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Car pollution kills 11,000 Aussies, hospitalises more

Pollution from motor vehicles could be killing thousands more people than road accidents, with new research finding more than 11,000 Australians die prematurely every...

Russia isolated as UN marks one year of Ukraine war

The United Nations has overwhelmingly isolated Russia, marking one year since Moscow invaded Ukraine by calling for a "comprehensive, just and lasting peace" and...

R Kelly avoids lengthy add-on to 30-year jail sentence

R Kelly has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for child pornography and enticement of minors for sex but will serve all but...

British museum secures David Bowie’s massive archive

London's Victoria and Albert Museum museum has secured the archive of late music star David Bowie for the nation, acquiring more than 80,000 items...

In full swing

The third time is the charm for Rockhampton Crime Stoppers as they finally hosted their Charity Golf Day after the rain washed out two...

Commissioner concerned about kids’ human rights

Queensland’s human rights watchdog says it has been stonewalled by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk on a bill to tighten youth justice laws, which it fears...

RMOA’s first milestone

The Rockhampton Museum of Art is set to celebrate a milestone on Saturday, 25 February, as it marks one year since the doors first...

Bike shed for peace of mind

Selectability for mental health and suicide prevention are about to launch their latest initiative, a Bike Shed in William Street, Rockhampton. Bike Shed Coordinator Paul...

Tee-ing up against crime

Twenty-five teams took to North Rockhampton Charity Golf Day to raise awareness and put the finger on crime. The day included prizes and multi-draw...

Local MP questions new laws

A local politician has questioned whether new drug laws with a focus on diversionary programs will undermine the Palaszczuk Government’s newly-introduced youth crime bill. The...

Roadworks enter Stage 3

Long-running roadworks on Farm and Alexandra Streets are expected to conclude by the end of May, with Stage 3 kicking off on Saturday, 25...

Farmer survives grain collapse

Baralaba farmer John Lawson is counting his lucky stars after he survived a very uncomfortable hour-and-a-half trapped up to his neck in a grain...

Funding boost for careers

Women across Queensland are set to benefit from a new $20 million support package aimed at helping them re-enter the workforce after extended career...