Banana Shire delivers surplus budget
Banana Shire Council has delivered its 2024/25 budget with a rate increase and a large capital works program.
Council is anticipating an operating surplus of...
Natalya a bronze Aussie
Boyne Island talent Natalya Diehm captivated the nation on Wednesday night when she won bronze in the BMX Freestyle at the Paris Olympics.
Diehm, 26,...
On This Day: National Woman Astronomers Day!
Unveiling cosmic mysteries, fearless minds navigate celestial realms, revealing the profound contributions of women in astronomy.
While the field of astronomy continues to be underrepresented...
Mirarr’s Legacy Prevails: Jabiluka Mining Lease Ends, Aided by ACF Partnership
Twenty-five years ago, the Mirarr people, traditional custodians of the northern Australian land encompassing Kakadu National Park, orchestrated a formidable campaign to halt uranium...
Dave remembered in memorial ride
A memorial ride was held on Saturday for well-known cycling enthusiast and owner of Gladstone Bicycle Centre, David McIntosh who passed away unexpectedly on...
More drama at Callide as workers injured
Workers have been left rattled after serious safety events at Callide Power Station on Friday, 26 July injured three workers, the Mining and Energy...
CQ athletes shine at Olympics
Former Biloela Bluefin swimmer and Tannum Sands' St Francis Catholic student, Jack Cartwright has won his first Olympic medal, securing a Silver in the...
Ports Corp CEO’s surprise resignation
Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC) CEO Craig Haymes surprised staff last week when he announced his resignation, effective immediately.
Mr Haymes advised staff that Wednesday, 24...
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Nurture and Nutrition Playgroup - Stronger Together
Join the fun at the free NaN playgroups this year at Boyne Island and Calliope.
If you have been...
On This Day: National Jump for Jelly Beans Day!
Dive into a burst of sweet variety, savoring chewy, vibrant confections that awaken taste buds with every bite.
National Jump for Jelly Beans Day is...
Union flags concerns after Callide incidents
The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) says workers at the Callide Power Station have been ‘left rattled’ after serious safety events last week.
The union...
Mill pay dispute settled
Cane growers have welcomed news that Wilmar and unions representing workers at the company’s nine Queensland sugar mills have accepted a mediation offer from...
The case for affordable energy
There remains over 700 million people in the world without access to electricity.
Two billion people do not have access to clean cooking methods.
Because of...
