Colour and style at Winton race day
A good crowd attended the North Gregory Turf Club’s race meet on Saturday, 5 July, with over 230 patrons coming through the gates. The...
‘Free and safe’ Indo-Pacific eyed in trilateral deal
Australia has joined the United States and Japan in signing a trilateral navy agreement to enhance supply chains and maintain a "free and open...
News in Brief
GroWQ Innovation Expo
Western Queensland producers and ag innovators are invited to the GroWQ Innovation Expo.
The expo will include a property tour from Blackall to...
Archives: What was in the news 73 years ago
ON THIS DAY
11 July 1952
Six new members were officially welcomed into the Longreach Amateur Race Club at its most recent meeting held last Monday.
The...
Discovering Papua New Guinea
At just 150 km from the Australian mainland, and less than 4 km between opposing islands, Papua New Guinea is our closest neighbour.
Off the...
Set sail on a journey of a lifetime with Viking
Imagine gliding through Europe’s most iconic landscapes, surrounded by history, culture, and luxury. Thanks to Viking and your local newspaper, one lucky reader will...
Barra Bash sells out in six hours
The 2025 Fitzroy River Barra Bash sold out in record time with all spots for the popular annual event snapped up in just six...
On This Day: National Simplicity Day
Have you ever considered the impact of simplicity on your life?
Simplifying life isn’t just about owning fewer things, it makes room for what truly...
Community Events
WEEKLY
Sunshine Physio and Pilates - Sundays
After a long hiatus, pilates will be starting back at Ilfracombe. Same great location, same great flow......
Memories of kindergarten
Did you go to kindergarten? Just hearing the word can bring a flood of memories — the smell of crayons, learning how to...
Premier goes with the flow with weir plan
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli returned to the Central West this week to deliver on his pre-election promise to lock in long-term water security for...
Welcome to Mannton
Visitors to Winton in the last few days have been left wondering if the town has changed its name.
The entrance to town from the...
Town set for fast-paced carnival
The countdown is over, with the Longreach 9s Rugby League Carnival set to light up the town’s Showgrounds this Saturday, bringing teams from across...
