Tag: Julia Creek 4823
CopperString project study open for residents' input
Public consultations have begun in Townsville in north Queensland so residents can find out how the proposed Copper String project will affect them as public consultations begin this week.[MORE]
Two killed in road crashes
Two women have died and one has been critically injured in three separate road crashes in Queensland overnight. [MORE]
Environmental studies continue for mine expansion plan
Mining giant BHP Billiton says it is working through environmental studies as part of its plan to develop a new open-cut mine in Queensland's north-west. [MORE]
Mayors raise cattle train concerns with Government
North-west Queensland mayors say they are seeking an assurance from the State Government over the future of cattle train services to the region. [MORE]
Pasture study probes grazing impact
A 25-year study on pasture in western Queensland has wrapped up and scientists say they have made important discoveries on sustainable grazing.[MORE]
'Old mates' catch up at outback bash
Organisers says there were record crowds at the weekend's Dirt and Dust Festival in Julia Creek in north-west Queensland. [MORE]
Outback gears up for Dirt and Dust Festival
More than 3,000 people are expected in the tiny north-west Queensland town of Julia Creek this weekend for the annual Dirt and Dust Festival, starting today.[MORE]
Cheeky competition searches for 'Best Butt'
The search has resumed for Australia's best behind in outback Queensland.[MORE]
Gulf graziers win drought relief
North Queensland graziers have received exceptional circumstances funding for a drought caused by one of the worst and longest floods in history.[MORE]
Cat bounty off after rat sightings
The McKinlay Shire Council in north-west Queensland has placed a moratorium on its cat bounty across the shire after sightings of rats in Julia Creek.[MORE]
Contestants take crack at best butt title
The search for Australia's best backside will begin tonight in Longreach in central western Queensland.[MORE]
Driver dies after car roll
An investigation is underway into a fatal car crash in north-west Queensland.[MORE]
New ambulance station for Julia Creek
Julia Creek, in north-west Queensland, has a new ambulance station worth almost $750,000.[MORE]
Bush schools brush up on surf safety
Surf lifesavers will start visiting more than 450 regional schools around Australia this week to teach children about surf safety.[MORE]
Airport safety checks underway
An air navigation service provider is checking critical equipment at Queensland airports and airstrips this week to ensure the safety of the flying public.[MORE]
Mayor gets cattle trains commitment
A north-west Queensland Mayor says he has been given a commitment that cattle trains to the region will continue, despite the closure of some freight distribution centres.[MORE]
Rail freight closures to 'hurt regions'
A north-west Queensland mayor says small communities will suffer because of an ongoing push by Queensland Rail (QR) to focus on transporting minerals and coal.[MORE]
QR confirms freight depot closure talks
Queensland Rail (QR) has confirmed that it is in negotiations to close its freight depots between Townsville and Mount Isa.[MORE]
Rail services 'key concern' of north-west regional plan
Organisers of the public consultation meetings held this week for the Queensland Government's north-west regional plan say rail services are the key concern of residents.[MORE]
North-west Qld draft growth plan revealed
The Queensland Government has released the first draft of a plan for the state's north-west which will guide regional growth for decades.[MORE]
Beef processor fears Qld Rail privatisation
A major beef processor says he is extremely worried about whether Queensland Rail (QR) will carry livestock in the future. [MORE]
Flying Doctor rally continues inland
More than 350 people and 160 cars will leave Longreach this morning as part of the 20th Anniversary Flying Doctor Outback Trek. [MORE]
Communities celebrate Q150 train's arrival
A historic steam train arrive in three north-west Queensland towns as part of the state's 150th anniversary celebrations.[MORE]
Flying doctor service marks 81st anniversary
One of the outback's greatest icons, the Royal Flying Doctor Service, is staging a series of regional charity events today and tomorrow to mark it's 81st anniversary.[MORE]
Cane toads bog down outback festival
Organisers of a weekend festival in north-west Queensland were unprepared for big numbers of cane toads at one event.[MORE]
