Anzac Day special to the Highlands
Last weekend, our Councillors and council staff joined residents in towns and communities across the Central Highlands to attend Anzac Day dawn services, parades...
Church destroyed, but faith remains
Police have refused to rule out arson as investigations continue into the devastating fire that destroyed Blackwater's Mary Immaculate Catholic Church in the early...
Here to make a difference
Bronwyn Dalton is heavily invested in the Blackwater community and a believer that a decision-making role on the Central Highlands council could only benefit...
Stability and trust needed in council
For almost 30 years, Emerald's Christine Wilson has worn dual hats as a successful small business operator and educator.
Where the two careers collide is...
Amanda just wants to stop the rot
Campaign slogans don't get much catchier than 'Stop the Rot - Vote Phillpott'.
But there's substance behind this 33-year-old local business dynamo who has already...
Bring people on council’s journey
Sharyn Heiskari spent 18 years involved in the operational side of the Central Highlands council.
Now, after 10 months of 'retirement', she can't wait to...
Feeder market strengthened
Gracemere combined agents yarding a total of 2806 head this week, consisting of 1453 Steers, 804 Heifers, 407 Cows, 30 Cows & Calves, 88...
Cost of living hits sector
Local leaders from the community sector met with representatives from the Queensland Council of Social Service (QCOSS) in Rockhampton earlier this month to discuss...
Screen time is shaping your brain – but you can take control
Every click, scroll and decision is training your brain – and experts say those choices may matter more than you think.
However, CQUniversity Adjunct Senior...
Good vibes for country music festival
The price of fuel is dropping, caravans are starting to roll across the Central Highlands and organiser John Hallam is chomping at the bit...
To reflect and always remember
Anzac Day commemorations in Emerald were bathed in Autumn sunshine and cooler temperatures as a healthy crowd gathered around the Cenotaph for the main...
Reduced numbers again at Emerald
Emerald Combined Agents yarded a reduced offering of 1000 head on Thursday, 30 April, with no bullocks and only a limited supply of well-finished...
Ag In Brief
Rural Aid launches Tax Appeal to support farmers under pressure
Australian farmers are facing mounting pressure as drought, fires, floods and rising costs continue to...
