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Resilience on show across Central Queensland

What a start to the year we’ve had in Central Queensland. Flash flooding in January from ex-tropical Cyclone Koji cut off the small community of...

Ag bodies slam disappointing EU trade outcome

AgForce has joined with Canegrowers, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and others across the agricultural sector in expressing deep disappointment at the outcome of...

Bombshell resignation – CH councillor calls it quits

In a drama-filled Central Highlands Regional Council meeting on Monday, 23 March, the longest-serving councillor Gai Sypher resigned, hot on the heels of former...

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Reflecting on a big week in politics

Deputy coup as Cruwys rolled by Newman

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Sport

Dogs win in the wet

The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have made it two from two to start the 2026 season, holding on for a hard-fought 14-10 win over the Canberra...

Cutters slice through CQ

Central Queensland suffered a disappointing defeat last Saturday in the Hostplus Cup’s Rivalry Round. The Capras travelled to BB Print Stadium to take on Mackay...

Stars of Highlands named

Central Highlands Rugby League will be represented by seven players in the new Capricornia squad this year. After taking part in the Reef v Beef...

Wheely great results at State Series

Heavy rainfall did not dampen determined spirits in Emerald on 14-15 March as Central Highlands BMX Club hosted Rounds 1 and 2 of the...

Ringers to face Bulls in Barton Shield decider

Springsure will play Clermont in Saturday’s Barton Shield grand final. The Ringers stunned Rolleston in last weekend’s preliminary final to win their way through to...

Tigers bite down on CQ

A lacklustre 20-minute period has come back to bite Central Queensland in Round 2 of the Hostplus Cup. The Capras opened the scoring early in...

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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...

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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Big numbers after rain eases in Emerald

Emerald Combined Agents yarded an increased offering of 3200 head on Thursday, 19 March, with a large number of locally sourced prime cattle on...

Rain to bring influx of mozzies

Thankfully, floodwaters have now receded across our region and the Local Disaster Coordination Centre has officially stood down. I’d like to sincerely thank everyone...

MP’s electorate to expand

A baptism of fire and floods has first-term Gregory MP Sean Dillon primed to take on the challenge of an even larger electorate with...

Record event

Some more action from some of the Central Highlands BMX riders at Round 1 and 2 of the State Series on their home track,...

Boyce backs Canavan

Central Queensland Senator Matt Canavan's elevation to leadership of the Nationals on Wednesday,11 March, has the backing of Flynn MP Colin Boyce. Mr Boyce said...

BUSHkids kicks goals

Bringing kids from the bush down to the big smoke for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet reigning NRL premiers the Brisbane Broncos and bask...

Digital classrooms may be failing students – experts call for a rethink

As concerns grow about declining student performance across literacy, numeracy and critical thinking, CQUniversity experts are calling for a major rethink of how technology...

Charity golf day a pet event

Since teeing off in 2018, the CQ Pet Rescue Charity Golf Day has become a much-loved community event in Emerald, bringing locals together for...

QCoal supports Emerald students

A $30,000 QCoal Foundation Scholarship will help ease financial pressures and allow first year James Cook University Medicine student Priya Taylor-Sidhu to focus fully...

Reflecting on a big week in politics

They say a week is a long time in politics. A couple of Sundays ago, I packed my bags for a Parliamentary sitting week....

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