New UK finance minister reverses tax plan
Britain's new finance minister Jeremy Hunt has sought to rebuild investor confidence in the UK by reversing nearly all of Prime Minister Liz Truss's...
Jack Charles honoured in Melbourne
A state funeral was held in Melbourne to honour the Indigenous elder and storyteller Uncle Jack Charles.
The service was held at Hamer Hall on...
Growing up, Rocky
After writing two poetry books, author Patty Beecham has decided to pen a memoir about growing up in Rockhampton.
MsBeecham said her book ‘Growing up,...
FOGO trial ‘wheely’ good
Rockhampton Regional Council has officially marked the end of the Food and Garden Organics (FOGO) trial period, but the service is set to continue...
Life lessons with a pole dancer
Have you heard the joke about the bearded 61-year-old man who showed off his pole dancing skills on national television? If you watched Australia’s...
Farewelling a great dad, loving husband and doting grandfather
Last week my family and I laid to rest my dear father William Bruce Martin. Following is a small extract from my eulogy.
My father...
Looking to the future of work
Five hundred Queensland businesses have provided insight into trends among the workforce as they move into the future.
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry...
Sharing their love of rail
The Friends of Archer Park are celebrating their 30th anniversary on Thursday, 20 October, but for the dedicated volunteers who support the rail museum...
Giving back priority for Tayla
After letting her own self-doubt hold her back, CQUniversity student Tayla Greenalsh is looking forward to a rewarding nursing career that will support other...
Methane push a ‘load of hot air’
Cattle farmer Julie Sheehan feels there's "more important things" the Australian cattle industry should be focused on than joining a US-led push to slash...
There for everyone in the community
The Queensland Police Service say they will be better equipped to assist members of the LGBTIQ+ community after an intensive two-day course.
More than...
The right to be a child
Children’s Week is an annual event celebrated in Australia held around the fourth Wednesday in October.
In 1996 it was decided to adopt a permanent...
CQ shines at wedding awards
Central Queensland businesses have walked down the aisle on the national stage, with 11 local service providers recognised at the Australian Wedding Industry Awards.
The...
