Realities of regional Australia
As of yesterday, Labor’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) has officially kicked in, driving the cost of a brand-new car up the wall....
Getting real with fishers and farmers
On the ground meetings with hands-on fishing industry members and local farmers along with agricultural sector educators offered an important link to genuine challenges...
The trip of a lifetime awaits
One lucky reader has the chance to win the ultimate travel experience – an 8-day Viking “Rhine Getaway” river cruise for two, including return...
Final Parkhurst Industrial Area Project intersection upgrades underway
The final stage of a major infrastructure project to boost one of Rockhampton’s key industrial hubs is now underway, with works commencing at the...
Mystery of sailing club’s formation
Our historical society regularly receives requests for information, whether it be for photos, plans or other types of search.
In the past month we received...
Get the most bang for your buck this bull sale season
Central Queensland beef producers are busy preparing for the bull sale season, with many stud cattle sales getting underway this spring.
While global demand...
Finding black swans to unlock housing crisis
It was a pleasure to meet with the University of the Third Age in Yeppoon recently to discuss the “Black Swan Theory”.
You may ask,...
A lasting tribute
It’s been almost one year since our dear friend, colleague and community champion Neil Fisher OAM passed away.
He served as a councillor for over...
Raising funds for the RFDS
About 220 people attended the RFDS Rockhampton Volunteer Auxiliary's second morning tea for 2025 on Wednesday, 25 June, with regular attendee Marilyn McPhee celebrating...
Hydrogen dream fades fast
Over the past few years many politicians have promised Central Queenslanders thousands of hydrogen jobs.
Just in April last year, the Prime Minister said...
Fuelled by purpose, powered by support
From a young age, Rockhampton's Kalyna Markwell was drawn to understanding human behaviour and helping others.
That passion – sparked by personal experiences and...
River Fest line-up announced
With just one month to go, preparations are in full swing for the 2025 Rockhampton River Festival, which is set to return from 25–27...
NAIDOC marks 50 years
As we enter 2025, NAIDOC Week marks a powerful milestone: 50 years of honouring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture and resilience.
The 2025 theme,...
