Longreach School of the Air Tours

Longreach School of the Air Tours March - October
Monday - Friday excl. public holidays
ONLINE BOOKINGS ONLY
www.lsodetours.com.au

We invite you to join us in touring one of the largest classrooms in the world! Observe our school in action and learn how education is delivered using technology ‘in the bush’. The 'Longreach School of Distance Education' (formerly known as Longreach School of the Air) is a unique experience and is one of sixteen distance education schools in the country; and one of seven in QLD. Tours are run fo

r 1hr twice daily at 9:00 am and 10:30 am, Monday to Friday, March through to October;
LSODE Tours are closed on all Public Holidays

Bookings are essential. For bookings visit www.lsodetours.com.au

Adults $15

Children $10

Concession/student $12


Family (2 Adults & up to 2 children) $45

(Pricing is subject to change)

28/03/2025

EMERGENCY VETERINARY ANNOUNCEMENT

POST-FLOOD LIVESTOCK & WORKING DOG HEALTH CHECKLIST

A Veterinary Guide for Western Queensland Producers

Due to recent rain events affecting our community we are consciously aware of the devastation that is occurring in the region to our animal's infrastructure and people.

We are acutely aware of how much our clients and producers care for their pets and livestock and we are wanting to support and assist as much as we can.

So that's why at this time we are there with you - if you have any pets and animals or livestock health issues, we will be offering Free over the phone, text and email veterinary consultations so we can help. Please call our clinic on 46583838 email [email protected] or text mobile 0438 714 847 with your emergencies questions and queries.

We have provided a checklist below for everyone to consider during and directly after this event.

After a flood, livestock pets and working dogs face serious health risks. Early observations monitoring and action can prevent long-term losses.

CATTLE, SHEEP & GOATS

✅ Feet & Hooves: Check out herd for footrot, soft hooves, and lameness from prolonged water exposure.
✅ Skin & Coat: Look for hair loss, dermatitis, or wounds from debris. Treat any infections as soon as possible acres permits.
✅ Nutrition: Assess feed and water quality. Flooded pastures may be covered in silt or low in nutrients. Consider supplementation emergency feeding or relocation to better pastures until adequate feed grows.
✅ Respiratory Health: Watch for pneumonia—coughing, nasal discharge, and lethargy are warning signs.
✅ Parasites & Disease: Increased risk of worms, liver fluke, and clostridial diseases. Ensure vaccinations (e.g., 5-in-1 or 7-in-1) are up to date.
✅ Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Increased risk of 3-day please monitor for any signs. Monitor for fever, lack of mobility, lethargy, and swelling.

HORSES

✅ Hoof Care: Prolonged wet conditions increase the risk of abscesses, thrush, and laminitis.
✅ Wound Management: Flood debris can cause injuries—check legs, belly, and face daily. Also check animals for barb wire cuts if fences have been covered with water.
✅ Colic & Digestive Issues: Sudden diet changes or contaminated feed can cause colic. Ensure access to clean water and safe feed.
✅ Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Increased risk of viruses like Ross River Fever. Monitor for fever, lethargy, and swelling.

WORKING DOGS

✅ Paws & Skin: Prolonged wet exposure can cause infections and irritations—dry and inspect paws regularly.
✅ Infectious Diseases: Leptospirosis risk increases after floods—ensure vaccinations are current.
✅ Hydration & Nutrition: Check water sources for contamination and provide high-quality feed.
✅ Parasites: Tick, flea, and worm burdens increase post-flood—keep preventatives up to date. Be vigilant with parvovirus prevention with vaccinations.

WHAT TO DO NEXT?

✔ Separate and monitor affected animals when possible.
✔ Provide dry, clean shelter and fresh feed/water.
✔ Update vaccinations and parasite control. (Make sure you book in for Parvo Shots due to this rain event)
✔ Contact us for advice or support if animals show signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior. Or give us a call if you've got any concerns and need any support in this devastating event.

📞 Need Help? Contact Longreach Veterinary Services
0746583838 | [email protected] | 0438 714 847
📍 Serving Western Queensland People Producers Livestock and Pets

Photo Credit 📷: Courtney Emmott

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10349 Landsborough Highway
Longreach, QLD
4730

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 12pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+61477298104

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NOTE: Due to the covid-19 risks, the LSODE P&C have decided to temporarily close the tourism room to visitors and will advise when we are back in operation. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

In the interim period we are working on updates behind the scenes for our business to be ready to go when we’re able to open again.

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We invite you to join us in touring one of the largest classrooms in the world! Observe our school in action and learn how education is delivered using technology ‘in the bush’. The 'Longreach School of Distance Education' (formerly known as Longreach School of the Air) is a unique experience and is one of sixteen distance education schools in the country; and one of seven in QLD. Tours are run for 1hr twice daily at 9:00 am and 10:30 am, Monday to Friday; LSODE Tours are closed on all Public Holidays & during the Christmas school holidays. Bookings are necessary for large groups only. FROM 2020: Adults $12.00 Children $8.00 Concession/student $10.00 Adult groups (20+ people) $10.00 Family (2 Adults & up to 4 children) $30.00 (Pricing is subject to change) Please head over to our website and follow the instructions on how to book a tour. Otherwise feel free to call tours or just turn up at the tourism room before 9am or 10:30am Monday - Friday, to join a tour as well!