Protecting our grain: biosecurity can’t be an afterthought
As a grain grower, I’ve seen my fair share of challenges over the years - droughts, floods, mice plagues, you name it.
But the...
Blackall-Tambo council announces grant recipients
Blackall-Tambo Regional Council released the list of successful recipients of the first round of its inaugural Community Grants Program last week.
This program is the...
Parenting in the Outback
There’s something powerful about sharing the parenting journey with others, which is why Outback Futures’ Parent Peers are building connection and support for parents...
What you’re saying on Facebook
FAREWELL TO WINTON, GRANDKIDS ARE CALLING
Kim Ryan: Enjoy the next adventure. Nothing like living close to your children and grandchildren.
Patricia Taylor: Enjoy the next...
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
WEEKLY
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...
Barcy Festival a success
The Barcaldine Tree of Knowledge Festival has wrapped up for another year, with strong crowds across the weekend capping off one of the town’s...
