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30 years of CapRescue

CapRescue is celebrating a milestone 30 years of serving Central Queenslanders, providing a crucial service that means the difference between life and death. Since 1996,...

Crisafulli names new Police Commissioner

The Crisafulli Government has appointed Brett Pointing as Queensland’s next Police Commissioner, with the experienced policing leader set to take over from Saturday, 21...

Unsung heroes of regional Australia

There are many unsung heroes in the electorate of Flynn that often leave for work in the dark and return home in the dark. These...

Small regional builders share concerns in survey

Blackwater and Tieri Landfill Wet Weather Impacts

Protecting your voice, strengthening your future

Select batches of MILO Snack Bars recalled

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Sport

Fuller to represent region and culture in All Stars match

Rockhampton-product Trai Fuller will take part in the 15th edition of the NRL’s annual cultural showpiece event. The proud Indigenous fullback will line-up in...

Having a Ball

Emerald and District Lawn Tennis Association has once again taken to the court in preparation for the 2026 season, with another big year of...

Springing into new season

Emerald Gymnastics and Trampoline Club is getting ready to spring back into action for the 2026 season. Ahead of the competition season, Emerald Gymnastics Club...

Clermont still charging ahead in Barton Shield

Round 13 of Central Highlands Barton Shield on Saturday, 7 February saw some lower scores this week but Clermont still sitting at the top...

Young Capras talent ready for battle with Bulls

Central Queensland's youngest representatives will kick off their 2026 campaigns against local rivals this weekend. The Cyril Connell Cup and Harvey Norman Under-17s Capras...

Taipans strike in Bundy

Emerald Touch made an immediate impact in the first major carnival of the season. Three Taipans' junior squads and a single open men’s team...

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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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Beef Australia opens applications for the Graeme Acton Beef Connections Program

Beef Australia has opened applications for the 2026-2027 Graeme Acton Beef Connections Program and is calling for emerging leaders to participate as mentees in...

Quality offerings as numbers increase at Emerald

Numbers increased by nearly 400 to see close to 2230 penned at Emerald on Thursday, 12 February. Quality was good for the prime cattle,...

Brain tumour puts champ on the canvas

Emerald's one and only Hall of Fame boxer Colin Wilson reckoned he was up for the fight, and he had to be after Melbourne...

Superannuation tax changes one step closer to reality

Labor's long-running bid to increase taxes on wealthy superannuation accounts has taken a major step forward, but the Greens still stand in its way. Treasurer...

Life’s still full of wonder for Alice

Emerald's Alice Meharry celebrated her 103rd birthday on Wednesday, 11 February. Tackling puzzles and sketching nature to fill her days, the spry centenarian continues to...

Healthy surplus remains

The Central Highlands council held a surplus of $7.5 million dollars to round out 2025. Finance manager Helen Kirby told the 28 January meeting...

NSW man charged after cocaine and meth seized near Winton

Police have charged a 31-year-old man with dangerous drug offences following a vehicle search at Winton on Sunday, 1 February. It will be alleged around...

Councillors on community consultation roadshow

Council is hitting the road again in 2026, bringing community consultations to local halls and meeting places across the region, giving residents the chance...

Big benefits from recycling old tech

Council support and strong community participation are delivering real benefits from recycling old televisions and computers, cutting emissions and saving water and energy in...

Powered by people, listening to people

Creating jobs for locals and meeting with community members across the Central Highlands are important priorities for council. This week council welcomed 10 new...

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