10 things to do in Longreach in summer
While winter is the time to come to Longreach to do our Outback Pioneers experiences, there’s still plenty to enjoy in summer. 1. Stay at The Staging Post Whether you’re
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Which Thomson River sunset cruise to choose?
Most people who come to Longreach want to do the photogenic Thomson River sunset cruise. What many travellers don’t realise is that there are two different companies doing cruises and
The many lives of the Pride of the Murray
The many lives of the Pride of the Murray This century-old boat has been reincarnated a few times and has so many stories to tell of pioneers who built her,
Nine very good reasons to help preserve the Pride of the Murray
Since the Pride of the Murray was raised from the Thomson river where she sank in March 2022, Richard Kinnon has been determined to preserve her. Unfortunately it was not
How did the Pride of the Murray end up on the Thomson
As its name suggests, the Pride of the Murray started its life on the River Murray in Victoria. Built in 1924, she was originally a wool barge. After being converted
A new chapter for the Pride of the Murray
Outback Pioneers announces new ‘double vision’ for the Pride of the Murray Today Richard Kinnon, owner and founder of Outback Pioneers, announced that sadly the Pride of the Murray will