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Northern Corridor in the spotlight

The future growth of Livingstone Shire’s Northern Corridor has come into focus at a recent Livingstone Shire Council meeting, with councillors backing key planning...

Conway opens the Great American Songbook at Headricks

Headricks Lane will become the coolest jazz club in town on Saturday, 21 February when Angelo Conway sings Hits from the Great American Songbook. Developed...

Rising inflation hits

The primary cause of this week's interest rate rise is the massive blowout in government spending. Over the past two years, the Federal Government's...

More disaster funds for local clean-up and road repairs

Safer streets with more police on the beat

Condolence, then censorship

Glencore, Rio abandon merger talks for third time

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Sport

Astra Star can shine brightly at Doomben

Rockhampton trainer Kris Hansen will saddle up the locally owned Astra Star in Saturday's $75,000 BM70 Handicap (1350m) at Doomben, and perhaps surprisingly, punters...

Five races on offer at Pioneer Park

Central Queensland racing heads to Emerald's Pioneer Park on Saturday for a five-race TAB program. It is the Tropical Race Day at the Emerald Jockey...

Cricket rivalry re-ignited

Rockhampton Cricket A Grade competition’s Round 12 promises a mouth-watering collision. The previous grand finalists go head-to-head on Saturday with plenty on the line. Frenchville...

Queensland Cup arrives

After a false start last weekend, the top soccer clubs from across Central Queensland return to action this Saturday. The Queensland Kappa Cup will see...

Missiles and Bees produced undefeated runs in Rocky

The Rockhampton Missiles have impressively defended their home court during the Under-16s Boys Division 2 Central Queensland Junior Basketball Competition. Playing at Rockhampton’s Bravus...

Brethren defend low total in wicket-fest against Frenchville

When Frenchville bowled out table-toppers Rockhampton Brothers for 66 in the Rockhampton Cricket Second Grade competition, they would have been in a dream state. But...

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Entertainment

On This Day: Ice Cream For Breakfast Day!

Eating ice cream for breakfast is basically every little kid’s dream! Well, that and being able to have pizza for dinner every single night....

On This Day: I Heart Horror Day!

Love the sensation of a jump scare, chase, or gruesome scene? Then this day might be just the thing. I Heart Horror Day invites...

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...

On this Day: The anniversary of the Frisbee

The Frisbee has become a familiar sight in parks, backyards and beaches around the world, but its origins are far humbler than its modern...

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...

Aussie Day Warm-Up to kick off Australia Day celebrations early

Ready to kick off Australia Day celebrations two days early, the first, but hopefully not the last, Great Aussie Day Warm-Up is being presented...

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Grants a lifeline to council’s after Rex pullout

The Australian Local Government Association – and councils around the country – welcome the news of a government lifeline after Rex Airlines went into...

Existence through a uniquely poetic lens

Life, death, and everything in between are up for exploration in Brenden Kocsis’ debut exhibition, Initiation. From pressed flowers to borrowed feathers, Brenden transforms...

Wreck Point’s hidden history

Many locals and visitors enjoy visiting Wreck Point in Cooee Bay, as the scenic lookout has 360 degree views of Keppel Bay and the...

Small changes, lasting health

Smart eating doesn’t have to mean strict rules, food guilt or giving up the meals you love. At Everything Nutrition and Dietetics in Rockhampton,...

Exclusion zone established after weapons, explosives and drugs uncovered, Calliope

Police have charged a man with weapons and drug offences following a search warrant at a Calliope property on Wednesday, 4 February. Police allegedly uncovered...

Qantas lounge upgrades for airport

Qantas is continuing with a major refresh of its Regional Lounge network, with upgrades set to commence for seven lounges across Australia over the...

$75m committed to Alpha HPA

Alpha HPA has secured a $75 million investment from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC) to help deliver its flagship high purity alumina (HPA)...

Yeppoon fisherman shows simple actions today can protect state’s fishing future

Yeppoon is gearing up for a huge week as hundreds of recreational fishers descend for the Capricorn King of Kings tournament. The event draws anglers...

Capricorn Coast Visitor Centre showcases local creativity

Visitors to the Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre are discovering more than maps and travel tips — they’re uncovering a vibrant collection of locally...

Regional Queensland home prices hit new peak

Regional Queensland home prices hit a new peak in January, according to the latest PropTrack Home Price Index. The report shows prices rose 0.2...

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