Archives: What was in the news 73 years ago
ON THIS DAY
26 September 1952
The absence of a rail link between Blackall and Charleville will present a serious obstacle to rebuilding flocks in the...
Outback Fest in full swing
Winton’s Outback Festival has been in full swing this week with celebrations continuing into the weekend.
The processions feature on Saturday, 27 September and there...
On This Day: Save the Koala Day!
Lovable and distinct, the koala is sadly vulnerable and at risk.
Save the Koala Day was created to help this delightful species return to...
’Tough year’ for gardeners
Prior to distribution of the winning trophies for Blackall-Tambo Regional Council’s annual Bloomin’ in the Bush Garden competition, media personality, horticulturist and third time...
Fond memories of Jan
Last weekend a memorial was unveiled to Blackall-Tambo Regional Council’s very first mayor Janice (Jan) Cecily Ross at the Tambo Dam.
Councillor Peter...
On This Day: National Cooking Day!
We scurry and scramble, just trying to make it through the day — rushed at breakfast, hurried at lunch (half an hour? That’s almost...
Changes give clarity to rural firies
The State Government has amended the Fire Services Act 1990 to solidify the crucial role rural firies play during times of need.
Gregory MP...
Trackside style in Winton
The skies may have been grey, but racegoers turned on the colour and style at the North Gregory Turf Club on Saturday for the...
Inaugural mayor’s memorial
Former mayor of Tambo Shire Council and then the newly formed, Blackall-Tambo Regional Council, Jan Ross was honoured at the Tambo Dam on Saturday,...
On This Day: National Punctuation Day!
Let’s face it — punctuation saves lives.
It might sound a little strange to say that, but when you consider the effect that something as...
If Meta was a miner we’d shut them down
I’m often asked why Meta (owners of Facebook) should be forced to pay compensation to news publishers.
It’s a fair question.
On the surface, Facebook can...
CSO proposal to secure face-to-face banking in the regions
An alliance of regional banks, including Queensland Country Bank and The Capricornian, as well as community organisations have provided Treasury with a detailed plan...
News Bargaining Incentive a win for regional communities
Regional news publishers have welcomed the release of draft News Bargaining Incentive legislation and urged all Members of Parliament, regardless of party, to support...
