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...
Youth-led mural transforms PCYC Skate Park
The PCYC Skate Park has undergone a vibrant transformation, thanks to the creative talents of local young people and renowned graffiti artist Morris Green.
As...
Banana Shire’s place-based planning workshops across the region
Banana Shire residents are being urged to have their say on local priorities, improvements and legacy projects in a series of Place-Based Planning workshops...
MP alleges wind farm ‘bullying’
Moah Creek Wind Farm developer Central Queensland Power and project partner CleanCo have hit back at claims made by Mirani MP Glen Kelly about...
World recognition for the Capricorn Coast
An international spotlight is shining on the Capricorn Coast after it was named among the world’s Top 100 most Sustainable Tourism Stories and officially...
Sport Shorts
Local cricket resumes
Gladstone Cricket returns this weekend for the new season.
The Seniors 40-over competition gets under way on Saturday before the Senior T20 competition...
Queensland urged to prepare
Queenslanders are being urged to prepare for the upcoming severe weather season as Get Ready Week kicks off from October 6 to 12, 2025....
BESS on approval pathway
One of six big battery energy storage systems under development in the greater Gladstone region has lodged an application for approval under the federal...
‘Truth’ mapping on renewables released
Thes release of the National Renewables Truth Map on World Habitat Day, Monday, 6 October, shows the extent of the planned destruction of the...
Honouring women and community spirit
Tannum Sands is set to sparkle this International Women’s Day as the QCWA hosts its much-anticipated High Tea.
The afternoon promises a feast for...
