Standing up for country roads
Premier David Crisafulli and his Main Roads and Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg took to the plains of windy Gindie to announce the State Government's...
Field day weed control
Was at the well-attended and very informative Brigalow Farming Group field day recently and spoke on a few different subjects, like using Mort &...
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...
$11.8M social housing project
An $11.8 million social housing project in the heart of Emerald to house the community's most vulnerable has the potential to slash the district's...
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CIB appeal after Blackwater rape charge
Blackwater Criminal Investigation Branch detectives are appealing for further information after a man was charged with rape and...
Fire ants found in CH coal mines
Fire ant nests have been detected at five new mine sites in the Bowen Basin, including an undisclosed number in the Central Highlands.
The National...
$11.8M social housing project
An $11.8 million social housing project in the heart of Emerald to house the community's most vulnerable has the potential to slash the district's...
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...
On This Day: National Sticky Bun Day!
Whether a person has a sweet tooth or prefers a carbohydrate-filled treat, the sticky bun is the ideal gastronomic delight to fill the void!
Fortunately,...
