From heartbreak to hope
A day on the green turned into a win for charity as the Bodhi Surf Charity Golf Day received tremendous support from the local...
Resilience on show across Central Queensland
What a start to the year we’ve had in Central Queensland.
Flash flooding in January from ex-tropical Cyclone Koji cut off the small community of...
Working for a safer CQ
For too long, many Central Queenslanders, particularly in communities like Keppel and are surrounding neighbours, have felt the balance in our justice system had...
Regional areas deserve better
I recently spoke on issues born from neglect, underinvestment, and a failure to properly consider the needs of rural and regional Australia.
These issues are...
Letters to the Editor
MATT THE AUSTRALIAN LEADER
It is great to see that Senator Matthew Canavan has become the leader of the National Party after David Littleproud resigned.
I...
Reflecting on a big week in politics
They say a week is a long time in politics.
A couple of Sundays ago, I packed my bags for a Parliamentary sitting week....
Big numbers after rain eases in Emerald
Emerald Combined Agents yarded an increased offering of 3200 head on Thursday, 19 March, with a large number of locally sourced prime cattle on...
Understanding de facto property settlements
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia now have the jurisdiction to deal with de facto property settlements including same sex couples.
The first...
Small grants making a big difference
Sometimes it’s the small things that make a community.
We often hear about major infrastructure projects and big-ticket investments, and they are important. But...
Capricorn Caves unveils new accessible path
Stage one of the Capricorn Caves’ new accessible walkway has been officially unveiled this week, marking a significant step towards more inclusive tourism.
Invited guests...
Youth leaders converge at special lunch
A cohort of about 30 Year 12 students from schools in the Yeppoon and North Rockhampton area took part in the second annual Youth...
Harmony Week brings Keppel together
Communities across Keppel and Central Queensland are coming together to celebrate Harmony Week, recognising the strength and richness that cultural diversity brings to the...
Goats mow down Gladstone for second win of the season
Southern Suburbs have made a statement win in Round 3 of the Men’s Central Queensland Hockey League.
The Goats took on Gladstone at Kalka Shades...
