Dirt 'N' Dust Festival Dates Changed After Flooding
The iconic Dirt 'N' Dust Festival in Julia Creek has been forced to move its dates from April to July 2025 due to widespread flooding across the region, impacting travel and infrastructure.
The iconic Dirt 'N' Dust Festival in Julia Creek has been forced to move its dates from April to July 2025 due to widespread flooding across the region, impacting travel and infrastructure.
A 42-year-old Queensland man, Suleiman Surtie, was rescued alive after surviving five days in the remote outback near Julia Creek, following a vehicle rollover while driving to Cairns.
Four people have been dramatically rescued from the remote Queensland outback after one of their group walked 30 kilometres through the night to raise the alarm. Read the full story of survival.
Catastrophic flooding in Northwest Queensland has isolated communities and sparked fears of widespread cattle losses. Authorities and graziers are assessing the damage as recovery efforts begin. Read the full story.
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