Tag: News
Australia ‘unlikely’ to face recession despite pressure
Australia is expected to narrowly avoid a recession in the next year, despite higher interest rates and global economic pressures.
The prediction within federal government...
Magpie swoops into top spot
The magpie’s warbling has won over the nation, taking out number one in ABC’s search for Australia’s Favourite animal sound.
The call of the...
Third World Lessons
I had just finished a speaking assignment when one of the audience, an African guy with beautiful dark skin, curly hair and wide smile,...
Funeral service for Tayla and Murphy
As the family and friends of Tayla Cox and her daughter Murphy Margaret prepare to lay their loved ones to rest on Friday, 25...
Historic $130 million trade alliance to supercharge horticultural exports
The largest and most ambitious trade initiative in Australian horticulture has been given the green light with a host of partners signing on to...
Local agents make industry finalists
A Gladstone father and daughter powerhouse team have been recognised for their achievements in the real estate industry being listed as finalists for the...
That’s a wrap on the show
Despite the foggy conditions, it didn't stop the crowds from attending the Mount Larcom Show over the weekend.
From woodchopping, dog shows, parades, rock...
OUT AND ABOUT at Port to Park
A total of 48 winners from over 2400 participants have scooped up a share in almost $12,000 worth of cash prizes at Gladstone Ports...
Lamb and mutton records break
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has released its quarterly statistics on livestock slaughtered and meat production, highlighting record lamb production and growth in...
STEM-tacular girls camp
The Boyne Island Environmental Education Centre (BIEEC) has wrapped up its 12th annual STEM-Tacular Girls Camp, inspiring 42 talented Grade 9 students from around...
In Brief
Bonza to name its next aircraft 'Matilda'
In celebration of the Matildas’ World Cup success, Australia’s newest airline Bonza has promised to name its next...
Mount Morgan fires not suspicious
Police and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services say recent bushfires in the Mount Morgan area are not being investigated as suspicious.
Speculation has been rife...