Young bush poets show off their skills
With over 160 juniors from Longreach, Winton, Boulia and surrounds the Winton Shire Hall was packed last week with family, friends, supporters, tourists and...
Forum nears for producers
The countdown is on for the Future Grass Growers Forum, with the event to be held at the Longreach Civic Centre on Friday, 3...
Subscribe, for facts sake
On World News Day (28 September) we are reminded of a truth that cannot be ignored and this is that facts matter.
In an era...
$4.5m locust control package for Western Queensland
Primary producers across Western Queensland will benefit from a $4.5 million boost from the Crisafulli Government to curb locust numbers before they cause further...
The latest council news
I’d like to start by thanking Deputy Mayor Leonie Nunn for filling in for me as Acting Mayor while I enjoyed some time off...
News in Brief
New member of First 5 Forever family
Another bookworm has been welcomed to the First 5 Forever family at Blackall-Tambo Regional Council library.
A little Golden...
Community Events
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Sunshine Physio and Pilates - Sundays
After a long hiatus, pilates will be starting back at Ilfracombe. Same great location, same great flow......
Entertainment adds spark to Cup
While the Homestead Agribusiness Longreach Cup will draw plenty of attention on the track this Saturday, the Longreach Jockey Club has ensured there will...
Archives: What was in the news 73 years ago
ON THIS DAY
26 September 1952
The absence of a rail link between Blackall and Charleville will present a serious obstacle to rebuilding flocks in the...
Outback Fest in full swing
Winton’s Outback Festival has been in full swing this week with celebrations continuing into the weekend.
The processions feature on Saturday, 27 September and there...
On This Day: Save the Koala Day!
Lovable and distinct, the koala is sadly vulnerable and at risk.
Save the Koala Day was created to help this delightful species return to...
’Tough year’ for gardeners
Prior to distribution of the winning trophies for Blackall-Tambo Regional Council’s annual Bloomin’ in the Bush Garden competition, media personality, horticulturist and third time...
Turning good intentions into healthy habits
A new year often motivates us to think about our priorities.
We often have good intentions, but sometimes we struggle to make our intentions...
