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The Hunter’s Aussie story

For nearly 50 years, the Hillman brand was a fixture on Australian roads. Its most popular nameplate, the Minx, sold in various guises...

Gladstone valuer delivers landmark PNG property workshops

Gladstone-based property valuer Josh Stanton has successfully delivered a landmark series of valuation workshops across Papua New Guinea, drawing a combined 250 participants, including...

Time to head out for a quality fish

Inshore/Offshore After weeks of sitting on the sidelines the SE wind has finally eased off this week and provided a few welcome opportunities for boats...

Understanding enmeshment: when closeness becomes confusing

Rio bailout a billion dollar band-aid

Why fire still matters

Super-K flu threat grows amid falling vaccination rates

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Sport

Central Queensland suffer heartbreak in final seconds

Central Queensland broke their pointless run in the Mal Meninga Cup, salvaging a draw against Norths last Saturday. The Round 8 contest saw the Capras...

CQ burn Devils in comeback

Central Queensland chased down the Devils in an impressive comeback victory at Premiers’ Park. Norths were up 12-0 at half-time in Round 5 of the...

Sheza Freak: Rocky filly’s historic Doncaster win

It was the best performance by a three-year-old filly this decade. Sheza Alibi’s historic Doncaster Mile win last Saturday was freakish! Not since Sunline in 1999...

Hansen’s filly is Ready to put best foot forward in 2yo Classic

When a trainer loses a star galloper of the calibre of Sheza Alibi, the natural reaction would be one of regret and bitterness. But not...

Morgan wins the Classic

McCosker Gladstone Speedway put on another instant classic across a double-header. The speedway hosted the Harbour City Classic, its biggest show of the season, last...

Festivites open AFL season

AFL Capricornia’s two top senior competitions begin this Saturday with the second annual Festival of Footy. The Rockhampton Cricket Grounds will once again play host...

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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...

On This Day: National Burrito Day!

The history of the burrito is cloaked in mystery because the concept of meats and cheeses rolled in tortillas is hard to trace! A...

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...

On This Day: National Let’s Laugh Day!

Some people believe that laughter truly is the best medicine! And the purpose of National Let’s Laugh Day is simply to bring out the...

On This Day: Global Recycling Day!

As planet Earth gives up billions of tonnes of its natural resources each year to support the humans who live on it, the health...

From Scotland to home soil

Since relocating to her father’s native Scotland in 2020, proud Gladstone singer-songwriter Leah Chynoweth-Tidy has been flying the flag internationally for her Australian roots...

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Catches keep getting better

Inshore/Offshore After what felt like an eternity on the trailer it was great to finally see a solid weather window open up last Thursday and...

Breaking the cycle of back pain

Low back pain is one of the most common complaints we see in the clinic, and it affects many people across the Gladstone region,...

Tourism at a tipping point

Queensland’s tourism industry is at a critical tipping point, with rising fuel costs and mounting operational pressures threatening the viability of businesses across the...

When the fires come, will your organisation be ready?

In 2023, bushfires tore through communities across the Bundaberg and Gladstone regions, triggering a joint disaster response and leaving residents and community organisations scrambling...

A nostalgic night of classics

A beloved chapter of Australian music history is coming back to life on stage as The Beggars Sing the Seekers heads to Gladstone on...

On This Day: National Pet Day!

People love their pets! They’re some of the most wonderful companions a person can have, making each day just that little bit brighter. However, for...

Wedding Singer to showcase 80s classics

Gladstone is ready to party like it’s 1985 as The Wedding Singer: The Musical hits the stage at the Gladstone Convention Centre on Friday,...

Australia to have another ‘crack’ at Indian trade deal

Australia will look to expand its trade deal with India, as nations try to diversify relationships amid global uncertainty. Trade Minister Don Farrell said the...

Renewable win for Smelter

In the ACF Gladstone community, you’ll find passionate locals who want to see a future for Gladstone that is powered by clean energy. After...

Give Mum a gift that gives back this Mother’s Day

This Mother’s Day, spoil Mum while making a meaningful difference through the Adopt-A-Beast Mother’s Day Raffle. The raffle features a range of thoughtful prizes, including...

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