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Nominations now open for the 2026 Queensland Training Awards

The Queensland Government has opened nominations for the 2026 Queensland Training Awards, marking 65 years of celebrating the apprentices, trainees, teachers and employers who...

$100 boost for school Families coming

Every primary-school-aged child across Queensland’s state, catholic and independent schools will receive a $100 credit to help ease costs for families. The Queensland Government's Back...

Opportunity to celebrate

Recently, I was able to celebrate Australia Day and reflect on what it means to me. On Australia Day, we acknowledge and celebrate the contribution...

Astronaut, distance runner win nation’s highest honours

New DMS for Blackall Hospital appointed

A united voice delivers results on feral pig control

Gemfields man dies in vehicle rollover near Anakie

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Sport

Country meet brings heat

The inaugural Queensland Country Championships made a monster splash in Rockhampton last weekend. Beginning last Friday and running through to Sunday, the newest major meet...

All systems go for BMX

Central Highlands BMX (CHBMX) is gearing up for a big year ahead with the club's first gate night of the year on Tuesday, 27...

Ringers up to third in Barton Shield

Springsure has climbed to third place on Central Highlands Cricket's Barton Shield ladder after a 16-run away win over Emerald Brothers last weekend. The Ringers...

Berry nice bowling by Bonnie

Emerald cricket export Bonnie Berry posted her best numbers in a Queensland Fire shirt on Tuesday. The Brothers junior lined up in two matches...

Hunt eyes Broncos double

Brisbane's indispensable man Ben Hunt is relishing his permanent switch to hooker as he eyes going back-to-back and a contract extension. The 36-year-old Central Queenslander...

Carnival returns to coast

The annual Warba Wangarunya Rugby League Carnival is back with a bang this weekend. A stacked men’s division will be the highlight as the carnival...

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CHDC invests in region’s future

A major new initiative is set to mobilise the power of partnerships in a bid to grow the Central Highlands economy. The Central Highlands Development...

Our miracle baby

One day, baby Alora Bentley will learn her story and just how precious she truly is for Rubyvale parents Kirsty and Rence Bentley. Alora...

Graveyard vandals put on notice

Central Highlands Deputy Mayor Rachael Cruwys has put on her concerned citizen hat to send a clear message to vandals who damaged the Peak...

Central Queensland brothers charged with child abuse material offences

Two brothers from Central Queensland are expected to face Gladstone Magistrates Court on Friday, 23 January after being charged with child abuse material offences....

Toddler hit by car dies

A toddler has tragically died after being hit by a car in Jade Street, Emerald, on Thursday, 22 January. The two-year-old girl was rushed to...

Maddy’s major scholarship win

Central Highlands Regional Council’s senior saleyards officer Maddy Wightman has been recognised nationally as the 2026 recipient of the Saleyards Australia Women in Saleyards...

From dry to drenched – our region responds

A wet start to the year has certainly kept us busy. Following last week’s rain event, I’ve been keeping a close eye on...

Young girl critical after being hit by car in Emerald

A pre-school age girl was rushed to Emerald Hospital in a life-threatening condition after being hit by a car on Jade Street, Emerald, on...

Glencore Coal’s First Nations Pathways Program applications open

Glencore Coal has announced applications are now open for the 2026 First Nations Pathways Program. Commencing in May 2026, the FNPP is a 26-week...

Flash flooding catches out driver

A B-double truck slid off the Gregory Highway and jackknifed at the irrigation drain south of Theresa Creek, overnight on Wednesday, 21 January, after...

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