Heatwave conditions coming for the weekend
A number of October records were challenged this week as Queensland sweltered through unseasonal heatwave conditions.
Extreme to severe heatwave warnings and conditions were seen...
Support for Gladstone businesses to build accessible, diverse and competitive workforce
Local businesses in Gladstone have a unique opportunity to lead the way in creating more inclusive, accessible workplaces through the Workforce Evolve Accessibility and...
Aged care changes ahead
Australia’s aged care system is entering a new phase, with the launch of the Support At Home Program from 1 November 2025.
The Support...
Principals get Minister’s attention at roundtable
State Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek hosted a roundtable meeting with principals from the Gladstone and Banana region to coincide with the official opening of...
Experience Amy Shark like never before
Fans couldn’t get enough of eight-time ARIA Award-winning alt-pop powerhouse Amy Shark.
After selling out 20 shows earlier this year, she’s back by popular demand.
She’s...
Region Golf Report
BILOELA GOLF CLUB
Sunday, 19 October
Single Stableford
A Grade
Winner: Chase Wright 38.
Runner-up: Troy Lonsdale 37.
Third: Joe Brennan 36 c/b.
Rundown: Ray Grainger 36, Jason Winnett 36, Peter...
Brigalow Arts Festival returns to Banana Shire Regional Art Gallery
The 2025 Brigalow Arts Festival burst to life on Friday, 10 October, as the Banana Shire Regional Art Gallery in Biloela played host to...
Program strengthens regional maternity services
A midwifery immersion program hosted at Brisbane’s Mater Mothers’ Hospital in partnership with Queensland Health is improving care for mums and babies in Queensland’s...
Fitzroy River passes the test
For months now, Rocky has weathered a barrage of attacks from southern media trying to undermine our place as host of the 2032 Olympic...
Securing Gladstone’s water future
National Water Week is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of securing safe and reliable water for our communities, industries and the environment.
For...
Pet owners reminded about due date for discounted animal registration
Animal owners can enjoy the early bird discount by paying their animals’ annual registration renewal fees by Friday, 31 October 2025.
Pet owners must register...
Honouring three beautiful souls – Jordana, Jordan and Chazz
Gularn Neryi,
Three beautiful souls who were tragically taken from us on Wednesday, 15 October, in Yallarm (Gladstone). Jordana Johnson, Jordan Norris and...
SharkSmart drone
The Queensland Government is delivering safer beaches in the Burnett, with SharkSmart drone surveillance now operating for the first time at Kellys Beach.
This summer,...
