QLD 80% vaxxed, CW 78
Premier Palaszczuk has officially announced that Queensland is 80 per cent vaccinated, one of the goals set by Queensland Health earlier this year.
"This...
Lions Club holds Christmas sale
After changing its name from the Longreach Lioness Club, the Thomson River Lions Club is spending its first Christmas under their new moniker.
Stationed...
Graziers thankful for rain
The Bureau of Meteorology says many places on the eastern front of Australia have experienced their wettest November on record.
And while many graziers here...
Police Watch
With the recent beautiful rain, it is timely to remind motorists about driving through floodwaters.
Whilst there is the potential of hefty fines...
Bloomin’ beautiful for Christmas
Floral arrangements are a perfect way to add some colour to your Yule time table. Ensure your house is looking its festive, floral best...
For the love of trees
Welcome to my very first Garden column for the Longreach and Central West Leader.
So to start the very first column, I invited mayors...
Decision made on Renewable Energy Zone
The Barcaldine Regional Council has officially decided to fund $1 million to the Barcaldine Renewable Energy Zone - claiming that while it is a...
The doctor, the businessman and the bogged plane
In the 1940s, the Australian Inland Mission (AIM) Aerial Medical Service, which later became The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), was a remarkable and...
Celebrating a year of milestones
The Longreach Arts and Culture Association held a Christmas dinner to celebrate a year of great achievements.
The event was held at the Longreach...
Isisford Santa competition continues to grow
In its third year, the Isisford Santa competition has begun to inspire westerners from outside of the town, despite not being officially judged.
Community...
Call for care around wildlife
After seeing an influx of wildlife activity recently, the Western Rehabilitation Centre has called on residents to be more considerate among our new additions....
Central West hospitals celebrate anniversaries
The two most nascent hospitals in the central west region have celebrated their anniversaries in the past month.
Blackall’s new $20.11 million hospital and...
ALP abandoning regions: Littleproud
Maranoa MP David Littleproud has condemned the Federal Government for abandoning regional Australia following the release of the 2026-27 Federal Budget.
In an interview with...
