White finches and black kookaburras
A reader sent me a photo of a black kookaburra and asked how it could get like that so this week I will explain...
Boyce denies move to One Nation
Flynn MP Colin Boyce has ruled out turning his back on the National Party and defecting to One Nation.
It's the second time in recent...
Salvos High Tea
The Salvation Army held its high tea on Saturday, 9 May, with the theme of Once Upon a Time.
In an afternoon filled with scrumptious...
Early voting popular pick
Close to one third of Central Highlands' ratepayers will have already cast their vote in the councillor by-election ahead of the official polling day,...
News in Brief
Renal dialysis unit EOI
A tender for expressions of interest from building contractors to construct the LNP election pledge of a renal dialysis unit...
Mayor guilty of misconduct
Central Highlands Mayor Janice Moriarty has fallen foul of the Office of the Independent Assessor for the second time in three years with the...
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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...
Alcohol ad rules failing Australians, AMA warns
With alcohol-induced deaths at their highest rates in more than 20 years, the Australian Medical Association has called for tougher regulation of alcohol advertising...
Spreading good karma
Route 66 Motor Inn owner Chandu Chatla has launched his new community appreciation initiative - Local Legends Lunch.
His aim is to tantalise the tastebuds...
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...
Coalition unveils a major fuel security expansion
The Coalition has a clear plan to strengthen Australia’s fuel security by more than doubling our minimum fuel reserves to 60 days and delivering...
Tax relief for workers and pain for investors in budget
Young people entering the housing market face such significant difficulties that the government needs to break a major election promise on controversial tax changes,...
Support the Red Shield Appeal
Across Australia, the sight of the Red Shield appearing outside local shops, and worn proudly by volunteers in their communities marks a special moment...
