Hopes for change in inquiry report
The State Government has taken delivery of the Inquiry into Volunteering in Queensland report, which examined the valuable contributions of volunteers and identified key...
Oh to sleep, perchance to dream
In the first of my occasional columns about staying alive (because it beats the alternative), I spoke about one of the silent killers -...
Why volunteering at a young age matters
Volunteering at a young age isn’t just about giving time. It’s about growing up with purpose, perspective, and the tools to make a real...
Top shape inshore and offshore
Inshore/Offshore
Our inshore and offshore reefs have no doubt been in top shape over the last few weeks. We have been quite fortunate with the...
Politicians need to get out of the way of Gladstone’s future
As a Gladstone local, I wasn’t surprised by the news that NRG will likely close the Gladstone power station years early. This is something...
Dialing it up: Matty Rogers Band to close out the Agnes Blues Fest 2026
Matty Rogers is getting ready to dial it up and make some serious noise at the Agnes Blues, Roots, and Rock Festival in February...
Gladstone band calls UK home
‘Piece of the Action’ is the latest single release from Gladstone band Kissing The Flint (translation: creating a spark), powered by multi-award nominated singer-songwriter...
Tech course one of many activities taking place during Seniors Month
A five-week Tech and Tea social group for seniors is one of dozens of activities and events on offer within the Gladstone Region during...
Report shows smart way to build renewables
As Central Queensland faces a major energy transition, new research shows how we can build the renewables our region needs while preserving the nature...
Trifecta of wins for Night Owl franchisees
For more than 30 years, one small business in Gladstone has shone as a beacon for quality produce, affordability — and the best hot...
McCosker Contracting for Round Hill reservoir works
Gladstone's McCosker Contracting has won a competitive tender process for the Round Hill reservoir renewal and Round Hill 2 reservoir construction.
The council had endorsed...
Queensland’s youth most at risk in road safety crisis
Between 2019 and 2024, 444 fatalities involved a young driver (16–24 years old) – 223 deaths involved a driver on their P-plates.
That’s compared...
Gold, copper shine at Connecting Industry event
Mining company QMines will provide an update on its Mt Chalmers copper and gold project, located 17km east of Rockhampton, at a Connecting Industry...
