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Simple question leads to international campaign

Teach Us Consent was born out of a powerful grassroots movement — a collective call for change to dismantle rape culture and create a...

Honouring the fallen

Emerald and Central Queensland firefighters, dignitaries and emergency services personnel bowed their heads as one as the names of the 60 Queensland firefighters who...

School ‘discourages’ use of metal water bottles

Emerald North State School has 'strongly discouraged' the use of metal water bottles, such as popular brands Yeti and Stanley, on school grounds from...

Blair Athol mine reserves upgraded

Australia Post Christmas deadlines revealed

Council expands grader fleet

Marist students make camp at Saraji

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Sport

Roma Clay Target two day annual shoot

The Roma Clay Target Club hosted a massive two-day shoot on October 11–12, 2025, drawing 302 competitors from 78 clubs across Australia. Shooters travelled...

Fuller stars in Australia PM XIII win over PNG rivals

Ethan Strange has helped inspire the Australian Prime Minister's XIII to a 28-10 win over Papua New Guinea PM XIII in the annual clash...

Isaiah takes to the court

Emerald and District Lawn Tennis Association’s young talent Isaiah Murree represented Queensland at the inaugural Under-10 Green Ball National Tournament in Adelaide from 29...

Emerald represents at Pacific Junior Championships

Three teams from the Emerald Eagles Football Club proudly represented their hometown in Maroochydore at the Pacific Junior Championships from 30 September to 2...

Emerald cowgirl claims top spot

Pro Rodeo has always been action-packed, and it’s more popular than ever before. The Australian Professional Rodeo Association’s 2025 season is wrapping up, with more...

Sir Grace can show his class in Emerald 100

Quality Rockhampton galloper Sir Grace adds the star quality to a terrific edition of the $15,000 Emerald Ford Emerald 100 (1850m) at Pioneer Park...

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Entertainment

Nikki heading to Emerald

Rising comedy star Nikki Justice is heading to Central Queensland in 2025 as part of her Australia and New Zealand tour with her critically...

On This Day: National Chess Day!

National Chess Day offers an opportunity to learn about and celebrate all things related to the history, challenge and enjoyment of the game. The game...

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OCTOBER Saturday 11 October EMERALD 100 The race day that stops Emerald and the Central Highlands! 2 feature races: Emerald 100 and the Lightning! Watch this space...

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Outdoor yoga with Kelly - Sapphire Join Kelly for indoor or outdoor yoga classes held at various locations in Emerald and Sapphire. Suitable for all...

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Outdoor yoga with Kelly - Sapphire Join Kelly for indoor or outdoor yoga classes held at various locations in Emerald and Sapphire. Suitable for all...

On This Day: International Bacon Day!

Sizzle, sizzle. The sound of bacon frying is enough to make your mouth water on its own. And that smell wafting through the air?...

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Local fire ban extended for Central Region residents

The Queensland Fire Department (QFD) has extended a local fire ban for Central Region residents. The local fire ban will now be in place...

Farmland values in CQ jump 148 per cent

Australian farmland values continued to plateau across the first half of 2025 nationally, while the Central Highlands rose 6.2 per cent. According to the latest...

Convoy of stolen cars, businesses broken into at Capella, Tieri

Central Highlands police are investigating following a series of break and enters and vehicle thefts in the region on the weekend. A police spokesperson said...

Regional health and aged care

I have just returned to the electorate after a week of Parliamentary Sittings in Canberra where I spoke in the Federation Chamber about the...

Let’s celebrate excellence: nominations now open for AgForce Producer of the Year 2025

The Producer of the Year Award is more than a title - it’s a celebration of the very best of Australian agriculture. Following the...

Rural community hub gets funding boost for Clermont

Twelve rural community hubs across Australia have been selected to receive $10,000 each to upgrade their facilities, including Kilcummin Hall at Clermont. The community centres...

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