The major stories of February 2025
1 FEBRUARY: Rockhampton is back in the spotlight with more local talent taking to the Australian Idol stage.
Last year saw two locals join the...
Looking back at January 2025
4 JANUARY: Tributes are flowing for horticulturalist Tom Wyatt following his death this week, with local leaders saying his legacy will never be forgotten....
Recall of Stretcherz Stretch Squad Dinosaur Figures
Woolworths is recalling the Stretcherz Stretch Squad Dinosaur Figures in all 12 different dinosaur designs as they may contain asbestos.
The toys contain sand and...
Ring in 2026 with New Year’s Eve at the Beach
Livingstone Shire residents and visitors are encouraged to bring their family-friendly New Year's celebrations to the New Year's Eve at the Beach event.
The free...
SharkSmart drone
The Queensland Government is delivering safer beaches in the Burnett, with SharkSmart drone surveillance now operating for the first time at Kellys Beach.
This summer,...
Lady Musgrave Experience celebrates a decade on the reef
Lady Musgrave Experience is celebrating 10 years as a premium tourism operator, marking a decade of growth, innovation and world-class access to the Southern...
A call away: Beyond Blue’s crucial reminder for isolated regional locals this holiday season
While the festive season promises joy for many Australians, this time of year can amplify feelings of loneliness, grief, stress and isolation, proving the...
Sporting Wheelies launches Christmas Appeal for disability education
Christmas is often described as the season of giving, but for people with disability, inclusion is often a gift they go without.
With more...
Resolutions already being made
Aussies are heading into the New Year with a fresh perspective, according to new research by Finder, Australia’s most visited comparison site.
A Finder survey...
Specialist homeless services operating during the holiday period
The Queensland Government is assuring Queenslanders that homelessness services will be available for those in need throughout the Christmas-New Year period.
Christmas can be...
AgriFutures Australia welcomes new Chairman
AgriFutures Australia welcomes the appointment of The Honourable Mick Veitch as its new Chairman, following the announcement by the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and...
Egret’s spectacular plumage
Egrets are breeding at the present time and they undergo a transformation from a white body with a yellow bill to multi-coloured breeding plumage.
The...
O’Dwyer claims Bilo title
Mitch O’Dwyer stole the show at the Biloela Golf Club over the weekend.
O’Dwyer claimed the top prize in the Biloela Men’s Open Championship after...
