The cost of car maintenance
We wouldn’t be human if we never saw a price and thought, “That’s ridiculous! No way am I paying that.”
It’s almost instinctual.
In today’s...
Wrapping up the HookUp
The 30th year of the Boyne Tannum HookUp was an incredible milestone – so much so, they had to celebrate with two fireworks displays...
New era for Nursing at CQUniversity
A new Dean is leading the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences (SNMSS) at CQUniversity.
Professor Lisa Wirihana was recently appointed to the role...
What sets great customer service apart
It never ceases to amaze me—the variance in customer service across businesses and organisations.
From the very small to the large corporations, the service...
The honour of Scouts
I’m standing on the shoulders of giants.
When I consider the Scout volunteers who’ve walked before me, I am both inspired and intimidated.
As...
Celebrating small business
Local businesses are the heart of every regional community and supporting them is crucial to creating a vibrant society and economy.
Each May, Queensland Small...
19-year-old charged: armed robbery, Allenstown
Police have charged a 19-year-old man following an alleged robbery with violence at Rockhampton on Tuesday, 6 May.
Around 1.30pm it is alleged a man...
One of Central Queensland’s top performing hotels listed for sale
The Mercure Rockhampton hotel and an adjoining development site are set to be listed for sale later this month amid ongoing interest in regional...
Armed robber arrested – West Gladstone
Gladstone detectives have charged a 39-year-old Baree man following an armed robbery incident in West Gladstone on Monday.
Police will allege around 3.30pm on May...
Welcome to Nicholai’s studio
The world of an artist is a great mystery to most people. In a society that values wealth and status, responsibility and conformity, the...
Labor’s success is good news on the EV front
I usually avoid political comment, but the Federal Election result must be an encouragement to EV supporters.
The re-election of the Labor Government...
Vehicle fire closes highway at Bajool
Emergency services rushed to Bajool on Wednesday, 7 May, with a vehicle fire closing the Bruce Highway in both directions.
A police spokesperson...
Grants now open
Community organisations play a vital role in strengthening the fabric of our society.
They provide essential services, support local causes, foster social connection, and give...
