Senate inquiry tells banks to keep doors open
A newly established Senate inquiry has called for all banks to immediately cease closing bank branches in regional towns until a proper assessment is...
$10 million in manufacturing grants to bolster local growth
Central Queensland manufacturers have access to $10 million in total funding, under Round 3 of the Manufacturing Hubs Grant Program.
The program has awarded more...
Student’s passion for fitness gives industry jump-start
Hayden Baker’s natural talent and passion for CQUniversity’s fitness training has helped him land a job at CrossFit Gladstone.
The 16-year-old is currently studying a...
Farm life inspires local artist’s first picture book
Nanette Hanna's first published picture book for children, Check the Chooks, is an exciting and endearing tale of her own pooch and his dreams...
Inquiry into bank closures
Westpac proudly announce on their website that "We support the need for a First Nations voice enshrined in the Australian Constitution."
It is not clear...
Mulch It Instead
Probably the biggest mistake most gardeners will make is, either not mulching their gardens, or if they do, using the wrong type of mulch,...
Q and A with Mel Hamilton, Moonbar Moments
1. Could you describe what your business does?
Events, Weddings, Planning,2 Styling, Picnics, Creating Memories that are lasting
2. Tell us what interested you, or...
Coal mine blocked under Australia’s environmental law for the first time
Last week we saw an Australian ‘first’ that sent a clear sign that we, as a country, are taking the future seriously.
Environment Minister Tanya...
Gladstone’s best-kept secret set to excite
Gladstone's best kept secret, Rooftop Vibe, is quickly emerging as the most loved venue among locals and national guests, accommodating for any social event....
Cyclist embarks on 16,000 km ride
England-born adventurer Claire Wyatt is 4,000 kilometres into a 16,000-kilometre cycling tour of Australia.
On a journey that started in Tasmania three months ago, the...
Youth crime: the result of the society we have created?
Youth crime is increasing not only in our community but most communities in our nation. As residents, our concern is for our families' welfare...
Cyclone passes in a puff
It was business as usual for much of Gladstone Marina as Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle passed by the coastline last Friday morning.
Around 8am on Friday...
Agnes man arrested for allegedly printing 3D firearms
An Agnes Water man has been charged with 3D-printed firearms offences
Detectives from Gladstone’s Criminal Investigation Branch, with the assistance of Browns Plains CIB, arrested...
