Fuelling the political divide
Labor's Transport Affordability Bill was voted down in the Queensland Parliament on Wednesday, 25 March, but not before Gregory MP Sean Dillon accused the...
Dirty laundry hung out to dry
Emotions overflowed as insults, innuendos and accusations revealed a fractured council in the countdown to Councillor Rachael Cruwys's demise as deputy mayor.
In moving...
Scalps claimed in council refresh
In a drama-packed Central Highlands Regional Council meeting in Capella on Monday, 23 March, the deputy mayor was dumped and a long-term councillor shocked...
Not too much to refresh
As much as they said they wanted change and new experiences, Central Highlands' councillors didn't stray too far from their nominated committee choices made...
All in the genetics
A forum in Emerald has shown beef producers how technology and genetics can help cattle adapt to tropical environments.
The Genetics Australia beef forum this...
Japan invests in CH biofuel venture
Japan's Nippon Steel Trading has entered into a joint venture with Queensland's Energreen to create a cutting-edge biofuel industry in the Central Highlands.
A...
Funding boost for Blackwater community groups
Yarrabee Coal Mine is investing $180,000 into community organisations in Blackwater and the surrounding areas, aiming to make a positive difference to the community....
Fuel companies risk huge fines as supply crisis deepens
Fuel companies will soon face bigger fines for ripping off motorists as senior government figures distance themselves from secret advice suggesting a $40 cap...
Inflation rate edged down before start of Iran war
Australia's headline inflation rate fell in the final data before the Iran war up-ended the global economy.
Data published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics...
Senate Inquiry turns into a farce
Plato quoted Socrates in the *Apology* as saying that "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing."
Unfortunately, not many politicians today understand...
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...
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...
