A round up of news and events from across the region in this week's Longreach Regional Report. Longreach stops to remember the ANZACs, standing strong in support of our hay runners, QANTAS Museum celebrates the return of the Catalina, a move forward for Cluster Fencing and Longreach prepares for … [Read more...]
Hopes forming for more rain
After last week's miraculous downpour, hopes for more rainfall hang in the balance with a monsoonal trough developing in the north. Bureau of Meteorology Senior Liaison Officer, Jeff Sabburg, says that current models are predicting average rainfall in Central and West Queensland over the coming … [Read more...]
What’s in the box: your guide to this local election
We are in the thick of council campaigns, but don't be blinded by the corflute and leaflets: there is another question on the cards. This local council election will look a little different from previous years, so will you be prepared to face the polling booths? Voters will be asked three … [Read more...]
Love and luck in the leap year
Ladies get your rings ready, this is your chance to take a leap and pop the big question! But before you hop to it, did you know it only counts if you are wearing breeches or a scarlet petticoat? Yes, its that special day that only comes around every four years: February 29. While … [Read more...]
Longreach Regional Report 23 Feb
A round up of news and events from across the region in this week's Longreach Regional Report. Locals gather to remember a young life, the new generation of showgirls, saying thanks to our local tradies, healthy tips, new school leaders and a boost for community infrastructure. Plus! Our … [Read more...]
More wheels to drive quad bike safety
Primary Industries Health and Safety Partnership (PIHSP) is calling for Australian states to address the number of quad bike related injuries on farms. “Quad bikes continue to be the leading cause of deaths on farms and that has been the case for a number of years now,” says PIHSP research … [Read more...]
Longreach Regional Report 27 Jan
A round up of news and events from across the region in this week's Longreach Regional Report. Longreach region celebrates Australia Day, a visit from the state Premier, local schools ready themselves for the year to come and Council gets to work for 2016. Take a look: … [Read more...]
Longreach Regional Report 19 Jan
A round up of news and events from across the region in this week's Longreach Regional Report. Take a look: Focussing on numbers to help get our economy back on top, feedback sought for local health service, how local kids are keeping entertained over the holidays, the spotlight on regional … [Read more...]
Solar farm in running for funding
A Longreach solar farm has been shortlisted by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) which, if successful, could create local jobs. The farm is one of the smallest on the shortlist with a predicted 15 megawatt capacitiy, but if chosen it will receive federal and long-term state … [Read more...]
Mt Isa train line deviation passes first test
The deviation built on the Mt Isa train line around the Julia Creek derailment site had its first test overnight following last month's incident. A freight train successfully passed over the temporary track at 6:20pm giving the green light for inland passenger trains to begin commuting … [Read more...]
