Outback ichthyosaur discovery
The Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History in Winton has announced the discovery of Australia’s most complete ichthyosaur fossil.
Located 100km south of...
On This Day: National Sports Day!
National Sports Day gets people moving, laughing, and competing in the best way possible. From parks to schoolyards, the day transforms everyday spaces into...
Community Events
WEEKLY
Sunshine Physio and Pilates - Sundays
After a long hiatus, pilates will be starting back at Ilfracombe. Same great location, same great flow......
Queensland’s AgForce welcomes Niki Ford as Chief Executive Officer
Queensland’s peak representative body for rural producers AgForce has announced Niki Ford as its new chief executive officer.
Niki Ford replaces Mike Guerin who stepped...
Broken promises, rising costs
Last weekend the Liberal National Party held its annual convention in Brisbane.
Over 800 members of our party came to discuss the major policy issues...
Be prepared and stock up, en route to Birdsville
With more than 6000 people expected to attend the Birdsville Races in early September, travellers are being reminded to carry adequate stocks of their...
On This Day: National Red Wine Day!
Pour a lovely glass of Bordeaux, take a sip of Cabernet Sauvignon, or crack open a bottle of Shiraz – it’s time to celebrate...
Dust off the joggers for a great cause
The 35th Annual Meagan Walker Mini Marathon will be held on Father’s Day, Sunday 7 September, offering a fun, non-competitive day for participants to...
Thomson ready for annual Classic
The banks of the Thomson River will come alive this weekend as the Longreach Yellowbelly Fishing Classic returns, bringing together families, friends, and enthusiasts...
Big screen returns with global event
Longreach filmgoers are in for a cultural delight this September, with the town’s beloved Star Cinema set to reopen for a special showing of...
Register for Rural Aid locust assistance
Rural Aid is encouraging farmers across Outback Queensland to register early for assistance, as locust outbreaks continue to damage pasture and raise serious concerns...
On This Day: World Lake Day!
World Lake Day is all about giving lakes the attention they truly deserve.
These peaceful places do more than offer a pretty view.
They give us...
Sports Shorts
THANGOOL SUCCESS
Barcaldine trainer Toni Schofield enjoyed success at Thangool last weekend.
The Schofield-trained Baile Fervor was a dominant winner of the CMC Benchmark 60 Handicap...
