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Yarding steady as heifer prices lift

Gracemere combined agents saw a slightly increased yarding this week with a total of 1844 head, consisting of 735 Steers, 584 Heifers, 385 Cows,...

Airfare relief a flight of fancy

Cheaper Qantas airfares aren't going to land for commuters through Emerald Airport. The Central Highlands Regional Council and its business arm, Central Highlands Development...

Amanda sworn in and underway in new role

Amanda Phillott got her first taste of life as a Central Highlands councillor tucking into a chair and taking up proceedings at the Wednesday,...

Demand for heavy cattle

Alison receives OA medal

Australian Made Week – is the green and gold logo failing Aussie food producers?

Labor’s story full of broken promises

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Sport

Beg Me’s superb ‘Cupset’

Having just arrived in his new home of Emerald, Beg Me claimed one of the biggest upsets in Emerald Cup history last Saturday. The well-travelled...

Bella’s US success

Emerald's Bella Afutoto Leaegaiesolo has returned from Florida with an international championship title from the Tropical Sevens Tournament earlier this year in April. As part...

Western 7s back again

The annual Western 7s Rugby Union carnival is back at McIndoe Park on 22-24 May, and is sure to be a jam-packed weekend of...

Central Highlands to face Central West

After a hiatus of more than a decade, the Drummond Range Cup is making its return, and Central Highlands' men's squad are gearing up...

So Outrageous seals the Calliope Gold Cup

Emerald galloper So Outrageous claimed the recent $12,000 Ulton Calliope Gold Cup (1608m). Former Biloela State High School student Jaimee-Lee Devine piloted the five-year-old gelding...

A-Grade close competition

Round 4 of the Central Highlands A-Grade Rugby League competition saw Bluff and Middlemount take a bye, but competition remained strong over the weekend,...

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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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Budget demonstrates Queensland’s key resources role

Queensland’s peak resources body declared the 2026 Federal Budget highlights just how critical the Sunshine State's mining and energy sector remains to Australia’s economy. Queensland...

Cattle Levy Review Committee releases first Discussion Paper

Cattle Australia's first discussion paper about the review of the grass-fed Cattle Transaction Levy (CTL) is the first of several consultation opportunities for the...

The trouble with Johnson grass

Most people in agriculture will have seen and even cursed Johnson grass plants growing in their crops, creeks or gullies. The plant was originally...

NDIS overhaul: $32b in cuts sparks regional concerns

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) overhaul has now been confirmed in the Federal Budget, with the Albanese government announcing an expected $32 billion...

Creative kids help spread safety message

Creative students could have their work included in a special calendar shining a spotlight on farm safety. The 2027 Farm Safety Calendar competition launched in...

Online care improving life for aphasia patients

An online therapy program has shown early promise in improving quality of life for people living with the communication disorder aphasia in remote parts...

Project derailed by Labor

The Inland Rail is a nation-building project designed to strengthen Australia’s supply chains, reduce freight congestion, improve road safety, and deliver long-term economic growth...

Amanda Phillott declared as new CHRC Councillor

The Electoral Commission of Queensland has declared Amanda Phillott the successful candidate at the Saturday, 16 May, Central Highlands Regional Council by-election.  Electoral Commissioner...

Empowered to fight DV

Regional organisations came together at Empower 2026 last week, united in the fight against domestic and family violence (DFV). The two-day conference was held at...

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...

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