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Urgent call to arms

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood is urgently calling on people with type O and A blood to donate as reserves face significant pressure this Easter. With...

As the days go by

Today is the day. By mid-afternoon we will know if the second of the three Johnson children has been successful in obtaining their driver’s...

New Bishop for the Diocese of Rockhampton

The Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton has welcomed the appointment of Bishop Danny Meagher as its 11th Bishop, following an announcement by Pope Leo XIV. Bishop...

Letters to the Editor

Kirkland praises Daniel’s Law success

First month of Operation Yankee Forge sees welcome downward trend in crime

Helipad will be a life saver

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Sport

Hunt out for extended period, Harry escapes injury

It was a brutal round of rugby league, with two Central Queenslanders picking up injuries. Dingo export and Brisbane star Ben Hunt will be out...

Strap in for Easter Rodeo

Among the many events happening in Emerald this Easter weekend, thrill-seekers can expect a great show at the annual Sunflower Festival Easter Rodeo at...

Dysart take pre-season win

Dysart took positives out of its pre-season hit-out last weekend as preparations ramp up for the 2026 Central Highlands Rugby League A Grade season. Excitement...

Central Zone shooters impress in New Zealand

Seven shooters from across the Central Zone produced some great results at the ICTSF World Down The Line Championships in New Zealand from 7-17...

Juniors tee it out

Well done to the 22 Emerald Junior Golfers who played at the recent Haymans Electrical Emerald and VLI Conveyors 2026 Emerald Junior Golf Open...

Sunflower spirit gallops into Emerald’s Pioneer Park

Everything is in place as Emerald Jockey Club hosts its annual Easter Sunflower Festival race meeting on Saturday, 4 April, with organisers promising a...

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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...

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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...

Community Events Billboard

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: 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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Not the end of my story

She's bruised and lost a 'bit of bark', but former Central Highlands Deputy Mayor Rachael Cruwys is moving on. Deposed in the Monday, 23 March,...

CCTV for skate park

The Central Highlands council has applied to install CCTV cameras at the Emerald skate park to curb daylight and after-dark, anti-social behaviour. The application under,...

Double tragedy takes its toll

To his fellow Emerald Rotarians, president Ian Burnett was simply known as "I.B." - dependable, generous and always there when it mattered most. Tragically, Ian,...

High tea a celebration

Memories of 50 years of Sunflower queen, princesses, parades and family fun filled the room at the Central highlands Easter Sunflower Festival's High Tea...

Canavan on the ticket

National Party leader Matt Canavan has been preselected on the Queensland LNP's senate ticket for the 2028 Federal election, putting an end to speculation...

Mutual aid an antidote to fuel crisis

As the US-Israel war on Iran bleeds into its fifth week, the consequences of the Albanese Labor government's unilateral decision to appease Trump are...

Boyce opposes expanding Parliament

Flynn MP Colin Boyce will strongly oppose any move by the Albanese Government to increase the size of the Australian Parliament, warning it would...

Ag sector rocked by double tragedy

The agricultural sector is reeling from a double tragedy following the deaths of AgForce Central Queensland councillor Ian Burnett and his grandson Noah on...

Man and boy die after vehicle rolls into dam

Police say a report will be prepared for the coroner following the non-suspicious deaths of two people on a private property at Wyuna on...

Dezi Freeman killed after six-month search: reports

Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been reportedly shot dead by police after more than six months on the run following the killing of two officers. Victoria...

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