Biloela Hospital staffing levels on the rise
Staffing levels at Biloela Hospital have improved year-on-year and GP obstetrician positions have been recruited to return birthing services to the Banana region.
In a...
Agnes Water $1.9M skate park works in 2026
Construction on the $1.94 million Agnes Water Skate Park Revitalisation project will commence on 2 February, 2026, and is anticipated to be complete by...
Bin The Ban and put young Aussies first
Last year our Prime Minister told young Australians, “ on your side” and “we’ve got your back.”
You could be forgiven for thinking he had...
Build gas peaker plant in Bilo: MP says
Callide MP Bryson Head and Banana Shire Council Mayor Nev Ferrier have united to outline the case for a privately funded gas-fired generator to...
Letters to the Editor
CONCERNS RAISED
I was shocked to read in last week’s paper regarding the Gladstone Regional Council's decision on four lease renewals, including the space previously...
Venue and facilities operating hours during Christmas and New Year
Gladstone Regional Council offices and facilities will operate on different hours during the Christmas and New Year period.
Urgent phone enquiries will be taken 24...
Spirit of Christmas at the Mayor’s Carols
The 2025 Santos GLNG Mayor's Carols, proudly supported by 4CC, brought festive cheer to the community with a spectacular celebration earlier this month.
The...
Celebrate the season at Agnes Water
As 2025 comes to a close, Agnes Water is ringing in the festive season with two unmissable Christmas markets and one to bring in...
No tolerance for those that spew hate and incite violence
Australia changed this week for good. I never thought that a joyous religious celebration in Australia would be shattered with violence and cold-blooded murder...
Celebrating CQU graduates
On Thursday, 11 December, CQUniversity's graduation ceremony celebrated the hard-earned achievements of its graduates.
The day was filled with pride, joy, and unforgettable moments...
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...
Big BESS in line with solar, wind farms
The State Government has taken the approvals process of large-scale battery energy storage system developments in-house and out of the hands of local government...

















