Australia’s most precious resource
It was with some surprise that I read Senator Matt Canavan’s article last week (“Hydro industry’s challenge” (4 March, 2023).
Senator Canavan argued that the...
One step closer to manufacturing boost
It’s exciting to update you that Central Queensland is one step closer to a manufacturing boost, with laws to create the Albanese Government’s new...
Fight for life-saving drug
A Rockhampton family has been left gutted and disappointed after life-saving medication for cystic fibrosis, Trikafta for six to 11-year-olds, was referred back to...
Smoke advice for residents
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) haved begun conducting planned burning within Mount Archer National Park and Bouldercombe Gorge Resources Reserve which started...
Fire heartbreak
Brett Paul’s heart sank when he saw his family’s cafe destroyed by a fire on the weekend.
The Smoooth Juice Cafe on the corner...
Shitbox Rally to start in Rocky
That’s right, Shitbox Rally the largest community fundraiser in Australia for Cancer Council are taking over the largest ferry in Australia for an overnight...
Coast drenched in weekend downpour
The Capricorn Coast was on clean-up duty on the weekend after a Saturday morning downpour dumped more than 600mm of rain in some areas,...
Teen charged after botched robbery which hospitalised 73yo victim
Rockhampton police have taken two 16-year-old males into custody after an alleged attempted armed robbery and assault, which led to the elderly occupant being...
New chaplain for QPS
Capricornia police officers and staff will receive support from a new chaplain, with Leighton Johannesen stepping into the busy role last week.
Regional Police...
Glamping at The Salty Lime Co.
Already a popular location for weddings, health retreats, yoga workshops, corporate team building, finger limes and more, family owned and operated orchard, The Salty...
Coastal community honours its creeks
With a desire to honour local creeks and the champions who have maintained the protection of them, Don Waterson is hosting a free special...
Inspiring tech, sustainability, community careers earn CQU Alumni Awards
CQUniversity has announced four recipients of its 2023 Alumni Awards and paid tribute to their impacts across technology, regional development, sustainable farming, and youth...
BOM boss defends bungled $96m website upgrade
The newly-minted boss of Australia's national weather agency has tried to shut down a brewing political storm, defending its $96.5 million website overhaul.
Bureau of...
