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Cattledogs first loss for the season

Round 4 of the Central Highlands Social 7s competition on Saturday, 7 March at Morton Park, saw Capella lose a match for the first...

The Parky’s pebble in the pond

Emerald's Peter Bailey wasn't afraid to do the hard yards when he founded and built up a local Parkinson's support group in May, 2025. He...

Passion and pride in RFDS project

With work powering ahead on the RFDS (Queensland) aeromedical patient transfer facility at Emerald Airport, RFDS ambassador and board member Russell Postle had one...

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Devil Dogs and Bears gnash their teeth in under-20s comp

Amid the weekend deluge, Round 4 of the Central Highlands Under-20s Rugby League competition went ahead on Saturday, 7 March at Hinricks Oval. Clermont sank...

Clermont into decider after washouts in week one of finals

A wet weekend saw both of the Barton Shield finals abandoned before a ball was bowled. By virtue of finishing top of the ladder, Clermont...

President takes to the court

Emerald and District Lawn Tennis Association had a great night of gameplay on Friday, 6 March, with their inaugural President’s Challenge. Coinciding with their Friday...

CQ filly’s marvellous Group 1 triumph

Star Central Queensland filly Sheza Alibi is the talk of the Australian horse racing scene after her emphatic first Group 1 victory at Randwick...

Central Queensland dethroned by super Seagulls

Central Queensland were taught a tough lesson last Saturday as they fell for the first time in the Cyril Connell Cup. The Capras took on...

Central Queensland kept scoreless in tough outing against Seagulls

Central Queensland were put to the sword in Round 4 of the Harvey Norman Under-19s. Wynnum Manly hosted the contest last Saturday at BMD Kougari...

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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: 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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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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GIRLS’ mentoring magic

The 2026 Girls in Resources Leadership Skills (GIRLS) mentoring program has launched with 20 Year 12 students and their resources industry mentors gathering in...

BMX track ‘like the Bruce Highway’ after flooding

The Harbour City BMX Club will bounce back from damage suffered from the heavy rain in Gladstone on Monday, 9 March. President Nathan Irving said...

Facing cost of living pain

Australians are facing more cost-of-living pain as farmers struggle to cope with war-induced fuel supply and price struggles. Shipping has been disrupted through the Strait...

Canavan elected as Nationals leader

New Nationals leader Matt Canavan has outlined a nationalistic agenda for his regional party and signalled how he intends to fight off a surging...

RFDS recognised for safety

Safety and Quality is a cornerstone of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) values and its commitment to the highest operational...

Bill cuts council red tape

The State Government says the passing of the Local Government (Empowering Councils) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill in Parliament will allow rural and regional...

Canavan to run again

Senator Matt Canavan plans to run for the leadership of the Nationals once again, after Maranoa MP David Littleproud announced his decision to step...

Littleproud steps down as Nationals leader

Nationals leader David Littleproud is stepping down as leader of the Nationals, saying he's had enough. Mr Littleproud announced on Tuesday he would resign...

Policeman’s Creek flash flooding alert – leave now

The Central Highlands Regional council issued an emergency alert at 9.30am, Monday 9 March, for residents surrounding Policemans Creek at Rubyvale to move to...

Mixed offering at Emerald

Emerald Combined Agents yarded 1600 head of cattle in a mixed-quality offering, with the majority of cattle presented in prime condition on Thursday, 5...