Meet the Greens candidate campaigning in LNP stronghold
Maranoa’s Greens candidate Elizabeth Johnston says she will campaign to stop supermarket price gouging, cap rental increases and make GP visits free during the upcoming election.
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Driver charged after crash leaves man with serious head injuries
A man was taken to hospital after a suspected drink driver crashed a car and caused life threatening injuries.
How you can help South West’s flood affected towns
As thousands of residents and hundreds of businesses across outback Queensland grapple with flooding the size of Victoria community leaders have appealed for those looking to help to do so in a way that will most benefit those impacted. DETAILS.
‘Power of the people’: How hero truckie fought the law and won
A truckie who believed he was risking “a few nights in the tin” to deliver hay to struggling Queensland flood victims has revealed how he wants to inspire residents across the state to create change.
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Former Quilpie Shire mayor to lead flood recovery efforts
A former Quilpie mayor and grazier has been appointed to head flood recovery efforts in the South West, with his understanding of the region expected to prove helpful.
‘Knee deep in mud picking up dead sheep’: Outback flood devastation revealed
A South West Queensland farmer says it could takes years to repair his property after devastating floods killed 6000 sheep and destroyed 60km of fencing.
Emergency declared for Adavale as flood waters impact homes
Police have issued an emergency declaration for parts of southwest Queensland as the massive deluge leaves one town underwater. READ THE LATEST
David Littleproud to support national referendum but only as a ‘last resort’
Leader of The Nationals and Federal Member for Maranoa David Littleproud said there are no plans to hold a referendum and would only look to that option as a last resort.
Huge crowds expected at 124th Roma Picnic Races
Starting in 1901 as a competition between shearers, the Roma races have grown to be one of the region’s most exciting events and this weekend will be no different.
‘Pray for a miracle’: Truckie family’s desperate hope for beloved dad
The family of a truck driver involved in a shocking rollover in southwest Queensland are praying that the beloved family man will soon wake up from the coma he was placed in a month ago.
Pub offering pint pinchers free beer for the return of glasses
With up to 100 beer glasses missing, a Queensland pub has launched a scheme to see the glassware returned.
Shocking statistics show extent of attacks from roaming dogs
Attacks by roaming dogs are causing concern in the community after several roaming dogs were impounded by the Maranoa Regional Council in just a few hours.
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