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James Coghlan preparing for an epic finish
A big crowd is expected to gather in Mount Isa to cheer him across the finish line.
12 June, 2025
General News
Cross-border collaboration could reap rewards for our region
The Mount Isa and Barkly council areas could each benefit from a strategic partnership.
11 June, 2025
Local News
Katter meeting draws a solid crowd of concerned citizens
The state and federal MPs provided an update to members of the Mount Isa...
Local News
Norm praises Outback Queensland hospitality
The dedicated walker has met some nice people on his journey from...
Local News
Tourism season officially launched in Mount Isa
Some fresh ideas were touted at last week's Civic Centre function.
Business
Deputy delight: Phosphate project given priority status
The PhosOne joint venture at Paradise South has been made a 'prescribed project' by the government.
4 June, 2025
Local News
Popular tourism operator back up and running
Yagurli Tours is hoping for an influx of visitors, both from across the...
Local News
AEIC calls for proponents to engage with community
Proponents must be transparent and collaborative with impacted communities.
Local News
Doomadgee council has big plans to lift local business
A dozen small businesses have been established in the town in the past...
Community
How you can bake your way to this year’s Ekka
It has been uears since Mount Isa has had a fruit cake entry worthy of being sent to the Ekka.
11 June, 2025
Local News
Richmond Field Days celebrating 40 years
It'll be a big couple of days at the Richmond Racecourse.
Local News
It's official – Drover to find a new home at RFDS base
Councillors voted to donate the iconic plane to the Royal Flying Doctor...
Local News
Award-winning Meals on Wheels program needs a helping hand
Some of the volunteers are in their 90s and would be eligible to receive...
Sport
Faehr out! Veteran hoop wins Coppermarket, Cup
Robert Faehr had a day to remember at the Mount Isa Cup meeting.
11 June, 2025
Local News
Golden Gloves success for Mount Isa locals
Four fighters took top honours at the recent Golden Gloves event in...
Local News
Mr Metrics eyes Mount Isa Cup win before trip to big smoke
The Richmond galloper qualified for the Battle of the Bush at Cloncurry.
Local News
Rugby league thriving in the Gulf
The 2025 season kicks off in Normanton this Saturday.