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Becoming interesting by being interested

Ever notice how the most magnetic people in the room aren’t the loudest, funniest, or flashiest? They’re not the ones working the room like...

Christmas Wish kicks off at Kmart

The festive spirit was in full swing on Friday, 7 November as the Kmart Christmas Wishing Appeal officially launched in Gladstone. The event brought...

Cancel culture and the rule of law

I felt inspired to write this week's article after listening to Sue Chrysanthou SC's recent speech at the University of Melbourne Law School. Unsurprisingly,...

Stanwell to trial pioneering battery storage

National recall of alfalfa sprouts linked to Salmonella infections

Labor’s plan to slash speed limits on rural roads

The time to stand up for agriculture’s future is now

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Sport

Fin-tastic catches this week

Inshore/Offshore Earlier this week did see those Northerly winds take a quick break and it allowed some anglers enough time to head offshore. This time of...

Junior aces impress at Duaringa Open

Gladstone region golfers stole the spotlight at the 2025 Duaringa Junior Open, dominating the leaderboard across multiple grades in a strong showing for the...

Melham, McEvoys and Half Yours in the Melbourne Cup

If you can't beat them, join them. It's the age-old phrase veteran trainer Tony McEvoy turned to when he needed a solution to Jamie Kah,...

Reds get the job done at Boyne Island

Yaralla sealed an impressive 51-run win over BITS in the lone match played in Gladstone Cricket’s One-Day Premiership last Saturday. With the clash between The...

Back-to-back delight for Centurions

One of the finest captain’s knocks you would ever see sealed back-to-back Fred Jacobsen Shield triumphs for Central Queensland in Mackay last Sunday. The Centurions...

BITS win a thriller in Sunday T20 action

BITS held their nerve in a tense finish to claim a one-run victory over Yaralla 49ers in Round 4 of the Gladstone Cricket Sunday...

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On This Day: National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day!

There are some books that are written to see you through the darkest days, to help shine light through the ponderous, pitch-black clouds that...

Daniel discovers joy in music

Behind each musician is generally an interesting story of how they go started and this is clearly the case with local musician Daniel Pastoor...

On This Day: National Nachos Day!

Sometimes they’re hot and spicy. Sometimes they’re cheesy. Sometimes they make a mess everywhere. But one thing is certain: they’re delicious, and a favourite...

On This Day: National Stress Awareness Day

Stress can be a real killer, both in the workplace and in the busy, day-to-day life of every person on Earth. While stress certainly...

On This Day: Halloween!

Time for people to dress up in costumes, decorate their homes, and take part in activities such as trick-or-treating, because it’s Halloween — when...

On This Day: National Wicked Day!

Set in the land of Oz in a time that predates L. Frank Baum’s book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the musical Wicked tells...

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CHANEL COLLEGE CONCERT Gaynor Russell: I am going to listen to this. PEYTON'S VISIT TO GLADSTONE SOUTH STATE SCHOOL Mick Bradley: That run in the world championship...

Nature laws ‘not good enough’

The Albanese Government’s new national nature laws are a once-in-a-generation opportunity. But in their current form, they are simply not good enough. These laws should protect...

Reflecting on service and community engagement

It’s been a busy time as the Federal Member for Flynn. Two weeks in October were spent representing our region in Federal Parliament and the...

Fire victims’ funeral at GECC

The funeral service of the three people who died in a Whiting Street house fire on Wednesday, 15 October, will be held at the...

Kirkwood social housing project approved

The State Government has approved a social housing development in Kirkwood, despite the objections of Gladstone MP Glenn Butcher and the council. Deputy Premier...

Vibe and Stride walking group launched

The Gladstone Region’s Neighbourhood Centre has launched its free Vibe and Stride walking group, offering a safe and relaxed space for young people aged...

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