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Cranston's break-in Police are investigating following an overnight break-in at Cranston's Pies' southside location on Monday, 27 April. A police spokesperson said initial information indicated unknown...

Riders head West

The RideWest peloton will roll out of Brisbane on Friday, 24 April, beginning the eight-day journey west that ends in Longreach next week. The biennial...

A Golden weekend at the Mount

The historic gold mining town of Mount Morgan is ready for a planet-sized long weekend, with the Golden Mount Festival embracing the theme “Planet...

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Sport

Rockets misfire at home

Rockhampton Rockets were competitive in their first home game of the season, but lapses in concentration hurt them in the long run. The Rockets hosted...

Youthful Cyclones knocked down, but ready to fight

Rockhampton Cyclones are hoping their youth policy will pay dividends following a weekend off to regroup after consecutive losses in the NBL1 North competition. Having...

Capricornia rue missed conversion at 47th Battalion

When chasing championship glory, the smallest one-percenters all add up. And it was a seemingly regulation conversion that came back to haunt Capricornia’s trophy hopes...

Capricornia march to gold

Capricornia’s women have marched through the 47th Battalion Carnival as undefeated champions. The team, made up of players from Rockhampton, Gladstone and Central Highlands rugby...

Jett bails out the Roos

Frenchville’s super sub Jett Boaretto has spared the Roos’ blushes with a late brace to salvage a point against Berserker. It looked like the Bears...

Cup dream over for United

Bluebirds United have been knocked out of the Queensland Kappa Cup after an outstanding effort last Saturday evening. United played Doon Villa at Webber Park...

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Entertainment

On This Day: International Guide Dog Day!

Guide dogs do an incredible amount for their owners. Not only do they help guide them through their day, but they also keep them...

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,...

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Church building destroyed, but faith remains

The Catholic community of Blackwater awoke to devastating news on Tuesday, 28 April when they learned a fire had destroyed their church building in...

Windows smashed at Momo House

A Rockhampton restaurant owner has been left with thousands of dollars in repair costs after being targeted by vandals for the third time in...

Windy weather keeping boats off the water

The winds came up again this weekend keeping boater numbers low with only 15 trips registered for the week across the region. IMPORTANT NOTICE Temporary Fuel...

Capturing the Anzac spirit

CQ Today journalist MATTHEW PEARCE was on hand to take these photos from the Anzac Day services in Rockhampton last weekend.

Camper injured by falling tree in wild weather on North West Island

CapRescue was tasked on the morning of Sunday, 26 April, to assist a 24-year-old woman who was camping on North West Island when a...

Thousands on hand for Anzac Day services and parade in Yeppoon

A picture-perfect Capricorn Coast sunrise greeted the strong turnout for the 2026 Anzac Day Dawn Service at the Yeppoon Foreshore. With the sound of waves...

Anzac Day in Mt Morgan

Community members, veterans and special guests were in Mount Morgan on Saturday, 25 April, for the annual Anzac Day service. Following the parade, members of...

Rocky’s Anzac spirit

Hundreds of people gathered in the Rockhampton CBD for the 2026 Anzac Day March on Saturday, 25 April. Taking part in the march were Corporal...

Emu Park delivers a picturesque Dawn Service on Anzac Day

Commemorating the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, thousands of locals and visitors alike were up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed for the Emu Park Dawn...

Queensland’s South-east the land of contrasts and challenges

The seasonal outlook across South East Queensland continues to present a mixed and increasingly challenging picture for producers. Dry conditions are tightening their grip across...

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