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Cloncurry Airport 'seized' as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre
Australian soldiers and US Marines descended on the Outback airport on the weekend to run a training drill.
23 July, 2025
General News
Treasurer to travel along CopperString corridor
David Janetzki will visit communities along the CopperString path this week.
23 July, 2025
Local News
Katter backs ambitious Cloncurry-Karumba rail plan
The MP believes the use of canals in the Gulf could make the job even...
Local News
Boulia bucks the tourism trend with big crowd at camel races
More than 3000 people turned out for the annual event.
Local News
Cocktail event to spice up Mount Isa Rodeo
A new social gathering will be staged at Buchanan Park during the Mount...
Business
Glencore-Austral sign MOU over Lady Loretta lease
Austral will take over the lease from Glencore later this year, subject to approvals.
23 July, 2025
Local News
George Fisher Mine blazing the trail for innovation
Automation continues to grow in the mining industry to improve safety...
Local News
New rail line could revive North West ore deposits
A line from Cloncurry to Karumba could benefit more than just the...
Local News
Time against us, say industry leaders as governments weigh up call
The future of the Mount Isa copper smelter is far from guaranteed.
Community
It's officially rodeo season in the North West!
Massive crowds are expected to attend rodeos in the region over the next six weeks.
23 July, 2025
Local News
Green-thumbed students show their skills in garden
NRL Cowboys House is leading an initiative with the Waanyi Aboriginal...
Local News
Young rodeo stars ready to shine in the North West
The best of the best from around the world will take part in a Youth...
Local News
Your chance to show off the best of the Outback
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is bringing back its Outback Explorer...
Sport
Richmond turns it on for Outback Queensland Masters
All rounds now head to Karumba for the grand finale.
23 July, 2025
Local News
Hughenden Cup a 'farce' after bungled false start
It took the stewards an hour to draw the same conclusion most knew...
Local News
Danggara books spot in finals as Dragons make statement
The final round of the Battle of the Gulf cluster competition in...
Local News
Golf clubs geared up for Outback Queensland Masters
Richmond and Karumba will host the final two legs of the final Masters...