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Premier’s Gladstone oil refinery plans

Gladstone could be home to a fuel refinery if plans announced by Queensland Premier David Crisafulli to ensure the nation's fuel security come to...

Central Highlands Council rocked by CEO resignation

The high-level blood-letting at the Central Highlands Regional Council has continued with the resignation of chief executive officer Aaron Johansson at the Wednesday, 22...

CQ fourth for crime

Central Queensland has ranked fourth out of 20 Queensland statistical areas for the highest crime rate, according to the Queensland Government Statistician’s Office’s recently...

Keeping the Anzac legacy alive

Crisafulli calling for action on Taroom Trough

Date for Rockynats 07 locked in

QMines secures $15 million QIC investment to fast-track Mt Chalmers development

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Sport

Kobe in scintillating form

Kobe Hetherington’s sizzling form has caught the attention of his coach and several well-respected NRL pundits. The Gladstone-born forward has been a key cog...

CQ narrow in on Seagulls

Central Queensland have one last hurdle before finally returning home to Browne Park. The Capras are set to travel to the border, playing Tweed...

Records tumble at RN06

Rockynats is, without a doubt, morphing into a bucket-list event for car enthusiasts after another incredibly successful year. Whether it’s the rubber burning on the...

Capras hang tough for an epic win

A gritty six-point victory over Townsville was “one of the best wins” Central Queensland coach Lionel Harbin has been part of during his tenure...

Capras cleaned up in final round of Mal Meninga Cup

Central Queensland wrapped up its Mal Meninga Cup campaign with a heavy loss at the hands of Townsville last Saturday. The Blackhawks were too strong...

Back to back for Brothers

Emerald Brothers have claimed the Central Highlands Rugby League Under-20 premiership for the second year in a row. The Brethren secured a 40-28 win over...

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On This Day: Respect Your Cat Day!

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Wellshot Hotel up for awards

Ilfracombe's Wellshot Hotel will compete against venues from Brisbane and across the state in the Queensland Hotels Association's 2026 Awards for Excellence. The industry-leading annual...

Central Queensland and Rocky roar to life for Dinosaur Week

Central Queensland’s pre-historic history is set to star during the inaugural Queensland Dinosaur Week which runs from Monday, 4 May to Sunday, 10 May,...

Brunei pledges to strengthen fuel supply to Australia

The Sultan of Brunei has assured Anthony Albanese his oil-rich nation is not looking to impose any export restrictions on Australia as the prime...

CQ’s Anzac Day services

Residents from across the region will come together on Anzac Day, Friday 25 April, to honour the bravery and service of our servicemen and...

Tougher border controls are needed

A few years ago, I found myself in the High Court as an alleged Italian. Like many Italians, my nonno and nonna emigrated to...

Hearts break for Noah and his Pa

"Together in life, now together in heaven". They were the softly spoken words of a grieving Peter Williamson as he summed up the relationship between...

Average quality yarding at Emerald

Emerald Combined Agents yarded 2200 head of cattle in a fair quality offering on Thursday, 16 April. A large proportion of the yarding comprised...

Noel’s got that Anzac spirit

He shocked Anzac Day crowds in Emerald last year by announcing it was his last time behind the microphone at the commemorative dawn and...

Yancoal flies high with Kestrel buy-in

The majority stake in Kestrel coal mine, north-east of Emerald, has been sold to Chinese-backed Yancoal Australia in a deal worth up to $3.36...

Taking the region’s pulse

The Central Highlands Development Corporation is urging Central Highlands businesses to share their insights into current trading conditions. Visitor Economy Coordinator Roger John said the...

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