Archives: What was in the news 73 years ago
On this day 22 May 1953:
The Longreach Table Tennis Association has opened its new season with a successful Open Tournament held across two nights...
Town set for annual Show
After months of preparation, the Longreach Show has finally arrived, with the Showgrounds set to host two busy days of events, entertainment and competition...
Mobile prostate cancer screening heading West
A joint initiative between Heart of Australia, It’s A Bloke Thing Foundation and the State Government bringing mobile prostate cancer testing to rural and...
Expo returns in 2026
The GroWQ Innovation Expo will return to Longreach later this year, with organisers again aiming to connect Western Queensland producers with practical innovations designed...
Winton by-election
Around 900 voters in Winton Shire will choose a new councillor in a by-election on Saturday, 20 June, following last month's resignation of Councillor...
NDIS overhaul: $32b in cuts sparks regional concerns
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) overhaul has now been confirmed in the Federal Budget, with the Albanese government announcing an expected $32 billion...
The trouble with Johnson grass
Most people in agriculture will have seen and even cursed Johnson grass plants growing in their crops, creeks or gullies.
The plant was originally...
Red ink in the regions: Littleproud slams budget
This year's federal budget is said to build on the government's current efforts to curb cost-of-living expenses despite geopolitical issues causing prices to increase,...
Online care improving life for aphasia patients
An online therapy program has shown early promise in improving quality of life for people living with the communication disorder aphasia in remote parts...
Creative kids help spread safety message
Creative students could have their work included in a special calendar shining a spotlight on farm safety.
The 2027 Farm Safety Calendar competition launched in...
Roadworks to begin at Oak Street, Barcaldine
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) advises motorists of road works occurring on the Oak Street and Box Street intersection, Barcaldine.
Works...
Winton Mayor encourages to vote for town
Winton Mayor Cathy White is encouraging the community to vote for their town after Winton was named a finalist in the Tiny Tourism Town...
Longreach meets ‘Johnnie’
Longreach had what was probably the town’s ultimate ‘Meet and Greet’ on Tuesday, 27 May 1930 when 4000 people gathered at the Aerodrome to...
