Mother’s Day racing delights
Longreach Jockey Club hosted its annual Mother’s Day race meeting last Sunday, drawing a solid crowd for a rare afternoon of racing to celebrate...
Palmer keen for Central West stint
Talented apprentice jockey Kelsey Lenton took the Central West by storm through the middle stages of 2024 and fellow youngster Nick Palmer will be...
Dogs claw back in Canberra
Kurt Mann’s Bulldogs were one of many teams that enjoyed spirited comebacks in a whirlwind weekend in the National Rugby League, as his side...
Tigers down Devils
Longreach/Ilfracombe Tigers secured a 28–18 Central West Rugby League win over the Winton Devils on Saturday afternoon in front of a strong home crowd...
Berkley bags Queensland crown
Speedway superstar Joel Berkley has rounded up another trophy as he sped home to another Queensland Title.
After taking out the Australian championship in March,...
Juniors shine in touch trials
On Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 April, a group of talented students from the Central West region travelled to Mount Isa to take part...
Largest Confro confirmed
Following the release of the draw, Rockhampton will officially host the largest-ever Confraternity Carnival in just over six weeks.
The 45th Confraternity Carnival will be...
Terrific mixed pairs action
Another busy weekend with plenty happening on the green at Longreach Bowls Club.
Club members never stop, with competition games and well-attended social games...
Lady luck smiles on Townson
Lady luck was most certainly on Central Queenslander Tony Townson’s side when trainer Damien Rideout’s name flashed up on his phone last year.
The duo...
Mann close to Origin selection
Canterbury lock and Winton rugby league export Kurt Mann believes he is ready to become Queensland's oldest State of Origin debutant since Arthur Beetson,...
Barcaldine hosts festival races
Barcaldine Racing Club hosted a thrilling five-race meeting on Saturday, 3 May, as part of the town’s annual Tree of Knowledge Festival.
The racecourse drew...
Farr double not enough in PNG
A try double from Longreach rugby league export Ben Farr was the lone highlight for the Seagulls in their 30–12 defeat to the Hunters...
Five per cent rate rise for Barcy
Ratepayers in the Barcaldine Region are looking at a five per cent increase in general rates and utility charges this financial year, following the...
