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BESS future in Bleijie’s hands

The future of Bouldercombe's proposed Capricorn BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) is now in the hands of the Deputy Premier, with the project officially...

Building the foundations for Central Queensland’s future

I see every day how deeply housing pressures are affecting families across our region. From young couples trying to buy their first home to workers...

Council fails to adopt BESS benefit scheme

Rockhampton Regional Council has failed to adopt a community benefit scheme for BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects. At council's ordinary meeting on Tuesday, 24...

Be prepared for more heavy rainfall across Gladstone area

34 people rescued from stranded bus

Policeman’s Creek flash flooding alert – leave now

Holding steady through the wet

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Sport

Capras clipped by Gullies

Central Queensland were cleaned up away from home last Saturday, going down to Wynnum Manly. It was a one-sided affair, with the Seagulls cleaning up...

Central Queensland kept scoreless in tough outing against Seagulls

Central Queensland were put to the sword in Round 4 of the Harvey Norman Under-19s. Wynnum Manly hosted the contest last Saturday at BMD Kougari...

Central Queensland dethroned by super Seagulls

Central Queensland were taught a tough lesson last Saturday as they fell for the first time in the Cyril Connell Cup. The Capras took on...

Capras fire in PNG opener

Central Queensland survived being hunted down to collect two points in the opening round of the Hostplus Cup. The Capras travelled to Port Moresby to...

Spreadborough getting back in the saddle

After her time on the field was cut short in the 2025 season, former CQ turned women’s Broncos player, Bree Spreadborough, is keen to...

Bowls from around the Central Queensland greens

GRACEMERE BOWLS CLUB Saturday, 7 March at 9am Men’s Pairs – N. Jones and R. Wigginton v G. Chandler and K. Rayner Saturday, 7 March at 1pm Men’s A...

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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,...

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: National Floral Design Day!

It’s time to stop and smell the roses! Flower Design Day is all about showing appreciation for floral design as a unique and creative...

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,...

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...

Jefferies here to ‘yell at you’

Australia’s global comedy heavyweight, Jim Jefferies will bring his internationally acclaimed Son of a Carpenter tour home in 2026 for a huge run of...

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The history of The Caves Pub

The story of The Caves Hotel spans more than 130 years and began when the original owner of Olsen’s Caves, Johannes Olsen, applied for...

Government boost for council’s trainees

Central Queensland councils will share in a new round of State Government funding aimed at creating jobs and strengthening local services. The government has committed...

Banana council briefs

Race wi-fi a sure bet The Banana Shire Council has approved a $5000 community grant to assist with the installation of Wi-fi at the Thangool...

Petitions to save Deputy Mayor

The Capella community has rallied behind Central Highlands Deputy Mayor Rachael Cruwys, who faces being voted out of office at the Monday, 23 March,...

BUSHkids and Broncos kicking goals

Dingo's Geddes family - dad Adam and his kids Mackenzie, Archie and Connor - is packing the suitcases, excited and ready to take their...

Highlands’ potential is untapped

In a matter of minutes, more than 50 sticky notes were stuck to a virtual whiteboard, each one filled with a vision, hope and...

Mixed offering at Emerald

Emerald Combined Agents yarded 1600 head of cattle in a mixed-quality offering, with the majority of cattle presented in prime condition on Thursday, 5...

Letters to the Editor

E-SCOOTER REPORT TABLED It is great to see that an inquiry into e-mobility safety and use in Queensland has been finalised and a report being...

$3.5M grants program for Biloela industrial businesses

Banana Shire Council has opened a competitive grants program to drive new investment into the Biloela Industrial Precinct. The Biloela Industrial Incentives Initiative offers...

Planning for growth means planning for people

When people talk about growth in Livingstone Shire, the conversation often starts with roads, water, sewerage and other essential infrastructure. These investments are critical...

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