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Miles promises more police for CQ

Central Queensland will see a further boost to police numbers over the next three years, with an extra 56 police promised for the Central...

More autumn grevilleas

There is so much colour in our gardens at the moment you really have time to just admire the beauty. That is sometimes harder...

Protecting Great Artesian Basin sits with Federal Government

The Great Artesian Basin sits under four states and territories of Australia, representing a water resource some 130,000 times the size of Sydney Harbour...

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Red-hot inshore fishing

Inshore and Offshore Reefs Inshore has been fishing red hot! We have had plenty of good reports of big grunter being caught on most of...

The best of the best in the world

I love the conversation about who is the best athlete in the world. It’s an easy one to strike up with friends and quite...

Unfinished business for Master Jamie

Trainer Graeme Green concedes the extraordinary racing journey of Master Jamie is nearing an end but he still has some unfinished business starting with...

Bears score first win ever in inaugural season

Berserker Bears had a moment to remember on Wednesday night, securing their first ever FQPL Central Coast Women’s victory. The Bears hosted the Frenchville...

Rockets eye Mackay upset

Rockhampton heads up the Bruce Highway for a NBL1 North showdown with Mackay on Saturday night. Despite a 0-2 start to the 2024 season, the...

Cyclones tear towards rivals

Rockhampton Cyclones have won two matches in a row but their undefeated streak will be snapped if their arch-rivals have their way on Saturday....

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Outdoor yoga with Kelly - Sapphire Join Kelly for indoor or outdoor yoga classes held at various locations in Emerald and Sapphire. Suitable for all...

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QCWA Craft group meets - Every Friday Come along have a chat and enjoy company. Time: 9am. Location: Community centre Oak Tree Village on Glenmore Road. For more...

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QCWA Craft group meets - Every Friday Come along have a chat and enjoy company. Time: 9am. Location: Community centre Oak Tree Village on Glenmore Road. For more...

The best of the fest

Rockhampton, are you ready for some rib-tickling performances by the most talked-about breakthrough stars of the moment. Look no further than the ultimate comedy roadshow,...

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Alpha State School - fundraiser The Alpha State School Student Council are offering the community an opportunity to purchase a community shirt to raise...

Skits and giggles at the Pilbeam

Like many other children in Australia, I knew of Jimmy Rees as Jimmy Giggle on the ABC Kids show Giggle and Hoot (2009-2020) which...

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Tackling DV to remain a priority for new top cop

Queensland's next top cop says domestic violence will remain a priority after its shocking rise was highlighted in the state's latest crime report. The state's...

Help stop the scourge

Family violence and violence against women has been described as a scourge on society. Federal Attorney General Mark Dreyfus last week went as far as...

Men must step up to address the ’crisis’ of violence

Echoing the words of anti-family violence campaigner Rosie Batty, Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus has called on men in Australia to “step up“ and stamp out...

Catholic Care Central Qld’s Court Support Navigator Program

Navigating the justice system can be daunting for those going through it, however Catholic Care CQ Court Support Navigator Program is in place to...

Ripple effect widens

The effects of abuse are long lasting and ripple through many aspects of everyday life for those impacted. Catholic Care Rockhampton has multiple services...

Council’s CEO search begins

The Central Highlands council is on the hunt for a new chief executive officer with councillors electing to engage an external recruitment agency. At its...