Countdown to Show is on
The Longreach Show returns next week, bringing two vibrant days of rural entertainment, community pride, and country hospitality to the heart of Queensland’s outback.
The...
No sh*t, rally hits Central West
The Shitbox Rally revved into the Central West last week, with the drivers enjoying an overnight stopover in Barcaldine on Monday, 7 May.
Teams of...
Carr calls time after decades of service
After more than four decades of unwavering dedication, Robert Carr has officially retired from the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, leaving behind a remarkable...
Community Events
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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......
Games funding flows to Longreach
The Crisafulli Government has committed $350,000 to upgrade key sporting facilities in Longreach as part of preparations for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games...
From country charts to spotlight
Zac Cross Band have been grinding for four years - playing gigs, writing songs, living life - and they will be coming to Barcaldine...
Canavan misses out in Nats leadership bid
Senator Matt Canavan has failed in his bid for leadership of the National Party, with David Littleproud remaining in the top job following a...
Region on show at tourism exchange
The vibrant spirit of Outback Queensland was on full display a couple of weeks ago, as the region played a prominent role in the...
News in Brief
Pool's temporary closure
Longreach Regional Council advises the Longreach Memorial Pool and Aquatic Centre will be closed from Monday, 19 May for two weeks.
A council...
Beauy stands up
Two powerful community events in Beaudesert this month, will draw attention to Queensland’s Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, honour lives lost, support those...
REGIONAL NEWS: Kalbar blossoms as thousands flock to Sunflower Festival
More than 13,000 people from across Southeast Queensland descended on the small town of Kalbar over the weekend to celebrate the annual Kalbar Sunflower...
Archives: What was in the news 80 years ago
ON THIS DAY
12 May 1945
A strong crowd turned out for the Longreach Jockey Club’s annual May race meeting, held over Friday and Saturday last...
Idol singers putting Longreach on the map
Longreach has already featured on the current season of Australian Idol, with local entertainer Art Cooper’s audition airing on Monday, 2 February, while two...
