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Emerald Coaches expands regional Queensland operations

Emerald Coaches has confirmed the successful acquisition of the Bowen, Ayr, Mirani and Collinsville depots from Trans North and Bowen Transit, further strengthening the...

The event that is a true favourite

One of my favourite times of the year has arrived, and for me and other entrants, it starts today with scrutineering. For others, it...

ECQ announces CHRC councillor by-election on 16 May

The by-election for the vacant Councillor position on the Central Highlands Regional Council will be held on Saturday, 16 May. The by-election was triggered by...

Super-K flu threat grows amid falling vaccination rates

Forster’s rapid rise in US

Groups benefit from funding round

Mixed quality at Emerald sale

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Sport

The must-haves for CQ

With the potential of Central Queensland becoming the 20th NRL franchise, the Today News Group has had an in-depth look at what our very...

Central Queensland suffer heartbreak in final seconds

Central Queensland broke their pointless run in the Mal Meninga Cup, salvaging a draw against Norths last Saturday. The Round 8 contest saw the Capras...

Murray-Robinson ‘here to be competitive’

Ahead of the 2026 Central Highlands Men's A-Grade Rugby League season Emerald Tigers are sharpening their claws with the help of their new coach,...

Emerald Rams gearing up for 2026 season

Rugby Union in the Central Highlands is gaining momentum, with teams from Emerald, Blackwater and Moranbah playing each other in the lead-up to the...

Bucking good show

Hooves flew at Emerald's annual Easter Rodeo on Saturday, 4 April, coinciding with the Sunflower Festival, and it was once again a well-received event. Despite...

Under-20s grand final time

The Central Highlands Rugby League Under-20s competition will host its grand final at McIndoe Park on Saturday, 11 April, between Emerald Brothers and Blackwater. To...

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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 ages...

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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 ages...

On This Day: Respect Your Cat Day!

Feline friends can offer love, companionship and joy to individuals and families who choose to adopt a cat as a pet. Though cats can certainly...

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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 ages...

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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 ages...

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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 ages...

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Sun shines on festival fun

Easter Saturday began with the Central Highlands Sunflower Festival's annual street parade before the crowning of the Queen and Junior Princess and a day...

News in Brief

Council by-election looms The Electoral Commission of Queensland is yet to announce a by-election date for the replacement of Central Highlands Councillor Gai Sypher....

Easter in Emerald sunflower parade

Driver error blamed for horror highway crash

A Coroner's Court has found a head-on collision on the Capricorn Highway east of Comet that resulted in the death of two male adults...

Town hall venue for ag icon

More than 1000 mourners from across Queensland and interstate are expected to fill the Emerald Town Hall for the funeral of agriculture titan Ian...

50 reasons to smile

High fuel prices kept Emerald families home for an Easter stay-cation, ensuring crowd numbers for the Central Highlands Easter Sunflower Festival street parade and...

CH nurse avenue of honour to be unveiled

The Central Highlands council has joined forces with the Emerald RSL Sub Branch and the Emerald District Historical Association to create the first ever...

Nation tops up fuel supply after Easter demand

Demand for fuel has spiked by a third during the Easter break as Australia secures more petrol and diesel. The nation had supply until mid-April,...

Early exploration in Taroom Trough

After the State Government gave the green light for oil exploration in the Taroom Trough, there are already signs of promise that there could...

Urgent call to arms

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood is urgently calling on people with type O and A blood to donate as reserves face significant pressure this Easter. With...

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