Goodbye to a local legend
Rockhampton has lost a local legend, with the passing of Brian Wheatley of Wheatley Welding Works fame on June 20.
Born in 1936, Brian was...
Homestead restored to former glory
After being closed for five months due to repairs and maintenance works, the historic Greycliffe Homestead in the Dawson Valley is once again open...
Heritage Village is back
It's been a long time coming, but the Rockhampton Heritage Village will reopen its doors on Monday.
The village was closed in March 2020 in...
Focus on infrastructure
A massive investment in three major infrastructure projects is the centerpiece of Rockhampton Regional Council's 2021-22 budget, unveiled last week.
Rockhampton Mayor Tony Williams said...
Livingstone delivers surplus
Livingstone Shire Council will deliver a net surplus of $297,000 in its 2021-2022 budget while keeping rates for the average residential ratepayer unchanged from...
Stanwell legend says goodbye
After more than 30 years as a teacher's aide, Janet Heath feels like she's 'part of the furniture' at Stanwell State School.
Mrs Heath retired...
Funding boost for Men’s Shed
On Monday June 7 we were honoured to accept a donation from the Commonwealth Bank Employees from the branch at Stockland’s Shopping Centre.
One of...
Eye doctor helps fast track surgeries
Gold Coast-based ophthalmologist Dr Louise Robinson has brightened the vision of many indigenous Central Queenslanders.
Monthly visits have shown to improve the level of...
Two faces of relay
Faces of the Gladstone Relay For Life, John Cunningham and Sierra Knopke are calling for the community to rally together for this year’s Relay...
Flip the script on negative thoughts
“If you want to change your life, begin by changing your words. Start speaking the words of your dreams, of who you want to...
Creepy and kooky performance
Take a bow, Addams Family!
I reserved my Friday night to witness greatness at our Pilbeam Theatre and I was definitely not disappointed.
There is...
Dealing with disappointment
This week, I want to dissect the dreaded but crucial topic of disappointment. I think this is an important discussion to have and it...
Hype chasing second successive Rocky Cup win
Former Tasmanian trainer Aiden Nunn is hopeful Hype can help solve a dilemma with a successful defence of his Rockhampton Cup crown at Callaghan...
