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SharkSmart drone

The Queensland Government is delivering safer beaches in the Burnett, with SharkSmart drone surveillance now operating for the first time at Kellys Beach. This summer,...

Beauty of nature shared in sand art

Welcoming the opportunity to share what life has taught her and her passion for sand art, Realm of Rhythm and Creativity by Cynthia Hoogstraten...

Capturing carbon – nice in theory, but in reality…

Over the last few weeks of the year, I travelled to 10 towns across four states to explain why Australia needs to dump net...

Regional: Santa’s secret army a secret no more

Boy injured in Christmas Day crash

Out and About at East Shores, Gladstone

Bundaberg stands out again with GoFundMe

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Sport

Head not fazed by new role

Even after starring as an opener in the Ashes, Travis Head is not demanding he stays at the top and will bat wherever Australia...

‘Redemption’: Comanche wins Sydney to Hobart dogfight

Master Lock Comanche skippers Matt Allen and James Mayo have toasted Sydney to Hobart redemption after overcoming gruelling upwind sailing and a supermaxi dogfight...

President Peter steps down

After more than 15 years as president of the Yeppoon Swans, Peter Watkins has stepped down from the role. Watkins – who began volunteering with...

Socceroos gun suffers fresh injury setback

The Socceroos will nervously await an update on Riley McGree's latest setback after the luckless attacker was injured while playing for Middlesbrough. McGree was substituted...

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...

Gibson’s state title double

Boyne Tannum’s Kayden Gibson has wrapped up an incredibly impressive Queensland Swimming State Championship campaign last week. Backing up his gold medal win on...

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Entertainment

Ruby Mills to mesmerise at Agnes Blues Fest

After a mesmerising acoustic ensemble performance on the Discovery Stage in 2025, rising star Ruby Mills will be returning with her full band to...

On This Day: Christmas Day!

The origins of Christmas Day can be traced back to ancient times, when many cultures all over the world celebrated various winter festivals and...

On This Day: Bake Cookies Day!

Bake Cookies Day occurs in the middle of the holiday season, and is a great excuse to bake some delicious cookies to help you...

On This Day:

Gingerbread houses are a favourite holiday pastime with families, be it with parents, grandparents, or even both! These delicious, decorative bread houses have always...

On This Day: Christmas Jumper Day!

Christmas Jumper Day brings a burst of color and joy to the holiday season. People across the country wear their most festive sweaters, creating...

On This Day: International Animal Rights Day!

Humans, who share the planet with all kinds of different creatures, sometimes need to be reminded that animals deserve to be treated with dignity,...

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A family’s fight for justice, courageous baby and hospital concerns feature in a busy June

5 JUNE: Zinfra has signed an operations and maintenance contract with Summit Hydrogen Gladstone, a wholly owned company of Sumitomo Corporation, Japan, for its...

Parents urged to talk with children after Bondi terrorist attack

In the wake of Sunday’s terrorist attack at Bondi Junction, Parentline is encouraging parents and carers across Queensland to gently check in with children...

Scrolling or celebrating? Simple tips for managing social media this holiday season

The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection, and creating memories. However, with social media just a tap away, it is easy to...

Is your super where it belongs?

As you are enjoying some rest and relaxation over the Christmas and New Year holidays, there’s one simple task worth adding to your holiday...

Making road safety fun on the school holidays

With Christmas holidays already here, there's never been a better time for children to learn about road safety. Journi is a new free online education...

THE YEAR THAT WAS: Budgets, projects and the wonder of Luminous

3 JULY: Gladstone Mayor Matt Burnett has sensationally declared the $12.5 billion Central Queensland Hydrogen Project is alive and kicking with federal funding waiting...

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