The Sandwich Generation: how women bear the double burden of care
Like many people in my age bracket, I watch this phenomenon unfold among my friends, especially women. I am not yet affected myself, but...
National Police Remembrance Day
This Monday, 29 September, is National Police Remembrance Day.
It is an opportunity for family members, the community and colleagues to pause and...
Letters to the Editor
GOLD PRICE
It looks as if the price of gold is rising inexorably.
This suggests that something like 110 years of financial and intellectual corruption -...
Watch Oscar hopefuls in CQ at Manhattan Short Film Fest
Rockhampton film enthusiasts will soon have the chance to cast their vote for a potential Oscar winner, with the annual Manhattan Short Film Festival...
Shining a light on unsung heroes
Get ready for a day of fun, laughter and heartfelt recognition as Carers Queensland hosts a Family Fun Day on Thursday, 2 October at...
‘Call to arms’: Peak body joins coal royalities’ fight
A call to arms has been issued by a resources sector peak body amid an escalating coal royalties stoush with the State Government.
Resource Industry...
Premier takes dig at miners in coal royalties rumble
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has come out swinging in the latest round of a heavyweight bout with the mining sector over coal royalties.
An expert...
Have your say on Moah Creek environmental report
The 20-business-day window to submit public comments on the Moah Creek Wind Farm Public Environmental Report (PER) is now open.
Central Queensland Power is seeking...
Rocky’s blueprint for thoughtful tourism
Today marks World Tourism Day, a global celebration that this year focuses on “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation” – and it’s got me reflecting on...
Energy should be golden goose
A few weeks ago, I was discussing with a friend who lives in Japan how much electricity costs in Australia. We decided to compare...
Your voyage awaits
Gaze upon Nordic Splendour with Viking’s 15-day ‘Into the Midnight Sun’ voyage from London to Bergen or vice versa.
The cruise will traverse deep-cut...
Secrets of the 2026 historical society calendar
Organisations like the Capricorn Coast Historical Society (CCHS) can only exist and continue with the help of their volunteer members.
We are fortunate to...
Super attraction in the skies
Astronomers everywhere are in for a treat on Wednesday night with a second consecutive supermoon lighting up the night sky.
For those who are unaware,...
