What is spousal maintenance?
When you are the high-income earner in a relationship that is breaking down, a common question is "What expenses do I have to continue...
Discovering Dunedin
Having explored the tourist meccas of the South Island of New Zealand (Queenstown and Christchurch) I thought it was time to venture further afield...
CHDC invests in region’s future
A major new initiative is set to mobilise the power of partnerships in a bid to grow the Central Highlands economy.
The Central Highlands Development...
Gun owners unfairly targetted in new laws
Just days after the Bondi terror attacks, the Prime Minister launched an attack on law abiding gun owners.
He blamed the attacks on guns...
From dry to drenched – our region responds
A wet start to the year has certainly kept us busy.
Following last week’s rain event, I’ve been keeping a close eye on...
Celebrating what we love about Australia
It’s been a whirlwind of a start for 2026, with natural disasters, the aftermath of great tragedy and a few sporting fields left unplayed....
Six months of Jack’s Law
Queensland has seen a decrease in knives and other weapons on city streets thanks to six months of Jack’s Law.
Since Jack’s Law was made...
TAFE Careers Expo opens doors to real jobs and real futures in CQ
With workforce shortages continuing to hit key industries across regional Queensland, CQUniversity’s 2026 TAFE Careers Expo has provided a crucial link between Central Queenslanders...
Locals back LNP break-up
Central Queensland's Federal LNP representatives have backed the National Party's move to split from the Liberal Party.
All Nationals shadow ministers resigned from the front...
Council urges residents to take health precautions and reduce mosquito risks after flooding
Livingstone Shire Council is reminding residents to take practical steps to protect their health following recent flooding, with increased mosquito activity and heightened risks...
Flash flooding catches out driver
A B-double truck slid off the Gregory Highway and jackknifed at the irrigation drain south of Theresa Creek, overnight on Wednesday, 21 January, after...
Gracemere sale sees firm store market
Gracemere combined agents saw a strong yarding of 1409 head, come to hand at this week’s Prime and Store Sale, consisting of 589 steers,...

















