Encroachment wins Battlers Cup
The Longreach Jockey Club hosted its last meeting of the year on Sunday, 10 November, with a five-race card keeping racegoers entertained throughout the...
Junior clinic wraps up
The Western Queensland Rugby Union's six-week junior clinic concluded on Friday, 8 November, marking the end of what has been a very successful program.
The...
Keith ready to call time
Revered jockey Keith Ballard will call time on his illustrious career in the saddle this Saturday but those closest to the veteran rider have...
Fundraiser to assist junior Longreach bowler
Longreach Bowls Club junior Alani Mathews will be competing in the Queensland Junior State Championships on the Gold Coast in January 2025.
Alani is set...
Juniors enjoying their rugby
The Western Queensland Rugby Union's junior program has given young players across the region a chance to develop their skills and embrace the sport.
The...
Derby Day in Barcy
The Barcaldine Race Club hosted the town’s annual Derby Day meeting on Saturday, 2 November, with a five-race card keeping racegoers entertained throughout the...
Does retirement beckons for Melbourne Cup winning trainers
Retirement could be back on the agenda for Melbourne Cup-winning trainers John Symons and Sheila Laxon, but victorious jockey Robbie Dolan isn't going anywhere.
At...
Jockey club set for Sunday meeting
The Longreach Jockey Club’s final meeting of the year has been pushed back a day, with this Saturday’s afternoon forecast of 43 degrees too...
Russell on standby for Kumals
Longreach born rugby league player Daniel Russell has been named as 18th man for Papua New Guinea ahead of their blockbuster clash against New...
Dolan singing after Knight’s Choice claims Cup upset
Melbourne Cup debutant Robbie Dolan has had to fight back tears as he celebrated winning the race that stops a nation with rank outsider...
Dan the man for Cook Islands clash
Longreach-born rugby league player Dan Russell has been selected in the Papua New Guinea side ahead of their upcoming Pacific Championships bout against the...
Longreach pair shine at state championships
Longreach Bowls Club's Chloe Runge and Cerise Woodfield have represented the region with distinction.
The dynamic duo qualified for the Champions of Club Champions State...
Visiting ‘Memory Town’ with Colin Buchanan
Songwriter and performer Colin Buchanan has visited Longreach four times and sung on three.
The first visit was after a Friday night show in Blackall...
