$100 million jackpot for Oz Lotto
One in three adults across Australia is expected to purchase a ticket for the massive $100 million Oz Lotto draw on Tuesday, 4 February.
The...
Rabobank appoints new manager in Longreach
Agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank has appointed Dan Korff as rural manager for Longreach.
Announcing the appointment, Rabobank acting state manager for Queensland Brad...
Two major rail projects in doubt ahead of 2032 Games
Major rail projects promised as part of the 2032 Olympics infrastructure plan are in doubt with significant cost blowouts revealed.
The Queensland government has vowed...
Australia Day and VIP visitors
Thank you to everyone who joined one of our nine different Australia Day events across the region.
A big thanks also to the many community...
What is the difference?
When we have conversations about mental health, people might talk about seeing a psychologist or counsellor.
Maybe you've wondered what the difference is between...
Australia Day in Alpha
Alpha welcomed Ambassador Gerrard Gosens OAM to its Australia Day celebrations on Sunday, 26 January.
Blind from birth, the Australian Paralympic athlete said he...
$50m in Federal Government support for Rex
Embattled regional airline Rex will go up for sale again, as a debt lifeline paves the way for a second crack at finding a...
Archives: What was in the news 71 years ago
ON THIS DAY
29 January 1954
Railway line washout halts trains
Heavy rain last week washed out two miles and 24 chains of railway track on the...
Landmarks illuminate purple and blue for feeding tube awareness
More than 120 landmarks are illuminating purple and blue across Australia and New Zealand for Feeding Tube Awareness Week (FTAW), 2-8 February 2025.
FTAW...
Community Events Billboard
WEEKLY
Sunshine Physio and Pilates - Sundays
After a long hiatus, pilates will be starting back at Ilfracombe. Same great location, same great flow......
Tambo’s Transport Museum opens
Descendants from some of Tambo’s transport industry families were on hand to cut the ribbon and accept replica plaques at the official opening of...
News in Brief
BACK TO SCHOOL
Students from around the Central West had their first day of school for 2025 on Tuesday, 28, January, including Longreach State School...
On This Day: Twin Peaks Day!
Twin Peaks Day is a celebration that draws fans of the iconic TV show “Twin Peaks” to Snoqualmie Valley, Washington.
The celebration offers a...
