From walls to wall art
Whether you’ve been driving or strolling through the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton regions, chances are you’ve spotted dozens of vibrant, eye-catching murals. But do...
‘You were my sunshine’: Mother’s tribute to daughter
The family of Samantha Fielder has paid tribute to the 21-year-old who died in a fatal collision at Nankin last weekend.
Ms Fielder was driving...
Tasmania’s winter beauty
Bogged down with a demanding business and having experienced an unusual succession of emotional challenges, around 2015, I decided to get fitter.
I thank my...
Local emergency services test disaster processes in mock exercise
The Rockhampton Region’s disaster readiness was tested on Wednesday, 6 August as Council and local emergency services came together for the annual Local Disaster...
Sienna brings new life to Gracemere
Construction has officially commenced on Sienna, the first large-scale residential development to launch in Gracemere in more than 12 years.
Marking the debut Central Queensland...
‘Suspicious item’ in Hempenstall St
Emergency services crews descended on a Hempenstall Street, Kawana, business on Tuesday, 5 August, following reports of a suspicious item located in a vehicle.
A...
Rare August rain
After the cold single figure run of temperatures followed by sunny 26C days, Central Queensland is in for a rare late winter wet Saturday.
Most...
Clermont boy’s brave battle inspires children’s book
What began as a terrifying diagnosis and felt like a never-ending nightmare for five-year-old Slater Breckon has transformed into a remarkable story of courage,...
Goodbye to local legend Glenys
Tributes are flowing for a legend of the Rockhampton community, Glenys Kirkwood, following her death at home on Monday, 28 July — just a...
Browne Park blowout
The State Government has blamed the ALP for a Browne Park redevelopment budget blowout, with the cost of Stage 1 more than doubling in...
Rocky welcomes top hockey talent for Australian country championships
Rockhampton is set to shine on the national sporting stage once again, as hundreds of players from across the country descend on the city...
Mexican beef imports spark safety concerns
In 2019, Mexico signed an agreement with Guatemala to allow the importation of live cattle.
The agreement was in response to the burgeoning "grey" trade...
Increased numbers and strong prices across the board
Gracemere Combined Agents saw an increased yarding of 3,248 head come to hand this week, consisting of 1,590 steers, 1,245 heifers, 277 cows, 8...
