Tight contest in Ilfracombe
The Ilfracombe Golf Club hosted its second competition of 2026 on Saturday, with golfers contesting the less commonly played versus par format.
Versus par sees...
Outback Run Club charges into the new year
Wet weather around the region has not stopped like-minded locals from hitting the footpath each week, with the Outback Run Club enjoying a strong...
Youngsters compete in championship game
Wild week out with road closures and rain… but bowls goes on.
If anyone ever thought lawn bowls is an old person’s game, forget it.
Yes,...
Graham grabs first win of 26
Alex Graham has wasted no time making his mark on the 2026 season, claiming victory in the opening competition at Ilfracombe Golf Club with...
Countdown on for 9s carnival
With less than a month to go, preparations are ramping up for the Longreach 9’s Rugby League Carnival, set to return to the Longreach...
Road to glory set for title-hungry Tigers
The road to redemption begins early for the Longreach/Ilfracombe Tigers, with the 2026 Central West Rugby League draw now confirmed and a challenging season...
Rockhampton meeting in doubt due to flood threat
Rockhampton Jockey Club staff have been preparing for the worst and hoping for the best with the imminent flooding of the Fitzroy River, impacting...
Noffke busy at the Magic Millions
Central grazier Fred Noffke was up an about at this week’s famous Gold Coast Magic Millions Yearling Sales, raising his hand alongside racing’s royalty.
Noffke...
Smashing Rosie unlucky in Rockhampton
Barcaldine galloper Smashing Rosie headlined the Toni Schofield charge at Rockhampton’s TAB meeting on Thursday, 8 January.
The bonny mare was a tragedy beaten when...
Cricket and community in Alpha
The annual Alpha ICPA Cricket Day once again delivered a full day of colour, competition and community spirit, with 28 teams taking to the...
MOTORING: Jimny – fun and games
Jimny: it’s all in the name.
Since its get-go the quirky small Suzuki SUV has been on a ‘fun run’, on and off road.
Last year...
Rockhampton appearance for Barcy’s dynamic duo
Boom Central West apprentice jockey Maddie Mankelow and Barcaldine trainer Toni Schofield were scheduled to be in action at Thursday’s Rockhampton meeting.
Schofield entered three...
Superannuation tax changes one step closer to reality
Labor's long-running bid to increase taxes on wealthy superannuation accounts has taken a major step forward, but the Greens still stand in its way.
Treasurer...
