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Numbers, prices fall at Emerald saleyards

Numbers eased by nearly 1400 to see close to 790 penned at Emerald on Thursday, 23 April. Quality was again fairly mixed, prime cows showing...

This week’s Blood Bulletin

Did you know there is roughly 200-300 million red blood cells in a single drop of blood? This week's Blood Bulletin for Central Queensland is...

Creative approach to mental health

A new youth mental health initiative has come to Rockhampton thanks to local advocate and 2025 Keppel Youth Member Zoe Scott, who secured funding...

Sport fields recovery on track

Letters to the Editor

A chance to back Australia

Rising rates, falling wages

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Sport

SINNRR redeemed at Rockynats 06

Emerald’s SINNRR raised some hell at Rockynats 06 last weekend and came second in the Open Class Burnout. Going up against more than 100 competitors...

Star Turn claims Rockhampton Cup in thriller finish

Star Turn produced a herculean effort to land a thrilling victory in the $112,525 BetDeluxe Rockhampton Cup Final (510m) at Callaghan Park on Wednesday...

Sypher paddling towards Worlds

Rockhampton Grammar School (RGS) alumnus from Dingo and rowing champion Grace Sypher is getting back on the water in preparation for the World Rowing...

Juice squeezed in to top 5 at nats

Emerald’s “Juice” turned heads at Rockynats 06 (17–19 April), powering into the Top Five of the Pro Class Burnout and adding plenty of flavour...

Cyclones launch season with coach confident in local talent

The Rockhampton Cyclones launched their season on Tuesday night at the Frenchville Sports Club. Proudly showing off a new jersey featuring an updated CQU logo,...

Rivals to meet in traditional Anzac Day clash

One of AFL Capricornia’s most important days of the year takes over the Rockhampton Cricket Grounds this weekend. The men’s, women’s and under-17 boys’ Rockhampton...

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Entertainment

Ireland’s past comes to life

From the creators of the Celtic Illusion, a bold new theatrical experience that brings Ireland’s storied past to life is heading to Rockhampton on...

Community Events Billboard

Weekly Events Archer Park Rail Museum The Archer Park Rail Museum in Denison Street, Rockhampton is open Monday to Thursday 10am-3pm and Sunday 9am-1pm. Bring the family...

CQ Gig Guide

If you have a gig you would like to promote, send us an email at editorial@cqtoday.com.au Please include the name of the gig, date, time,...

On This Day: National Exercise Day!

It’s time to put away that smartphone or computer, get off the couch and get moving! If the weather is fine on this spring...

CQ Gig Guide

If you have a gig you would like to promote, send us an email at editorial@cqtoday.com.au Please include the name of the gig, date, time,...

On This Day: World Art Day!

Art has the power not only to bring beauty and light into a world that can often feel dark, but also to make a...

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CQLX market report

Gracemere combined agents yarding a total of 2172 head this week, consisting of 1070 Steers, 590 Heifers, 417 Cows, 12 Cows and Calves, 52...

Community comes out for Anzac Day in Rockhampton

Hundreds of people gathered for the Rockhampton Anzac Day March on Saturday, 25 April. Crowds lined the parade route along Archer St, Victoria Parade and...

The Spinnaker set for major redevelopment

A significant staged redevelopment is underway at The Spinnaker, with works set to run from April through to December 2026, delivering major upgrades across...

From monsoon to autumn

It has been a sudden transition from the humid monsoon to the drier autumn, after the 12 cyclones out of the mega monsoon. This dumped...

Yeppoon Anzac Days of the past

Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance observed throughout Australia and New Zealand. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought...

Anzacs’ enduring tradition

Each year, before dawn breaks on 25 April, communities across Central Queensland gather quietly. In the stillness of the early morning, there is...

The courage to be peacemakers

Each Anzac Day, we pause—not only to remember, but to reflect. We reflect on the legacy of those who came before us, and more importantly,...

On This Day: Anzac Day

Every country has a day that commemorates those who have fought and died to protect their freedom, their traditions, and their homes. For Australia and...

Special day for servicemen

RSL Central Queensland District president Phillip Luzzi has attended some of the biggest Anzac Day services in the country but says nothing compares to...

Search for assault suspect

Police are looking for a man who could assist their investigations into an alleged assault at Rockhampton City on 15 February. Shortly after 3am, police...

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