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Fuel companies risk huge fines as supply crisis deepens

Fuel companies will soon face bigger fines for ripping off motorists as senior government figures distance themselves from secret advice suggesting a $40 cap...

Inflation rate edged down before start of Iran war

Australia's headline inflation rate fell in the final data before the Iran war up-ended the global economy. Data published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics...

Senate Inquiry turns into a farce

Plato quoted Socrates in the *Apology* as saying that "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." Unfortunately, not many politicians today understand...

Resilience on show across Central Queensland

Ag bodies slam disappointing EU trade outcome

Bombshell resignation – CH councillor calls it quits

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Sport

Rural racing in focus

Fresh off hosting its season-opening race meeting on Saturday, the Longreach Jockey Club welcomed key figures from across the industry for the Rural Racing...

Dogs win in the wet

The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have made it two from two to start the 2026 season, holding on for a hard-fought 14-10 win over the Canberra...

Cutters slice through CQ

Central Queensland suffered a disappointing defeat last Saturday in the Hostplus Cup’s Rivalry Round. The Capras travelled to BB Print Stadium to take on Mackay...

Stars of Highlands named

Central Highlands Rugby League will be represented by seven players in the new Capricornia squad this year. After taking part in the Reef v Beef...

Wheely great results at State Series

Heavy rainfall did not dampen determined spirits in Emerald on 14-15 March as Central Highlands BMX Club hosted Rounds 1 and 2 of the...

Ringers to face Bulls in Barton Shield decider

Springsure will play Clermont in Saturday’s Barton Shield grand final. The Ringers stunned Rolleston in last weekend’s preliminary final to win their way through 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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On This Day: National Sticky Bun Day!

Whether a person has a sweet tooth or prefers a carbohydrate-filled treat, the sticky bun is the ideal gastronomic delight to fill the void! Fortunately,...

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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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Letters to the Editor

MATT THE AUSTRALIAN LEADER It is great to see that Senator Matthew Canavan has become the leader of the National Party after David Littleproud resigned. I...

Shortages fuelling uncertainty in CH

Central Highlands motorists are feeling pain at the bowser while the ag sector anxiously waits on news of diesel resupplies for harvesting and planting...

Fatal fire dwellings demolished

A demotion crew recently moved onto the Opal Street site of a fire tragedy where four people, including two toddlers, lost their lives in...

Big numbers after rain eases in Emerald

Emerald Combined Agents yarded an increased offering of 3200 head on Thursday, 19 March, with a large number of locally sourced prime cattle on...

Rain to bring influx of mozzies

Thankfully, floodwaters have now receded across our region and the Local Disaster Coordination Centre has officially stood down. I’d like to sincerely thank everyone...

MP’s electorate to expand

A baptism of fire and floods has first-term Gregory MP Sean Dillon primed to take on the challenge of an even larger electorate with...

Record event

Some more action from some of the Central Highlands BMX riders at Round 1 and 2 of the State Series on their home track,...

Boyce backs Canavan

Central Queensland Senator Matt Canavan's elevation to leadership of the Nationals on Wednesday,11 March, has the backing of Flynn MP Colin Boyce. Mr Boyce said...

BUSHkids kicks goals

Bringing kids from the bush down to the big smoke for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet reigning NRL premiers the Brisbane Broncos and bask...

Digital classrooms may be failing students – experts call for a rethink

As concerns grow about declining student performance across literacy, numeracy and critical thinking, CQUniversity experts are calling for a major rethink of how technology...

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