Highlands wins with Cabinet visit
The State Government’s Community Cabinet, held in Emerald on Sunday 17 and Monday 18 August, delivered strong outcomes for the Central Highlands.
Residents, businesses and...
From paddock to podium: Glenisa Angus shines on every stage
It’s been success after success this year for the Wise family of Glenisa Angus.
In May, Glenisa proudly hosted 250 Angus enthusiasts from around the...
$13.6m in funding for Braking the Cycle mentor program
This Queensland Road Safety Week, long term supporter of PCYC Queensland’s driver mentor program Braking the Cycle, the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC), announced...
Bidgerdii and JCU partner for Indigenous health
JCU's Central Queensland Centre of Rural and Remote Health, based in Emerald, has signed a collaborative practice agreement with Blackwater's Bidgerdii community health service.
Bidgerdii...
Nine missions for busy CapRescue
Capricorn Helicopter Rescue Service (CapRescue) had a busy few days last weekend, completing nine missions between Friday, 15 August and the morning of Monday,...
Yarrabee grants up for grabs
Community groups in Blackwater and the surrounding areas with projects or ideas that make a positive difference to the local community are being encouraged...
Connecting City to Country, one story at a time
If there’s one thing I’ve become more certain of over the years even while so much around us is changing - it’s that authentic...
Counterfeit money warning, Capricornia
Capricornia Police are reminding community members and shop owners to be vigilant when handling currency and ensure it is not counterfeit.
In the Capricornia District,...
$300,000 to boost aerial firefighting at Rolleston Airstrip
Central Highlands Regional Council has welcomed new funding to upgrade the firefighting capabilities at the Rolleston Airstrip.
Through Queensland’s DRFA Efficiencies Funding Program under...
Blackall festival marvels
The Central West was buzzing last weekend as more than 4,000 visitors flocked to the annual Better in Blackall Festival, a four-day celebration of...
Spruce up the shop with council funding
Commercial property owners across the Central Highlands are now invited to tap into council funding to give their shopfronts a fresh new look, restore...
LNP brings community cabinet to Emerald
Premier David Crisafulli vowed to keep listening to regional voices as Emerald played host to a country cabinet on Sunday, 17 August.
The LNP...
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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...
