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Small grants making a big difference

Sometimes it’s the small things that make a community. We often hear about major infrastructure projects and big-ticket investments, and they are important. But...

Capricorn Caves unveils new accessible path

Stage one of the Capricorn Caves’ new accessible walkway has been officially unveiled this week, marking a significant step towards more inclusive tourism. Invited guests...

Youth leaders converge at special lunch

A cohort of about 30 Year 12 students from schools in the Yeppoon and North Rockhampton area took part in the second annual Youth...

Harmony Week brings Keppel together

Council eyes future precinct

End of an era with PAM Furnishings to close later this year

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Retired cult hero Master Jamie teaching new lessons

As far as Queensland cult heroes go, they don’t come much bigger than Master Jamie. The former galloper claimed 19 victories from a 64-start career,...

Bowls from around the Central Queensland greens

ROCKHAMPTON BOWLS CLUB Men’s Section results Champion Pairs S. O’Sing T. Zonca d L. Arthur R. Wellings 21-17 R. Sanders (S. McConochie sub) E. Gregson v J. Slater...

Barbie is hot to head to Florida

Pint-sized filly Wasabi Barbie, a Rockhampton two-year-old bred in Comet and originally raced by Jesse Beak, could be destined for a career as a...

Club celebrates 90 years of pride, competition and connection

The Park Avenue Brothers Hockey Club is celebrating a remarkable milestone in 2026, marking 90 years of hockey in Rockhampton and recognising the players,...

Bumper day of racing in store at Springsure

Central Queensland racing heads to Springsure on Saturday for a terrific five-race non-TAB program. The annual St Patrick's Day race meeting is a family-friendly day...

Bears hunt down Magpies

Pilbeam Park will host an intriguing game as Berserker aims to test its newfound form. The Bears will travel down Lakes Creek Road where...

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Entertainment

Shock Horror, Rocky has a showstopper

The Rocky Horror Show has returned to Rockhampton’s Pilbeam Theatre, and audiences can be assured that the “antici…pation” is worth it. One of the most...

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: Global Recycling Day!

As planet Earth gives up billions of tonnes of its natural resources each year to support the humans who live on it, the health...

On This Day: National Pi Day!

Pi. A concept that can be difficult to understand but is central to so many aspects of our lives. It goes on forever and ever...

On This Day: World Sleep Day!

Sleep may seem like such a normal aspect of life that it might seem silly to even talk about it! It can be one...

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Contract delay sparks clash

This week’s Livingstone Shire Council meeting saw a heated discussion between councillors, with concerns raised about delays in the Marlborough pool contract. The contract relates...

Autumn weather is here

The Autumnal time of the year has arrived. Biloela recorded a 15.6C minimum last Sunday, the coolest minimum since 7 December, 2025. Places across the Central...

This week’s Blood Bulletin

Did you know that 60 per cent of Australia's population is eligible to donate blood products, yet only about three per cent actually donate? This...

Walter Reid open for a day

Today News Group journalist Sophie Mossman was out and about on Saturday, 21 March snapping photos of people checking out what's on offer at...

Sweet fundraiser in store on Saturday

The Rockhampton community is being called on to satisfy their sweet tooth for a good cause, with Galactic Donuts set to host its Chew...

Gum Nut Railway on the move

Once a popular attraction at the Rockhampton Heritage Village, the Gum Nut Railway is now chugging toward a future elsewhere, with Rockhampton Regional Council...

Cardiology ward opens at Rockhampton Hospital

Rockhampton Hospital officially opened its new Cardiology Ward on Wednesday, 18 March, which will give better access to cardiology services for Central Queenslanders. The purpose-built...

Teen crime spree leads to 15 arrests across Capricornia District

Over the past weekend, 15 teenagers have been charged with property crime offences across the Capricornia District as part of ongoing arrests made as...

Stop, check and protect

As scam activity continues to rise, Australians are increasingly being targeted by criminals using sophisticated tactics, fear and urgency to exploit trust. Local bank, Auswide...

Call to take action on fuel prices

Shadow Treasurer Shannon Fentiman has called on Premier David Crisafulli to take action, as escalating fuel prices driven by war in the Middle East...

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