On the roads to ruin under Labor Government
This week, I called on the Labor Government to invest in Australia’s regional, rural, and remote road network to support local governments, improve road...
Farm worker rescued from collapsed silo
A farm worker was conscious and talking with his rescuers while attempts were made to free his lower body entrapped when part of a...
State’s cooking with gas
State Gas has achieved mechanical completion and commenced commissioning of its compressed natural gas facility in the Central Highlands.
When commissioned, the CNG...
Man’s legs injured in Arcturus silo collapse
Emerald-based emergency services spent 90 minutes fighting to free a man trapped under the roof metal of a collapsed grain silo at Arcturus on...
Council beds down housing agreement with miner
A legally binding housing agreement between a young coal mining company and the Isaac Regional Council hopes to inspire industry players to follow suit.
Vitrinite...
Abbot Point celebrates 40 years of operation
Abbot Point Operations (APO) is celebrating four decades of safe and responsible operations at the North Queensland Export Terminal, Australia’s most northern deepwater...
Minister a reluctant visitor to Highlands
Queensland Minister for Resources and Critical Minerals Scott Stewart has refused to commit to visiting the Central Queensland Gemfields or the Winton Opal fields...
Communities where Aussie spirit shines
I would like to acknowledge the importance of recognising the amazing work of Australians through various Australia Day awards.
Firstly, I would like to congratulate...
Top job challenge in Central Highlands
Central Highlands Regional Council Mayor Kerry Hayes is in a two-way race to retain his position, following the challenge issued by sitting councillor Janice...
A vision where people stay and play
Dr Gillian Wilkins believes that the Central Highlands has a wealth of opportunity and growth to offer as a destination.
The former veterinarian...
Karen’s got local knowledge in spades
Karen Newman describes herself as a "proactive sixth-generation Central Highlander" who is invested in the future of the region.
Born and bred in Springsure, as...
CQU researcher’s deep learning project could combat invasive Lantana species
The fight against the invasive plant Lantana Camara could receive a significant boost with a CQUniversity researcher’s project using deep learning technology to help...
Association proud to support LifeFlight
Showing the difference the community can make when they come together was evident on Tuesday 8 June when members of the Bundaberg Rugby League...
