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Food security starts with fuel and fertiliser

It’s federal budget week - a time to look at the figures and see what’s in store for Ag producers like ourselves. On first...

Deadly mosquito virus in CH

Emerald residents have been put on alert to avoid mosquito bites after a case of Japanese Encephalitis Virus was diagnosed in the Central Highlands. The...

Chukkas aplenty at polocrosse carnival

Over the weekend 9-10 May, more than 100 people flocked through the gates to compete in and enjoy the horseback action at the Emerald...

White finches and black kookaburras

Boyce denies move to One Nation

Salvos High Tea

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Sport

Fielder ready for finals

As the second round of the PBR World Bull Riding Finals began on Thursday, 14 May, Brady Fielder has his eye on the prize,...

CH Women dominate at CQ Champs

The annual CQ Championships were hosted in Emerald from 2-4 May, which saw some stiff competition going toe-to-toe at McIndoe Park. With teams from Central...

CH at Weekend of Madness

A contingent from Central Highlands BMX Club was in Moranbah for their annual Weekend of Madness carnival and brought home a plethora of great...

Calliope Cup win for Williams

So Outrageous sealed a Calliope Gold Cup victory for Emerald trainer Raymond Williams last weekend. The five-year-old son of So You Think dug deep to...

Double header at Blackwater

Blackwater Golf Club will be having a double whammy with the Blackwater Open teeing off on Saturday, 16 May followed by the Pro AM...

Hooves fly at Dingo

The 81st annual Dingo Campdraft from 8-10 May saw more than 1200 runs by some terrific competitors from across Queensland. Despite the ongoing fuel crisis,...

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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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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...

Alcohol ad rules failing Australians, AMA warns

With alcohol-induced deaths at their highest rates in more than 20 years, the Australian Medical Association has called for tougher regulation of alcohol advertising...

Spreading good karma

Route 66 Motor Inn owner Chandu Chatla has launched his new community appreciation initiative - Local Legends Lunch. His aim is to tantalise the tastebuds...

Telstra tower for Pilot Farm Road

The Central Highlands council is considering a planning application for a telecommunications facility on lot 34 Pilot Farm Road. Documentation has been lodged for the...

Coalition unveils a major fuel security expansion

The Coalition has a clear plan to strengthen Australia’s fuel security by more than doubling our minimum fuel reserves to 60 days and delivering...

Tax relief for workers and pain for investors in budget

Young people entering the housing market face such significant difficulties that the government needs to break a major election promise on controversial tax changes,...

Labor slashes disability spending while the rich get richer

You’ve probably heard a lot of descriptions of Labor’s budget this week: “risky”, “brave”, “ambitious”. The truth is it’s none of these things. At...

Budget falls short for Qld producers

Queensland producers remain under significant pressure despite some positive measures in this week's Federal Budget, including recognition of fuel security, export support and indications...

Central Highlands Regional Council appoints interim CEO

Central Highlands Regional Council is set for another leadership transition, with experienced local government administrator Graeme Kanofski to take over as acting chief executive...

Dry Weather, rising costs—and why community matters more than ever

The main issues we are grappling with daily in southern inland Queensland are on the face of it - very similar to issues agriculturalists...

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