreach,...
Schoolies almost upon us
Australian summer is almost upon us, meaning that thousands of bright eyed, bushy tailed school leavers are preparing to descend to holiday locations around...
Busy end to the year
I just want to start by thanking everyone who came together at the last minute to help make the visit of the Governor-General possible....
Longreach remembers
Locals attended Edkins Park in Longreach on Saturday, 11 November, to pay their respects and honour the men and women for their courage and...
Queensland’s local hero: David Elliott OAM
Winton’s David Elliott OAM has been named the 2024 Local Hero for Queensland.
The Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History co-founder said...
Roll call: school attendance on the rise
New survey results show school attendance rates are bouncing back from pandemic lows.
According to the data, overall attendance rates in Queensland state schools increased...
Barcaldine takes the time to remember
The Barcaldine RSL Sub Branch invited residents to join them in honouring the service personnel who died while serving in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping...
Winton Remembrance Day
Winton Shire residents attended the Remembrance Day service at the Waltzing Matilda Centre's Walkway of Honour.
See some of the contributed photos here.
Winton and Longreach all for Aus Day nominations
Nominations are now open for the Winton Shire Council's Australia Day awards.
There are four categories, including the Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen...
Amelia delighted to nurse in Alpha
Amelia White is taking the first meaningful steps to a career in nursing, with her CQUniversity training helping her secure employment at the Alpha...
