Japanese Encephalitis detected in Banana Shire
Queenslanders are urged to take measures to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes as health authorities confirmed the first detection of Japanese Encephalitis Virus...
‘Ridiculously good times’ always temporary: Cleary
Ivan Cleary always knew Penrith's good times would one day come to a halt, but he still "absolutely" believes the Panthers' season is alive.
After...
Rodeo ready to deliver the entertainment
The finishing touches for the Emerald Easter Rodeo are being completed in readiness for what is sure to be a bucking good event at...
The sky’s no limit
As she counts down the days and weeks until she jets off to the United States for Space Camp USA in July, Emerald's Jodi...
Easter: Message from The Salvos
We live in a time where bad news seems to be everywhere. Whether it is international conflicts and politics, a national cost of living...
Mining’s NEXTGEN at the coalface
Kestrel Coal recently launched its NEXTGEN immersion program, designed to engage Central Highlands students considering tertiary education pathways in the mining industry.
A three-day immersive...
Emerald jumping setting new heights
Emerald Horse and Pony Club had a contingent of five riders make the trek to Toowoomba for the annual Jumping Equitation and Showjumping State...
Easter: Significant worldwide calendar event
Easter is one of the most significant and widely celebrated events in the Christian calendar.
It marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the...
Ag In Brief
Agricultural outlook for April favourable for beef and wool
The Bendigo Bank Agribusiness’ Monthly Commodity Update finds that US tariffs should have less impact...
Helping Central Highlanders navigate their pregnancy journey
A new Midwife Navigator is working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families on the Central Highlands, supporting the delivery of culturally safe care....
Council updates
Council’s Easter opening hours
With Easter celebrations just around the corner, council is reminding the community of the following changes to opening hours over the...
Emerald auctioneer crowned Australia’s young top dog
Central Queensland’s GDL rural auctioneer Matthew Pearce was crowned the 2025 National Young Auctioneers' champion at the Sydney Royal Easter Show last week.
The 23-year-old...
Telstra tower for Pilot Farm Road
The Central Highlands council is considering a planning application for a telecommunications facility on lot 34 Pilot Farm Road.
Documentation has been lodged for the...
