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Queensland community urged to ‘get seizure smart’ this March

The Queensland community is being urged to get epilepsy aware and seizure smart this March, in support of people impacted by this complex neurological...

Turnaround in seasonal conditions and cattle prices sees ag sentiment bounce back

Widespread summer rain across much of the state and the lift in cattle prices are the chief factors behind a boost in confidence levels...

New shack for $200,000 local lottery winner

A Gladstone man has jokingly admitted that he can’t wait to upgrade his ‘run-down shack’ to an even better ‘shack’ after scoring $200,000 in...

Have your say – New Plan of Management for Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

Consultation on the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park’s Southern Plan of Management has opened this week. Long-term sustainability, resilience and conservation will be the focus...

Diagnosis challenges for Neurodivergent women

As our understanding of neurodiversity evolves, so does our appreciation for the unique ways our brains function. During Neurodiversity Celebration Week, from 18 to...

Calling residents in the Fitzroy River Basin to shape the future with new survey

Fitzroy Partnership for River Health are thrilled to announce the launch of a community research survey, inviting residents within the Fitzroy River basin to...

1860s immigrant dove at peace with the natives

Coming from the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, the Spotted Dove is not native to Australia, having been introduced into this country in the...

Paperbark mural makes an IMPACT

When you walk into the reception area of the newly refurbished IMPACT Community Health Service (ICHS) at Agnes Water, you might feel like you...

Democracy sausage an election day must

Last Saturday, I must have gone to the only polling booth that didn't have on offer a "democracy sausage". When I asked, volunteers knew...

Vandals locked out after dark

Banana Shire Council has installed timed automatic locking doors at public amenities in Moura and Biloela in a move 4to combat vandalism and enhance...

Bitumen bandits scam hits Gladstone

Gladstone police are urging the region's homeowners to remain wary of the bitumen scam, with information that offenders are operating in the Gladstone area. "This...

Locals join Ergon apprentice intake

Gladstone, Biloela and Moura locals are among the 182 apprentices in Ergon Energy record 2024 intake. Making the grade were Angus Clancy, Alex Isdale and...

Easter Saturday racing in Gladstone

A bumper crowd will be trackside as the Gladstone Turf Club hosts its annual Easter Saturday meeting at Ferguson Park. The club has reported more...