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Recreation on the horizon

Kickstart your health and wellbeing journey at the 2025 CQ Health Sport and Recreation Expo at the Rockhampton Showgrounds. New to town or looking for...

Birthday bash done in style

The powerhouse voices of singing superstars Kate Ceberano and Toni Childs filled Emerald's Hops and Vines Tapas Bar as it was transformed into a...

Council in Canberra

Central Highlands Regional Council Mayor Janice Moriarty, Deputy Mayor Rachael Cruwys and new CEO Aaron Johansson were in Canberra this week, meeting with senior...

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Sport

Travis at the top

In the past 12 months, Travis Head has firmly cemented his place as one of Australia’s most important and dynamic cricketers, showcasing his immense...

Seals making waves

Central Queensland's best young swimmers displayed their fins at the 22nd annual GJ Lalor Swimming Carnival in Emerald from Friday, 31 January to Saturday,...

Upton in, but Jillaroos coach out

Central Queensland rugby league ace Tamika Upton was selected in the Australian Jillaroos squad for the upcoming Test against England in Las Vegas. The star...

Couple for Caine out west

Visiting New South Wales apprentice jockey Caine Stuart pocketed a pair of wins and two more podium finishes at Pioneer Park last Saturday. The Emerald...

Rothery steps to the plate

Emu Park ace Connor Rothery will get a golden opportunity to prove he belongs on the Hostplus Cup stage this weekend. The Emus fullback forced...

Pattie granted trials spot

St Brendan’s product Owen Pattie will take a major step to making his NRL debut when he lines up for Canberra’s top squad this...

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Iconic story comes to life

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is heading to the Rockhampton's Pilbeam Theatre this month as part of a national tour. Highly regarded as one of...

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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...

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Outdoor yoga with Kelly - Sapphire Join Kelly for indoor or outdoor yoga classes held at various locations in Emerald and Sapphire. Suitable for all...

On This Day: World Muay Thai Day!

World Muay Thai Day is a global celebration of a martial art deeply rooted in Thai culture. Known as the “Art of Eight Limbs,”...

On This Day: World Nutella Day!

With its creamy, chocolatey flavor, this spread makes every breakfast better. Slather it on toast, pancakes, or even fruit! Happiness is a warm taste of...

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Outdoor yoga with Kelly - Sapphire Join Kelly for indoor or outdoor yoga classes held at various locations in Emerald and Sapphire. Suitable for all...

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Maternity pledge

The State Government has committed to reinstating maternity services at Biloela Hospital. Health Minister Tim Nicholls made the announcement earlier this week following the release...

Limo charges into the record books

A 2018 Tesla Model S used in a limousine business in Byron Bay NSW, with frequent trips to the Gold Coast airport, has continued...

Cost of living crisis hits homes

To be perfectly honest this is not something I enjoy doing. I am saddened by it, and I am appalled by it. But here it...

Monsoon shakeout

It's been eight to nine days of extreme monsoon rain which has caused floods with 1200-1700m rainfall tapering into Capricornia. Up north, Cardwell recorded 1751mm,...

On This Day: Global Movie Day!

Global Movie Day is a vibrant celebration of cinema, bringing together film fans worldwide. Organised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences,...

Truckies wait out road closures

Trucks laden with supplies for flood-ravaged far north Queensland were parked up in Emerald as they waited for the all-clear on road repairs to...