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Brunei pledges to strengthen fuel supply to Australia

The Sultan of Brunei has assured Anthony Albanese his oil-rich nation is not looking to impose any export restrictions on Australia as the prime...

CQ’s Anzac Day services

Residents from across the region will come together on Anzac Day, Friday 25 April, to honour the bravery and service of our servicemen and...

Tougher border controls are needed

A few years ago, I found myself in the High Court as an alleged Italian. Like many Italians, my nonno and nonna emigrated to...

Hearts break for Noah and his Pa

Average quality yarding at Emerald

Noel’s got that Anzac spirit

Yancoal flies high with Kestrel buy-in

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Sport

Back to back for Brothers

Emerald Brothers have claimed the Central Highlands Rugby League Under-20 premiership for the second year in a row. The Brethren secured a 40-28 win over...

New CHRL season set to kick-off

The Central Highlands Rugby League A-Grade men’s competition is back for 2026. Emerald Tigers went up against Springsure on Friday, April 17, at McIndoe Park,...

Girls united tournament making its return

Preparations for Emerald Eagles Football Club’s second annual Girls United tournament are coming along, with the first round set to kick off on Tuesday,...

CQ burn Devils in comeback

Central Queensland chased down the Devils in an impressive comeback victory at Premiers’ Park. Norths were up 12-0 at half-time in Round 5 of the...

Storm duo Munster and Grant attending re-opening

Two of Central Queensland’s brightest rugby league stars are heading home to help celebrate one of the most significant moments in the region’s sporting...

Sneak peek of Browne Park’s $63m upgrades

The veil has been lifted on Browne Park Stadium, with Sports and Olympics Minister Tim Mander touring the $63 million revamped Rockhampton facility on...

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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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Emerald Coaches expands regional Queensland operations

Emerald Coaches has confirmed the successful acquisition of the Bowen, Ayr, Mirani and Collinsville depots from Trans North and Bowen Transit, further strengthening the...

The event that is a true favourite

One of my favourite times of the year has arrived, and for me and other entrants, it starts today with scrutineering. For others, it...

ECQ announces CHRC councillor by-election on 16 May

The by-election for the vacant Councillor position on the Central Highlands Regional Council will be held on Saturday, 16 May. The by-election was triggered by...

Super-K flu threat grows amid falling vaccination rates

Doctors are warning Aussies to brace for a deadly flu season, with the “Super K” strain spreading early and vaccination rates continuing to fall. Only...

Forster’s rapid rise in US

Australian country sensation, two-time Golden Guitar winner and Winton local Wade Forster has released his new single ‘Strange’, alongside an official music video with...

Groups benefit from funding round

Community groups throughout Gregory have shared in more than $700,000 in funding through the latest round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. Gregory MP...

Mixed quality at Emerald sale

The Emerald combined cattle sale on Thursday, 9 April, saw 2064 head of mixed quality cattle penned. The first sale back after the Easter break...

Special moment as trophy for Anzac Test is donated

Emerald Tigers Football Club has been a strong supporter of the Emerald RSL Sub-Branch since 2021. Each year since then, they have played their Anzac...

UPDATE: Man charged over woman’s death

A 33-year-old Queensland man has been charged with murder over the death of a woman at Avon Downs in the Northern Territory. The man, who...

Sun shines on festival fun

Easter Saturday began with the Central Highlands Sunflower Festival's annual street parade before the crowning of the Queen and Junior Princess and a day...

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