Renewables face backlash
This week, the Environment Minister, Murray Watt, visited Brisbane to lecture regional Queenslanders that we were missing out on jobs by opposing renewable energy.
He...
R U OK? Day: A reminder to check in any day
Everyone experiences the ups and downs life throws at us.
On Thursday, 11 September, Australians are reminded to ask those closest to them, “R U...
Flyways screening inspires call for stronger local action on migratory bird conservation
On Saturday, 6 September, Drift & Wood Restaurant in Agnes Water became a hub for bird lovers as the migratory bird season was launched...
Top cop says goodbye
One of Central Queensland's longest-serving police officers has retired.
Inspector Darren Somerville was farewelled at a special piping out ceremony in Gladstone on Friday, 5...
Digital Disconnect aims to combat tracking and empower vulnerable individuals
Central Queensland residents concerned about hidden surveillance now have a new line of defence with the launch of iAssist’s Digital Disconnect service.
The world-first initiative,...
Fatal traffic crash at Barney Point
The Forensic Crash Unit (FCU) is investigating a fatal traffic crash in Barney Point on Tuesday, 9 September.
Officers were called to a sports club...
Applications open for 2026 Ergon Energy and Energex pre-apprenticeship program
High school students across Queensland are being encouraged to apply for the 2026 Ergon Energy Network and Energex Pre-apprenticeship Program, with applications now open.
The...
Boyne Valley Showcase a hit
The Boyne Valley Showcase has once again been a success, attracting around 350 community members to the 2025 event last weekend.
The Showcase brings together...
Asymmetry of information – the catalyst for Daniel’s Law
I have made a submission as part of the public consultation over the Community Protection and Public Child Sex Offender Register (Daniel’s Law) Bill...
Wild weekend for three teens ends in arrests
Police have charged three Central Queensland teenagers following a series of break and enters in Tieri over the weekend.
Around 4.20am and 6am on 6...
Barra and Bream boom
Inshore/Offshore
The last week has not presented many opportunities for us anglers to head offshore due to the strong SE winds which have been set...
Strike a pose, get ready: Gladstone launches resilience photo comp
Gladstone Regional Council is calling on residents to capture what disaster preparedness looks like in their daily lives as part of the Gladstone Get...
Wheatley’s ton inspires the 49ers
Max Wheatley stole the show in Round 5 of the Gladstone Sunday Twenty20 Premiership last weekend.
Wheatley smashed a superb 101 from 62 delivers as...
