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Results of investigation into elder abuse troubling

Elder Abuse is continuing to be a scourge on our communities, and thankfully the state government is hearing the voices of Queenslanders and taking...

From Cornwall with love

Cornwall is considered one of the most remote and yet beautiful counties in England. And the county’s North Coast with its dramatic cliffscapes, craggy...

Photo comp on again in the Shire

Banana Shire Council is once again inviting residents and visitors to showcase the beauty and diversity of our region in the Australia Day Photography...

Inflation running too hot for comfort ahead of snapshot

Inflation running too hot for comfort ahead of snapshot

Letters to the Editor

Mum’s plea for answers after son’s death

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Sport

Rocky floods national titles

A dozen of Rockhampton Softball’s brightest stars will represent the region at the Under-16s National Championships. Beginning on Tuesday, 13 January, the championships will be...

Brothers lead the way in T20 competition

The Gladstone Premier T20 premiership returns this weekend with four rounds remaining. Currently, it’s Gladstone Brothers who lead the way in the competition with...

Strange’s stock rising high

Boyne Island Tannum Sands export Ruby Strange has made another leap in her already flourishing cricket career. Strange – who made her Women’s Big...

The region’s golf results

GLADSTONE GOLF CLUB Men’s stableford 31-12 A Grade winner: Raymond Foster 37, second: Ken Petersen 37, third: Ricky Rowe 26. B Grade winner: Clive Stewart 38,...

Junior stars of pool descend on Gladstone

In a boost for the region, Gladstone is set to host a tournament featuring the country's top young cueists next week. The Gladstone Eight Ball...

Brahmans barge to the top

Queensland Country have had an unbelievable start to the first three days of the Australian Country Cricket Championships. With four wins from as many...

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Entertainment

On This Day: National Bubble Bath Day

National Bubble Bath Day is celebrated on 8 January. While the practice of communal bathing dates back to ancient Roman and Greek civilisations, the specific...

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...

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308 people killed on Queensland roads in 2025

RACQ has joined forces with some of the nation’s leading road safety advocates to renew calls for urgent action following Queensland’s most devastating road...

2025 analysis reveals electricity prices coming down

Analysis by the Queensland Conservation Council (QCC) has found that 2025 saw the lowest fossil fuel electricity generation in more than two decades in...

Your Online Comments

GINGER BEER CREEK WORKS COMPLETED Anthony Sophios: Let's see how it goes in the first big flood event... all they had to do was put...

Vale Ron, the great problem solver

It came as a shock to hear that former Senator Ron Boswell passed away this week. Ron was 85 years old and had many...

Community events

Weekly events Have a Yarn Tuesday - QCWA Tannum Sands - every Tuesday All welcome to bring your craft, a friend and a smile. Time: 9am to...

Region features in Hammer’s book

Gladstone and Heron Island have been highlighted by author and investigative journalist Chris Hammer in his soon-to-be-published non-fiction book, The Coast. First published in 2012...

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