Shark alerts expand across Yeppoon beaches
Yeppoon, Kemp Beach, Cooee Bay and Lammermoor use drumlines, while Dorsal offers verified public shark alerts.
Record run targets $1 million for child rescue
Four runners start a 5,000 kilometre record bid to raise $1 million and support Destiny Rescue’s global rescue work.
New $1.6m hub backs start-ups and small businesses
A new $1.6 million Rockhampton hub is helping local founders gain advice, skills, contacts and funding access.
Powerlink secures major Gladstone construction contract
The contract covers a new line near Gladstone, substation upgrades and a transformer, supporting about 150 workers.
96 years on the farm with Colin Stracey
Colin Stracey, 96, recalls milking up to 60 cows twice daily, riding to school and a lifetime spent on the farm.
Five-chair dialysis unit set for Emerald
Emerald Hospital’s expanded dialysis unit will bring five treatment chairs closer to Central Highlands patients by 2027.
Regional health leaders meet in Rockhampton
Rockhampton hosts more than 130 health professionals at the third annual CQ GP Conference to support regional care.
Rockhampton Big Book Giveaway returns
Young Rockhampton readers can choose a free book as the annual Big Book Giveaway returns for Children’s Book Week.
International producer joins Agnes Blues Fest
International producer Chantelle Fava will help deliver the 18th Agnes Blues Fest in the Town of 1770 in February 2027.
