Archives: What was in the news 78 years ago
On this day 10 January 1947
Sale of the Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel, an iconic establishment in Longreach, has been sold by the estate of...
Positive ag outlook
One of the nation’s major agribusinesses, Rural Bank, predicts more favourable conditions for Queensland producers following an increase in the state’s rainfall expectancy at...
Repairing nature hard bit
Our current Federal Government came to power partly on a platform of Nature Repair.
Putting aside the implied nature of the title, the idea...
News in Brief
Tourism plan consultation workshop
The Queensland Government is developing a 20-year tourism plan for Queensland that reflects our state's vibrant industry and diverse communities.
This strategy...
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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......
Christmas light winners named
The Longreach Regional Council has announced the winners of this year’s Dinky Bullen Memorial Christmas Lights Competition, a cherished annual event celebrating creativity, community...
Make a splash, swim to support mental health
It’s time to make waves in March 2025, literally.
Laps for Life is back in its seventh year and invites communities around Australia to dive...
Adult Time, Adult Crime now law
Adult Crime, Adult Time.
The four-word slogan that dominated the State Election campaign and a decisive reason by David Crisafulli won power on 26 October.
The...
Council announces Childcare expansion
The Longreach Regional Council's childcare services will be expanded in 2025, with council announcing an increase in their licensed capacity to 135 children per...
2024’s tragic road toll high
As the new year begins, Queenslanders are being urged to look out for each other, after a devastating 2024 that saw a record number...
Cheers to a local legend
The Barcaldine community is celebrating the life of local legend, Viv Johnson, who died this week on her 93rd birthday.
Viv was a life member...
AFL legend spotted at the Birdcage
AFL Legend Michael Long almost visited without being noticed just before Christmas.
Spotted by local Auskick coordinator Michael Lloyd at the Birdcage Hotel, Long was...
News in Brief
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...
