Man dies after shark bite
A beloved school chaplain and youth pastor has died after he was attacked by a shark while fishing with his family off the Capricorn...
Livingstone Shire Council to install crucial safety signs on Great Keppel Island
In a move to improve visitor safety, Livingstone Shire Council, in partnership with Great Keppel Island Hideaway and island residents, are set to install...
Limestone Creek development appeal reaches a resolution
Following Livingstone Shire Council’s decision in November 2023 to refuse a development application for an over-55s village along Limestone Creek Road, the developer initiated...
Livingstone Shire’s generosity shines bright with Mayor’s Christmas Giving Tree Appeal
The Livingstone community has once again demonstrated its incredible generosity and community spirit, with more than 150 items donated to support local families in...
Christmas cheer in Emu Park
A very festive convoy of emergency service vehicles spread the Christmas cheer after lighting up the streets of Emu Park with their sirens and...
Spreading the holiday cheer
Emu Park Surf Life Saving Club’s annual community connection Christmas event, the Gingle Bell Party, has ignited the Christmas spirit throughout the region.
Held on...
Mayor’s many hats
As we bring 2024 to a close, it is with immense gratitude that I reflect on the successes and achievements of Livingstone Shire Council...
The transition lie
Over the past two years I have attended the official opening of two new coal mines. I have been a Senator for 10 years...
2025, perhaps a year of ‘Turning the Tide’?
I hope everyone is managing to find a little downtime with family and friends as we head into the festive season.
Thought I’d reflect a...
Be alert for parasites
External livestock parasites, Buffalo flies and cattle ticks are the greatest concern for Queensland and New South Wales farmers.
Australian producers spend over $290...
Man dies after shark bite
A man has died after he was attacked by a shark while fishing with his family off the Capricorn Coast.
Emergency services were called...
Rescue group ends year on a high
After a year back in the thick of rescuing and rehoming animals across the Central Highlands, CQ Pet Rescue is firmly on track for...

















