Sport

The Cloncurry Sheagles prevailed in the Cloncurry women’s 7s event.

Rugby union's revival in the North West

Rugby clinics and matches in Cloncurry, plus the launch of a 7s series in Mount Isa, has the sport in good stead.

9 April, 2025

Philadelphia Free, ridden by James Baker, was the first winner in a big day for Mount Isa trainer Emma Morton. Picture: HOOPS SHOTS

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Mount Isa trainer thrilled to land first treble

The Mount Isa Miners and the Emerald Brothers teams after their hard-fought contest at the Longreach Showgrounds on Saturday. The Brothers went on to win the grand final 16-0 against Emerald Tigers.

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Junior Miners show plenty of spirit in Matt Scott Shield

Luke Hanson, pictured in the second division saddle bronc at last year’s Mount Isa Mines Rodeo, has his sights set on beating his brother this Saturday.

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Sibling rivalry has bronc rider chasing victory in Mount Isa

Saturday’s meeting at the North Gregory Turf Club at Winton has been called off due to the rain.

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Rain puts iconic North West meetings in doubt

In the pouring rain at Buchanan Park on Saturday, Tessa Townsend (far left) pilots the Shryn Royes-trained Marrew Fancy Nancy to victory in the Kenlach Transport QTIS Maiden Plate (900m).

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Have saddle, will travel: jockey relishes Isa trip

The Normanton Stingers were too good for Doomadgee in last year’s Gulf Cluster grand final.

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Gulf premiers preparing to defend title

Blackstars were 10-wicket winners over Cavaliers in the Mount Isa Cricket Association grand final on Saturday.

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Blackstars claim Mount Isa cricket honours

Nor Yadi came down the outside aboard Dream High to win the Benchmark 55 on Saturday.

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Mount Isa move pays off for Nor Yadi

Mount Isa Race Club president Jay Morris, Member for Traeger Robbie Katter and North West Country Racing Panel delegate Dan Ballard have spoken out against Racing Queensland’s proposed cuts to meetings at regional hubs.

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Battle of the bush: regional hubs fight to keep their meetings

Jason Babarovich rode two winners at Buchanan Park on Saturday, including Seiryu for Julia Creek trainer Tanya Parry.

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Double for 'Barra' as racing overcomes eventful week

Minister for Racing Tim Mander at the launch of the Queensland Racing Review at Eagle Farm in Brisbane on Saturday morning.

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Q&A with Racing Minister Tim Mander – 'No plans to close clubs'

The Outback Queensland Masters has proven to be a success for bolstering tourism in remote Queensland communities.

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Sell-out for Outback Masters golf swansong