Western Queensland resilience the pride of the State
THE ENDURINGpositivity of Western Queensland was recognised this week as His Excellency,the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland, began his sweepingthree-day tour...
Cattle truck accident near Rolleston
A cattle truck has reportedly rolled on the Blackwater Rolleston Road, near Rolleston this morning.
Emergency crews have been dispatched to the site.
Motorists...
Woman killed in Springsure crash
A 49-year-old woman has died in a car accident near Springsure overnight.
A police spokesperson suggested the ute was travelling along the Dawson Highway when...
Blackall’’s ’’lifeblood’’ awarded OAM
Described as the “lifeblood ofBlackall”, Rev. O’Neill was announced as a recipient during this year’sAustralia Day honours.
She received her medal July 14 in an...
Motorbike riders urged to be considerate
The focusof the operation includes both education of the public and increased traffic enforcement.Police will be attending local schools and public areas to reinforce...
Succession planning at Ballard’’s Birdy
The programrecognises high achievers in Years 11 and 12 through Vocational Education andTraining in Schools (VETiS), school-based apprenticeships or traineeships inthe tourism, food and...
When the tables are turned: Best man to best mate
At about 6.30am on Mother’s Day, Mr Truss was discovered unconsciousby his wife in their family home near Quilpie.
“I remember waking up that morning...
Winton’’s Bronze Swagman Award for Bush Verse
Judge Jack Drake of Stanthorpe has chosen Marco Gliori’s poem FUMBLES asthe winner of $500 and a bronze statuette crafted by Queensland sculptor DaphneMayo....
Single vehicle fire in Longreach
Acting Inspector of Longreach Fire and Rescue Services, Scott Marsh, said local firefighters were alerted at around 12:45pm.
Civilians at the scene used fire extinguishers...
Top Central Highlands artists share in $10,000 of prize money
MORE THAN 40 district artists vied for their share of $10,000 in prize money at the annual art awards showcase at the weekend.
The 2020...
Never a dull moment for doctors
MEDICAL STAFF are never really off duty.
That’s the harsh reality experienced by Rockhampton Hospital junior doctors Madeleine Storey, Evan Morgan and David Carr over...
Hands-on help for new parents and their bubs
THERE is a hidden gem of a service that aims to improve the health of your infant and achieve a better night’s sleep happening...
Jozette Jones proud to empower next generation
The ASE Group hosted a Mini Youth Summit at the Longreach Civic Centre on Thursday, 3 October, with the session aimed at empowering primary...
