Love my Lilly Pillies
Throughout Central Queensland, chances are you've spotted a splash of vibrant pink, purple, or red berries gleaming in the sun, often clustered among glossy...
QLD rejects national cat management plan
The Invasive Species Council has expressed disappointment following the Queensland Government’s unexpected withdrawal from what was shaping up to be a unanimous endorsement of...
Ag Briefs
MLA’s Sheep Genetics program goes from strength to strength
The Australian sheep flock is continuing to experience genetic gain driven by ongoing improvements in the...
Queensland rural producers buck national trend to report slightly improved outlook heading into year...
Queensland’s primary producers have bucked the national trend this quarter, recording a slightly improved outlook heading towards the end of the year, the...
Be alert for parasites
External livestock parasites, Buffalo flies and cattle ticks are the greatest concern for Queensland and New South Wales farmers.
Australian producers spend over $290...
2025, perhaps a year of ‘Turning the Tide’?
I hope everyone is managing to find a little downtime with family and friends as we head into the festive season.
Thought I’d reflect a...
Support on cancer journey
Rockhampton mum Kellee Clinton says she doesn't know where she would be today without Redkite, who stepped in to help after her son Tye...
The transition lie
Over the past two years I have attended the official opening of two new coal mines. I have been a Senator for 10 years...
Rescue group ends year on a high
After a year back in the thick of rescuing and rehoming animals across the Central Highlands, CQ Pet Rescue is firmly on track for...
Solar lights up veteran’s life
Emerald airforce veteran Kaye Brewer's summer just got powered up and a lot more bearable thanks to the Emerald RSL Sub Branch, Scott Black...
YEAR IN REVIEW: LNP’s CQ takeover
Central Queensland played a decisive role in returning the LNP to power after nine years in the wilderness.
Rockhampton, Keppel and Mirani joined Callide and...
Sparrow’s back on his perch
Beer and an explosive history will soon be on tap at one Gemfields pub whose new name is bound to get the tourists talking....

















