Exposure at Alpha Hospital
Alpha Multipurpose Health Service went into a temporary lockdown after staff members were exposed to an unwell COVID-positive community member who presented for care...
New Year’s First Baby
Longreach welcomed its first baby this year on January 6, when little Maddison Grace was born to local residents Shelley and David Carr.
Maddison...
Fracking rage
Under the assumption the channels would be protected by the Palaszczuk Government, Queenslanders dependant on the Lake Eyre Basin will now be fighting for...
Opal decision could devastate Winton Shire
The State Government’s decision to place a moratorium on small mining claims could spell disaster for the Winton and Opalton community if not handled...
Growing on us
The Longreach Community Gardens, homed at the back of the Youth Centre, has been growing exponentially over the past year.
Members of the garden met...
White Christmas in Winton
Well over 300 people attended the Annual Emergency Services Christmas Street Party in the main street of Winton.
The beautifully landscaped main street...
Banks park bash
Blackall locals were treated to Community Carols in the Park organised by the Blackall-Tambo Regional Council.
They were given a free sausage sizzle coupled...
Beach day in the desert?
The Barcaldine Rec Park, a water park built on the outskirts of the Barcaldine township, had its unofficial opening with locals excited to escape...
Magic in Muttaburra
Muttaburra has held its Christmas celebrations - and community is the modus operandi.
Muttaburra Town and Country Christmas Tree Event Secretary Emma Price said...
Omicron delays school return
The Palaszczuk Government has announced they will be postponing the beginning of the school year by two weeks, from Monday, January 24 to Monday...
Ambitious youth centre one step closer
The wildly anticipated Winton Youth Centre has taken its next step towards actualisation.
The Winton Shire Council has begun consultation with locals as to...
What’s in store for Winton Devils
What was the best moment(s) this year for your club?
The Winton Devils had a few great moments throughout the 2021 season both on...
Junior rugby clinic returns
The Western Queensland Rugby Union’s popular junior rugby program has returned for another year, kicking off in style last Friday.
Despite a burst of rain,...
