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Emerald student on ministerial council

Emerald State High School captain Shuvandi Pretorious has shared her thoughts on a range of education matters at the recent Ministerial Student Advisory Council....

Biosecurity boost for CQ

The State Government is delivering stronger biosecurity across central Queensland, with eight new frontline officers recruited as part of an election commitment to reinstate...

News Bargaining Incentive a win for regional communities

Regional news publishers have welcomed the release of draft News Bargaining Incentive legislation and urged all Members of Parliament, regardless of party, to support...

Countdown on until Census night

$77M needed for critical road repairs

Middlemount to host Rabobank succession planning session

Standout results for weaners at Emerald

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Sport

Close calls and blowouts in Round 2 of A-Grade

Round 2 of the Central Highlands A-Grade was back on Friday and Saturday, 1-2 May which saw a couple of score blowouts and close...

Capricornia rue missed conversion at 47th Battalion

When chasing championship glory, the smallest one-percenters all add up. And it was a seemingly regulation conversion that came back to haunt Capricornia’s trophy hopes...

Capricornia march to gold

Capricornia’s women have marched through the 47th Battalion Carnival as undefeated champions. The team, made up of players from Rockhampton, Gladstone and Central Highlands rugby...

Cherry Rose looks to bloom in The Archer

The broodmare barn will be in the thoughts of Rockhampton trainer Jamie McConachy and the Sparrow family of Alpha in central Queensland if talented...

Superb turnout for Anzac Clash

Emerald Tigers Rugby League Club hosted its sixth annual Anzac Clash on Saturday, 25 April, and saw some fierce competition, with New Zealand narrowly...

Superb turnout for Clash

Emerald Tigers Rugby League Club hosted their sixth annual Anzac Clash on Saturday, 25 April and saw some fierce competition, with New Zealand narrowly...

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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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Shining a light on volunteers

As we approach National Volunteer Week (18–24 May 2026), I would like to take the opportunity to shine a spotlight on our local volunteer...

Anzac Day special to the Highlands

Last weekend, our Councillors and council staff joined residents in towns and communities across the Central Highlands to attend Anzac Day dawn services, parades...

Church destroyed, but faith remains

Police have refused to rule out arson as investigations continue into the devastating fire that destroyed Blackwater's Mary Immaculate Catholic Church in the early...

Here to make a difference

Bronwyn Dalton is heavily invested in the Blackwater community and a believer that a decision-making role on the Central Highlands council could only benefit...

Stability and trust needed in council

For almost 30 years, Emerald's Christine Wilson has worn dual hats as a successful small business operator and educator. Where the two careers collide is...

Amanda just wants to stop the rot

Campaign slogans don't get much catchier than 'Stop the Rot - Vote Phillpott'. But there's substance behind this 33-year-old local business dynamo who has already...

Bring people on council’s journey

Sharyn Heiskari spent 18 years involved in the operational side of the Central Highlands council. Now, after 10 months of 'retirement', she can't wait to...

Feeder market strengthened

Gracemere combined agents yarding a total of 2806 head this week, consisting of 1453 Steers, 804 Heifers, 407 Cows, 30 Cows & Calves, 88...

Cost of living hits sector

Local leaders from the community sector met with representatives from the Queensland Council of Social Service (QCOSS) in Rockhampton earlier this month to discuss...

Screen time is shaping your brain – but you can take control

Every click, scroll and decision is training your brain – and experts say those choices may matter more than you think. However, CQUniversity Adjunct Senior...

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