Protecting our grain: biosecurity can’t be an afterthought
As a grain grower, I’ve seen my fair share of challenges over the years - droughts, floods, mice plagues, you name it.
But the...
Prices soften at Emerald saleyards
Agents at Emerald yarded 2300 head on Thursday, 25 September, with a yarding that largely consisted of mixed-quality cattle, many of which were outside...
Land sales a block-buster
The Central Highlands council will release more surplus vacant land for sale by private treaty to the open market to stimulate residential development across...
National Police Remembrance Day
This Monday, 29 September, is National Police Remembrance Day.
It is an opportunity for family members, the community and colleagues to pause and...
Shedding legacy debt
The Central Highlands council is on track to slash its legacy debt inherited from previous administrations from $70 million to $20 million by the...
Family ties rekindled
Emerald identity Victor Cominos recently received a surprise visit from Fergus McMaster.
Fergus is the grandson of the founding chairman of Qantas and aviation pioneer...
Community Events Billboard
SEPTEMBER
Saturday 27 September
Rubyvale Flats Markets
This market takes place every Saturday during tourism season (April - October) at Rubyvale Flats.
To book a stall,...
Optus tower for Hogans Road
Optus is proposing to use a 40-metre monopole on land at 25 Hogans Road in Emerald to boost its town coverage.
CPS Technology and Infrastructure...
In Brief
Bulk kerbside recyclables tender
The Central Highlands council is seeking submissions from qualified contractors for the provision of transport services for bulk kerbside recyclables.
The successful...
Energy should be golden goose
A few weeks ago, I was discussing with a friend who lives in Japan how much electricity costs in Australia. We decided to compare...
Lions hospital donation
The Sunflower Room at the Emerald Hospital got another dose of sunshine with the Emerald Lions Club donating a swag of goods designed to...
Anakie units set to reopen
Six new community housing units are nearing completion in Anakie, delivering much-needed housing for the Sapphire Gemfields.
The homes are being rebuilt on the site...
With The Ashes won, Aussies need a spinner
Australia is set to make at least three changes for Boxing Day, including the prospect of blooding a new chief spinner for the first...
