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A changing of the guard is underway in Queensland local governments of the west, with virtually all council election results now declared. MORE 👉 bit.ly/3vyIEDj #qldpol #councilelections #localgovernment
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The announced complete rebuild a notoriously troubled rural hospital, and the offical start of construction at two other new rural health facilities, is being welcomed by opposition MPs. FULL STORY 👉️ bit.ly/3wOcVxW
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The future prospects for Mossman’s beleaguered sugar industry have turned from dire to promising at the eleventh hour. EXCLUSIVE DETAILS HERE : bit.ly/42TyVDT @CountryCaller
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There are grave fears the pending closure of an historic sugar mill would "absolutely decimate" a Queensland community that's home to a 130-year-old cane growing industry: bit.ly/49qTji8
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“I’m a bit worried that we’re not getting much interest,” said outgoing mayor Paul McVeigh, as Queenslanders prepare to head to the polls to vote for their local councillors.FULL STORY 👉️ bit.ly/42lWzsg #qldpol #councilelections #qldcouncilelections
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An iconic outback pub is waist-deep in water and graziers on remote cattle stations expect to be stranded for weeks as ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily brings enormous downfalls to western Queensland. @CountryCaller MORE bit.ly/3SlrY9A
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In just over ten years WDC has grown from a 3-man, 2-vehicle operation to become the Surat Basin's go-to civil construction and earthworks provider, employing 132 workers and last year turning over $50 million. It's a pretty remarkable story: bit.ly/496zgEX
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“It’s critically important to ensure that people have confidence in the process," said one mayor who's based in a renewable energy zone. FULL STORY: bit.ly/47N1N1k
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Hold the front page! A group of rural high school school teachers with a shared passion for cold beer are converting an old newspaper building into a brewery 👨‍🏫🍻📰 : bit.ly/3StUnvH
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Owners of @RidgmontFarm will be adding a few ponies to their stable this year, as the Cunningham family moves to the Hunter Valley to manage their burgeoning breeding operation. @cunninghamtbred's star colt Storm Boy is favourite in today's @mmsnippets 2YO bit.ly/3SfE8lt
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The @mmsnippets polo & show jumping continues to be one of the Glitter Strip's fanciest social affairs, but its increasingly being praised for its promotion of #equestrian sports and the careers of retired racehorses 🏇 👉️ bit.ly/48MCnl9

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The rodeo world has been left stunned by the toughness of Ky Hamilton, who overcame a concussion, a broken rib and a night in a Las Vegas hospital to claim the PRCA Bull Riding World Title 👉 bit.ly/41t9vMn
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Here's my feature - a local perspective - on the first anniversary of the Wieambilla shooting: bit.ly/3RD5hi9 @CountryCaller
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A year on from the horrific shooting attack on police at Wieambilla, the family of murdered officer Matthew Arnold is reflecting on his kindness, empathy, and "unfathomable" death. FULL STATEMENT: bit.ly/3GB9Inp @CountryCaller
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BREAKING: A US national has been arrested over the shooting deaths of two Queensland police officers and a civilian at Wieambilla last December. More to come @CountryCaller
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The QRC has announced Janette Hewson as its new leader, following Ian Macfarlane's departure. MORE: bit.ly/4a91Mav #mining #coalmining
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Paul McVeigh's announcement paves the way for a new council leader in one of rural Queensland's busiest and most diverse regions: bit.ly/47RMEfE
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A complimentary consulting service for entrepreneurs and small business operators in Queensland's Western Downs is advertising its unique and rewarding lead business coach role countrycaller.com.au/2023/11…
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The 21-year-old man accused of attacking Mr Creevey was facing one count of grievous bodily harm. That charge has now been upgraded: bit.ly/3sMihZj
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