News in Brief
Grassfire at Bajool
The Bruce Highway was closed at Bajool on Thursday afternoon, 25 September, after a grass fire spread to both sides of the...
Charity Gymkhana turns 10
The Capricorn Equestrian Centre is proud to announce the 10th Annual Charity Gymkhana, to be held on Sunday, 28 September 2025, at 291 Mount...
Frenchville unveils sensational stage three
Frenchville Sports Club has now officially completed Phase Three of its master plan and is open for business, catering to the whole family.
Stage Three...
Family’s stroke journey
When her eight-month-old daughter Bonnie started showing signs of weakness in her left side and a drooping face, Yeppoon mum Kobi Clements knew something...
Honouring those who serve us
This coming Monday, 29 September 2025 is National Police Remembrance Day.
It is an opportunity for family members, the community and colleagues to pause...
Terrific tracking titles
With the tracking and trialling season entering its closing months, it culminated in a very successful weekend for local Rockhampton Dog Obedience Club members...
Park named in honour of John Broad
Rockhampton Regional Council has officially named the new park and playground on Springfield Drive, Norman Gardens, as John Broad Park.
Mr Broad served as the...
CSO proposal to secure face-to-face banking in the regions
An alliance of regional banks, including Queensland Country Bank and The Capricornian, as well as community organisations have provided Treasury with a detailed plan...
If Meta was a miner we’d shut them down
I’m often asked why Meta (owners of Facebook) should be forced to pay compensation to news publishers.
It’s a fair question.
On the surface, Facebook can...
Boost for regional charging access
There has been more good news for EV owners and EV travellers recently.
On 20 September, the Hon Chris Bowen MP, Minister for Climate Change...
High-risk domestic violence charges, Yeppoon
Yeppoon officers have charged a 37-year-old Rockyview man following investigations into domestic violence offences this month.
Police allege the man assaulted and threatened violence towards...
Labor’s green dream, our environmental nightmare
On my many trips to the north of Capricornia, I often travel the Marlborough–Sarina Road.
Whether passing through Clarke Creek or Lotus Creek, the view...
Where local business builds community
Business Week in the Keppel region is a reminder of the vital role small and family businesses play in shaping our community.
From local...
