Western Queensland local news briefing: Friday, November 6, 2026 - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Here's what's making news in Western Queensland today.

Blackall Golf Club has recovered two golf buggies after an alleged break-in this week.

The buggies were believed to have been stolen from the club's Shamrock Street shed between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning.

Other equipment, including the chargers for the vehicles, was also reported missing.

One buggy was found bogged on a nearby track on Wednesday, while the second was located with the equipment yesterday.

The club is reviewing CCTV footage and assisting police with their investigations.

Researchers are partnering with South West communities, including Charleville, to implement best practices for cancer care outside the city.

Deakin University's Equitable Cancer Outcomes across Rural and Remote Australia Optimal Care Pathway addresses how seven stages of the cancer journey are best navigated.

Professor Anna Ugalde said the new pathway encouraged stronger partnerships between metro and remote health providers.

"People from rural and remote areas of Australia can have poorer outcomes simply because of where they live," she said.

She said complex issues could cause delays to diagnosis and treatment.

Demolition crews have begun dismantling the historic Artesian Hotel, one of the central west's oldest pubs, after it sat abandoned for several years.

The Barcaldine Regional Council gained legal approval to demolish the hotel after locals complained about its deteriorating condition.

The demolition is expected to take six weeks and cost $250,000.

Sharon Broughton, owner of the nearby Shakespeare Hotel, said it was bittersweet to see historic outback buildings like the Artesian pulled down.

"They were put up as really grand important buildings, their structure was meant to last … and it's sad to see they haven't all made it through," she said.