Tag: News
Mandatory training for all Qld local gov candidates
Queenslander's wanting to run in next year’s local government elections can learn what a leadership role on council is all about through compulsory training...
New manager to lead Aussie Helpers’ farmer support team based at Gladstone
One of Australia’s largest farming support charities, Aussie Helpers has announced that Natalie Petersen will join the national farming charity as Operations Manager in...
Dugongs in steady decline along Great Barrier Reef
Dugong populations are in steady decline along a large stretch of the Great Barrier Reef, sparking calls to fast-track a ban on gill nets...
A new Gates and Grids Subordinate Local Law proposed
A new Gates and Grids Subordinate Local Law has been proposed by Gladstone Regional Council to administer a permit system for landholders seeking to...
Des celebrates 90 years
Des was born in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, on 7 October 1933.
He was the oldest of four children, the only boy...
Sexual Violence Awareness Month
As we enter October, Queensland marks its annual Sexual Violence Awareness Month, a campaign that reminds us that the fight against sexual violence is...
Extending an olive branch
As I return from a drought forum with a range of Ministers and interest groups in Rockhampton, I’m reflecting on the difference that political...
Fundraiser a show stopper
With an expected hundred vehicles on display, visitors are encouraged to attend the Rocky Glen Hotel Motel in Gladstone for the M.A.C.E second annual...
Dramatic end to holidays for CapRescue
It was a dramatic end to the School Holidays and long weekend for the employees and crew at RACQ CapRescue.
Monday afternoon, a driver allegedly...
Culture Cafe scores useful funding
Integreat Queensland Inc in South Gladstone has scored funding for their Culture Cafe initiative in Australia Post’s 2023 Community Grants.
Culture Cafe is a...
My top 10 reasons for voting ‘No’
Early voting has started for the Voice to Parliament referendum.
I will be voting ‘NO’ as there is no substantial or detailed explanation of the...
Stunning Flower Trees
We have been experiencing some wonderful Spring weather over the last month. The only element missing would be some rain then it would be...
Is Lake Awoonga your next business venture?
Business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to "think outside the box" to help enhance the visitor experience at Lake Awoonga and bring fresh and...
