The case for affordable energy
There remains over 700 million people in the world without access to electricity.
Two billion people do not have access to clean cooking methods.
Because of...
Christmas in the Outback
Entries for the 150 word short short story competition can be made at www.outbackwritersfestival.com
Meanwhile, here is another for festive reading - BBQ for Christmas...
Ballard to start new journey after Longreach service
Admired former hoop Keith Ballard created national headlines when he retired from the saddle late last year as the oldest active jockey in Australia.
A...
Staying well this festive season
“Christmas is meant to be joyful, but for many of us it can feel overwhelming,” said Outback Futures psychologist Quentin.
“There’s pressure to do lots...
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Social Tennis
Grab your racquet (or borrow one) and join the Longreach Tennis Club for a hit every Tuesday. Come down for some...
News in Brief
Longreach - burns
A woman in her 20s with burns to her face and hands was transported to Longreach Hospital at 6pm on Wednesday, 19...
Taking road less travelled
The final of three instalments, travelling from Rockhampton to Broome, taking lesser roads, enjoying the Outback.
At Daly Waters, a traveller’s greatest challenge is waking...
Honouring their sacrifice
A big thank you to everyone in our region who helped commemorate Remembrance Day last week.
It was an honour to be asked to give...
Road closures continue after heavy rain
I'm sure more than a few folk were singing Keith Urban's classic Raining On Sunday last weekend as the region got a good drenching...
On This Day: National Gingerbread Cookie Day!
Gingerbread cookies have soft and chewy insides with a hint of a crispy outside and often they are decorated with piped frosting.
National Gingerbread...
Western Queensland cattle producer named AgForce Producer of the Year 2025
Maranoa beef producer Anthony “Bim” Struss has been named the AgForce Producer of the Year 2025, recognising his outstanding leadership, innovation, and lifelong service...
Winton brought to book
Winton Shire Council will officially launch Winton’s 150 Years – Not Just Another Country Town at the Waltzing Matilda Centre on Friday, 5 December,...
Festive fun fills Air Park
Longreach’s festive season kicked off in style on Tuesday night as a strong crowd gathered at the QANTAS Founders Museum Air Park for the...
