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Aged sector needs reform

We all deserve to reach and live through a comfortable, secure, happy and enriching old age. But Australia's aged care system is underfunded, understaffed...

Lights out without coal

Queenslanders have had the highest electricity price hikes in the country. What has gone wrong, and what needs to change? Among a decade of...

Labor fails on road safety

A continuously unacceptable road toll suggests the Albanese Labor Government could be doing more to improve road safety. Recently released figures from the department...

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Sport

Capturing the cup

The Terry Kennedy Cup was hosted at Jardine Park this year but the change of venue did not take away from the excitement or...

Carnival lights up Jardine

CQ Today journalist LIAM EMERTON was at Jardine Park on Sunday to capture the action of the Terry Kennedy Cup.

Motocross finishing in Blackwater

Blackwater Junior Motocross Club is revving up to host the final round of the Central Queensland Motocross series this weekend. More than 200 nominations have...

Emerald BMX powering on

Emerald BMX Club continues to set the pace on the regional, state and national stage. Eighteen Emerald riders travelled to Bundaberg for the annual Canetoad...

Highlands right in the battle

Two wins over local Central Queensland rivals saw the Central Highlands craft a solid weekend of football at the women’s 47th Battalion Carnival. An...

Defensive lapses cost brave Maroons in Origin decider

Queensland was heroic, but against one of the great NSW teams it only took two defensive errors to bring them unstuck and become just...

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On This Day: National Day of the Cowboy!

Saddle up and get ready to ride into the sunset with the excitement of the Wild West! Cowboys are the ultimate symbol of grit...

On This Day: National All or Nothing Day!

If it was your last day on Earth, what would you do? Dive into your goals and dreams and be willing to take some...

On This Day: National Wine and Cheese Day!

Pairing aged vino with savory nibbles creates an exquisite duet of flavors that tantalizes the palate and ignites conversations. There are some things in the...

On This Day: National Tell An Old Joke Day!

Dig out and dust off your favorite old jokes, from Knock-Knocks to the age-old question of why the chicken crossed the road. Be prepared...

On This Day: Sprinkle Day!

Make your day just a little more festive and sweet by adding sprinkles to everything this national Sprinkle Day! Within reason, of course. Oatmeal,...

On This Day: National Mango Day!

Mango is a deliciously sweet and juicy fruit from tropical regions. Did you know there’s a whole day dedicated to eating mangos! How exciting...

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News in Brief

Winter burn-offs in CH national parks Rangers from the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting planned burning operations from 22-26 July...

Focus on all facets of life

An escape from the coastal rat race has blossomed into a lucrative, laidback lifestyle for the Gemfields' Amber and Matt Betteridge. The couple, who...

Kestrel leading way for industry

A $37.2 million Federal grant will see Kestrel Coal Resources undertake an Australian-first project to develop Ventilation Air Methane reduction technology. Kestrel Chief Executive Officer...

Sapphire tourism treat

A bakery, laundromat and unique short-term accommodation in two converted train carriages at the Gemfields is before the Central Highlands council's planning department. The...

Best hoof forward

Peak Downs staged a successful gymkhana on Saturday 13 July. The club received 62 nominations for the event, with 24 Peak Downs locals coming away...

Silver service awaits

An occupational therapist and a truckload of mobility furniture arrives in Emerald on Sunday 21 July as business owner Loretta Gaudron prepares to launch...