Advocacy a long game
I’ve seen issues come and go in my decades advocating for producers.
Some we resolve and we have been able to celebrate, others have...
Report highlights ag sector fortunes for year ahead are bright
Rabobank's newly released annual outlook highlights Australia's agricultural sector is well placed for the year.
That is despite expected rising global geopolitical tensions, an underperforming...
Embattled regional car dealership in the hands of receivers
A car dealership with premises in North and South Rockhampton, Emerald and Biloela has gone into receivership, leaving staff without jobs and customers out...
Man charged over ‘hit and run’ crash at Koongal
A 19-year-old Gracemere man has been charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle after allegedly stealing a black Dodge RAM which was involved...
Re-opening date for Gracemere Pool confirmed
Rockhampton Regional Council has confirmed the Gracemere Pool will officially reopen to the public on Saturday, 1 March.
Light Aquatics has been awarded as the...
Welcome to The French Connection
“Goodness” I hear you say, “David French is writing a travel column!”.
After 23 years successfully building, managing and running a financial services business...
Livingstone Shire strengthens commitment to accessibility and inclusion
Livingstone Shire Council is reaffirming its dedication to access, equity, and inclusion by continuing its strong partnership with the Capricornia Access and Equity Group...
Six CQU-trained apprentices to compete at 2025 WorldSkills Nationals
The talents of six CQUniversity TAFE-trained apprentices will be put to the test when they compete at the 2025 WorldSkills National competition in Brisbane...
Assets acquired after separation
When a relationship breaks down and the parties are looking at sorting out a property settlement, what date should the court look at when...
NFP tax rollout
Charities and not-for-profits in Central Queensland have fed, clothed and housed the local community through Labor’s cost of living crisis with almost no assistance...
Young leaders step up
This past week has been a whirlwind of student leadership investitures at the schools of Keppel with rows of crisp new senior jackets, polished...
Investing in Banana Shire’s future
Banana Shire is growing, and with it comes new opportunities for the hardworking people who call this region home.
Council has just released the 2025...

















