Archives: What was news 73 years ago
ON THIS DAY
28 September 1951
Graziers hand-feeding stock
Grazing properties in the Longreach district are now facing the challenge of hand-feeding their livestock due to ongoing...
Cattleman saved by LifeFlight night mission
Josh Ward's fall down a two-metre hole in North West Queensland could have been fatal if it wasn't for LifeFlight's critical aeromedical service.
Josh...
Longreach’s Lions fans excited for big one
The excitement is palpable for some of Longreach's Brisbane Lions supporters ahead of Saturday's AFL grand final.
The Lions take on the Sydney Swans in...
Winton rallies for races
The North Gregory Turf Club hosted a race meeting in Winton last Saturday, 21 September, with the town rallying around the committee ahead of...
News in Brief
Barcaldine - motorcycle crash
Queensland Ambulance Service paramedics transported a stable patient to Barcaldine Hospital after a motorcycle crash on the Landsborough Highway at 2.17pm,...
The race that stop the region
The race that stops Longreach is on Saturday.
The final preparations are being made at the Longreach Jockey Club ahead of the 2024 Longreach Cup...
Texans here for forum
The Remote Area Planning and Development (RAPAD) Board is hosting a delegation from the United States’ leading renewable energy State - Texas - as...
Plan to be prepared for severe weather
Queensland primary producers now have a purpose designed emergency plan to help them build greater disaster resilience and prepare for the impacts of severe...
On This Day: National Chocolate Milk Day!
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this deliciously creamy beverage made from cocoa and dairy.
Perfect for any time of day!
A tasty treat for breakfast...
On This Day: Remember Me Thursday!
Volunteer at an animal shelter, or take the plunge to adopt a rescue yourself on Remember Me Thursday, a day dedicated to pets in...
Council adopts new economic development charter
Longreach Regional Council has adopted an Economic Development Charter aimed at encouraging growth and supporting local businesses.
The Longreach Regional Council Economic Development Charter, adopted...
Council throws paper a lifeline
There are people living in Blackall and Tambo who have never known what it is like to live without a local newspaper.
And until the...
Dynamic duo shine on the green
It was quieter on the bowling green at Longreach Bowls Club last weekend with only one competition game, but a great turnout for social...
