Goals for Callide gas plant
Callide has been touted to play a key role in the Queensland Government's Energy Roadmap launched last week.
CS Energy chief executive officer Brian Gillespie...
Honouring the fallen
Emerald and Central Queensland firefighters, dignitaries and emergency services personnel bowed their heads as one as the names of the 60 Queensland firefighters who...
Brigalow Arts Festival returns to Banana Shire Regional Art Gallery
The 2025 Brigalow Arts Festival burst to life on Friday, 10 October, as the Banana Shire Regional Art Gallery in Biloela played host to...
CQUniversity alumnus embarks on mission to improve Australia’s biosecurity
When Melinda Hashimoto became the first in her family to graduate university, she opened the door to a career that is helping to shape...
Blair Athol mine reserves upgraded
After four decades of operation, updated thermal coal reserves have extended the life of Terracom's flagship Blair Athol mine to 2033.
The company confirmed...
School ‘discourages’ use of metal water bottles
Emerald North State School has 'strongly discouraged' the use of metal water bottles, such as popular brands Yeti and Stanley, on school grounds from...
Big year for Mount Morgan
This week I had the privilege of visiting the Mount Morgan Mine site for a tour with Heritage Minerals, before attending a community meeting...
Let’s celebrate excellence: nominations now open for AgForce Producer of the Year 2025
The Producer of the Year Award is more than a title - it’s a celebration of the very best of Australian agriculture.
Following the...
Construction on Canning Street
Major construction along Canning Street is set to begin next week to improve safety for drivers and pedestrians around the Hospital District.
The $2.6 million...
Rising star in his own Lane
Determination, passion and remarkable support from his family, continue to keep local bull rider Lane Cross right up there when it comes to competition...
$20 thousand fishing comp launched
Frenchville Sports Club is thrilled to announce the return of Rocky’s Ultimate Cash Catch for 2025, inviting anglers from across Australia to cast their...
No hurry on trip west
My great friend Phil has in my opinion, one fault.
Stuck in Queensland during lockdown, myself, Phil, and another friend took ourselves to the far...

















