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Western road closures as more rain falls

Winton residents are once again watching the skies after further rainfall pushed the Western River to moderate flood levels, though the peak fell short...

Beef forum first for Emerald

A forum in Emerald on Wednesday, March 11, will focus on the future of beef production in northern Australia. Genetics Australia’s beef forum is a...

Liberal leader’s unity call as allies rule front bench

Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has rewarded his factional allies with plum front bench roles and punted moderates to the outer. Mr Taylor unveiled his new-look...

30 years of CapRescue

Crisafulli names new Police Commissioner

Unsung heroes of regional Australia

Small regional builders share concerns in survey

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Sport

Cattledogs on the run in Social 7’s

Despite some wet weather, Saturday, 14 February was a weekend jam-packed with rugby, with the first round of Emerald’s Social 7’s kicking off for...

Fuller to represent region and culture in All Stars match

Rockhampton-product Trai Fuller will take part in the 15th edition of the NRL’s annual cultural showpiece event. The proud Indigenous fullback will line-up in...

Having a Ball

Emerald and District Lawn Tennis Association has once again taken to the court in preparation for the 2026 season, with another big year of...

Springing into new season

Emerald Gymnastics and Trampoline Club is getting ready to spring back into action for the 2026 season. Ahead of the competition season, Emerald Gymnastics Club...

Clermont still charging ahead in Barton Shield

Round 13 of Central Highlands Barton Shield on Saturday, 7 February saw some lower scores this week but Clermont still sitting at the top...

Young Capras talent ready for battle with Bulls

Central Queensland's youngest representatives will kick off their 2026 campaigns against local rivals this weekend. The Cyril Connell Cup and Harvey Norman Under-17s Capras...

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Select batches of MILO Snack Bars recalled

A select number of batches of MILO Snack Bars are being recalled due to the potential presence of small pieces of black rubber. ...

Greens see red over CH gas project

Greens Senator Steph Hodgins-May has chastised the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility for its consideration of a $110 million loan to develop a greenfield gas...

Reform critical after Queensland e-mobility injuries almost double

RACQ and its partners say enforcement, retail, education, infrastructure and hire schemes are the areas which the Government can address to protect Queenslanders as...

Beef Australia opens applications for the Graeme Acton Beef Connections Program

Beef Australia has opened applications for the 2026-2027 Graeme Acton Beef Connections Program and is calling for emerging leaders to participate as mentees in...

Quality offerings as numbers increase at Emerald

Numbers increased by nearly 400 to see close to 2230 penned at Emerald on Thursday, 12 February. Quality was good for the prime cattle,...

Brain tumour puts champ on the canvas

Emerald's one and only Hall of Fame boxer Colin Wilson reckoned he was up for the fight, and he had to be after Melbourne...

Superannuation tax changes one step closer to reality

Labor's long-running bid to increase taxes on wealthy superannuation accounts has taken a major step forward, but the Greens still stand in its way. Treasurer...

Life’s still full of wonder for Alice

Emerald's Alice Meharry celebrated her 103rd birthday on Wednesday, 11 February. Tackling puzzles and sketching nature to fill her days, the spry centenarian continues to...

Healthy surplus remains

The Central Highlands council held a surplus of $7.5 million dollars to round out 2025. Finance manager Helen Kirby told the 28 January meeting...

NSW man charged after cocaine and meth seized near Winton

Police have charged a 31-year-old man with dangerous drug offences following a vehicle search at Winton on Sunday, 1 February. It will be alleged around...

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