Winton flies into Longreach
Winton came to Longreach last week. Not the town, but a new Qantaslink aircraft named after the town's place in aviation history.
The latest Dash-8...
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Council community visits
Barcaldine Regional Council is committed to community engagement and will regularly be out and about this year, giving members of the community...
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Sunshine Physio and Pilates - Sundays
After a long hiatus, pilates will be starting back at Ilfracombe. Same great location, same great flow......
Big wet in the Central West
While last week's heavy rainfalls are over, floodwaters remain in the Central West with roads closed to traffic around the region.
It comes as the...
On This Day: Valentine’s Day!
A day filled with love, romance and sweet gestures — the perfect opportunity to show affection towards those special people in your life.
Love and...
Council launches affordable housing project
Longreach Regional Council is set to begin construction on a new affordable housing project for council employees, thanks to an investment from the State...
GroWQ set for 2025 launch
The Western Queensland agricultural community is set to gather in Longreach for the GroWQ Ag Industry Roundtable on Wednesday, 26 February.
Held at Drover’s Place...
On This Day: World Radio Day!
More than just a blast from the past, radios are a window to the world with music, news, and talk shows to keep you...
Rex may be nationalised if no private buyer for airline
The Federal Government could buy out regional carrier Rex Airlines if a suitable private sector bidder can't be found.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the...
Health and safety tips during flood and rain
Rain and potential flood conditions across parts of the Central West region in coming weeks have prompted health authorities to issue a timely reminder...
Award honours for West’s rural firies
The Central West's hard working rural firefighters were honoured at service in Longreach on Friday, 31 January.
The Rural Fire Service Australia Day Awards were...
On This Day: Hug Day!
Hug Day is a special occasion that encourages people to express their affection through the simple act of hugging.
This day reminds us of the...
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Mosquito management
With warmer weather upon us, mosquito breeding is on the rise.
Blackall-Tambo Regional Council started mosquito management treatments in Blackall on Monday, 8 September.
Mosquitoes...
