Community & Sponsorships

Longreach Airport is proud to support the communities we serve through local grants, sponsorships and regular engagement with government and industry stakeholders. We’re committed to open conversations, strong partnerships and making a meaningful contribution to the region we call home. 

Community event outside Longreach Airport terminal with people gathered near tables and umbrellas, enclosed by a white picket fence.

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Community Benefit fund

The Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) Community Benefit Fund is focused broadly on the categories of environment and sustainability, accessibility and Indigenous affairs. The initiative is run by the QAL group on behalf of Longreach Airport. 

Applications for 2025 Community Benefit Fund are now closed.

Sponsorships

As a critical gateway for Outback Queensland, Longreach Airport recognises the vital role it plays in the connectivity and identity of the regions it supports. We understand our responsibility not just as an airport, but as a community leader. We are committed to fostering meaningful, long-term partnerships with local initiatives, events and organisations.   

Our sponsorship program reflects our commitment, supporting initiatives that drive tourism, celebrate local talent and deliver lasting social and economic benefits for Outback Queensland.  

To submit a sponsorship proposal, please email  sponsorships@qldairports.com.au 

Our Latest News

Catch the latest from Longreach Airport – from Outback events and community partnerships to major milestones.

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Two travelers walking toward the Arrivals entrance at Longreach Airport, with large glass windows reflecting the runway and orange Longreach Airport signage above.

Outback Food, Wine and Music Festival returns with Longreach Airport support

The flavours of the outback will be celebrated once again at the 2021 Outback Food, Wine and Music Festival, with Longreach Airport re-joining as major sponsor.

Staged on 11 September, the event will be headlined by celebrity chef Colin Fassnidge and hosted by media personality Kimberley Busteed, with entertainment by Encore.
Ground crew member in high-visibility jacket guiding an aircraft on the runway using orange marshalling paddles at Longreach Airport.

QAL extends support to help lower regional fares

Queensland Airports Limited, the owner and operator of Townsville, Mount Isa and Longreach airports, has extended its agreement with independent airline Regional Express (Rex) to help keep airfare costs lower for regional Queenslanders.

The accomplished airport operator agreed to continue its support of the Rex community fare scheme following completion of its six-month trial at the end of January.
Two people shaking hands beside a Longreach Airport safety vehicle, with a QantasLink aircraft in the background.

Behind the scenes for bushfire drive

One lucky local has won the chance to go behind the scenes at Longreach Airport after participating in a fundraising drive to help victims of the recent Australian bushfires.

Bruce McClymont was given the rare opportunity after winning top prize in a Longreach Airport fundraising raffle aimed at supporting victims of the recent bushfire disaster in the southern states.
Aboriginal flag with black top half, red bottom half, and a yellow circle in the centre. Acknowledgement of Country

Longreach Airport Pty Ltd acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the cultural landscape within which we operate.

We recognise their continued connection to country, and we pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging.