Advocating for rural life
Laura Rutherford is passionate about her community and is already a strong advocate for women in rural areas.
Based in Marmor, Laura’s efforts have been...
Winter blooming cactus
The shorter days and longer nights of July act as a trigger to flower for many plants.
The best known plant would be the Zygocactus....
Banana Shire announces rates rise
Most Banana residents will see an increase in rates of between three and four per cent, following the council's delivery of its 2022-2023 Budget.
Key...
Grateful for RFDS
Jessica Allen-Armstrong says she and her daughter Amanii wouldn't be alive today without the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
RFDS crews have come to Jessica's rescue...
Women charged after child left on bus
Detectives from Rockhampton Child Protection and Investigation Unit have charged two women in relation to a child who was found unconscious on a bus...
A New Perspective
So much creativity has been flowing out of Agnes Water in recent years, and last year's launch of The Perspective Collective almost tops them...
Rogue Fishers be Warned
The Palaszczuk Government has vowed to come down hard on rogue fishers who think they can flout the rules and recommitted to its Sustainable...
Gladstone Minerals get Booster Shot
A State Budget new economy minerals booster pack of almost $40 million will support good jobs and encourage economic opportunities for Gladstone.
Speaking from Gladstone’s...
Single-Use Plastics On Notice
Queensland has unveiled a five-year plan to ban more single-use plastics and phase out disposable coffee cups and lids, kicking off Plastic Free July.
The...
Monitoring the kids on devices these holidays
Internet safety tips with Senior Constable Sarah Box
Gladstone, it’s time to keep talking – about how children and teenagers are using mobile devices and...
Charity committed to improving health and wellbeing in Central Queensland.
A new registered charity has been formed to facilitate better health and brighter futures for Central Queenslanders and it is seeking founding supporters. ...
OAM comes as a shock
When David Allen OAM, from Agnes Water, received a letter informing him he was part of the 2022 Queen's Birthday Honours List for his...
Gladstone joins national tree day
Residents are invited to support the local environment by taking part in a free community planting event as part of National Tree Day 2025.
Established...
