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Australian Air Force to fly over Gladstone this morning

A Defence spokesperson says RAAF aircraft are often used for commemorations, as show of respect for the fallen.

Australian Air Force to fly over Gladstone this morning

A Defence spokesperson says RAAF aircraft are often used for commemorations, as show of respect for the fallen.

02:07

24 Apr 24

Rockhampton's dawn Service this ANZAC Day

Former Serving Gary Penny opening the dawn service address.

Rockhampton's dawn Service this ANZAC Day

Former Serving Gary Penny opening the dawn service address.

02:08

24 Apr 24

Premier Steven Miles says more cops are coming to the frontline

QPS will gain an additional 900 personnel, with 500 of those being sworn officers.

Premier Steven Miles says more cops are coming to the frontline

QPS will gain an additional 900 personnel, with 500 of those being sworn officers.

02:06

23 Apr 24

Damage to Peak Downs Highway is causing delays for some workers

Its as the Highway near Caval Ridge Mine remains closed after a truck crashed into the bridge on Haul Road. 

Damage to Peak Downs Highway is causing delays for some workers

Its as the Highway near Caval Ridge Mine remains closed after a truck crashed into the bridge on Haul Road. 

02:07

23 Apr 24

Two State Government announcements to tackle youth crime

More than 13-million-dollars will go towards supporting and expanding the youth co-responder teams, which currently operate in 13 regions.

Two State Government announcements to tackle youth crime

More than 13-million-dollars will go towards supporting and expanding the youth co-responder teams, which currently operate in 13 regions.

02:08

22 Apr 24

Investigations ongoing after man shot dead by Police near Gladstone

The incident happened at a rest stop south of Miriam Vale leaving the Bruce Highway closed in both directions until after 8pm last night.

Investigations ongoing after man shot dead by Police near Gladstone

The incident happened at a rest stop south of Miriam Vale leaving the Bruce Highway closed in both directions until after 8pm last night.

02:08

22 Apr 24

Gladstone Regional Council to receive funding for flood warning equipment

The funding will deliver 10 projects, improving flood infrastructure. 

Gladstone Regional Council to receive funding for flood warning equipment

The funding will deliver 10 projects, improving flood infrastructure. 

02:08

21 Apr 24

Man now charged with manslaughter over fatal Bouldercombe crash

The crash claimed the life of a 70 year old Mount Morgan woman...and left the 73-year-old driver hospitalised for almost 3 weeks.

Man now charged with manslaughter over fatal Bouldercombe crash

The crash claimed the life of a 70 year old Mount Morgan woman...and left the 73-year-old driver hospitalised for almost 3 weeks.

02:08

21 Apr 24

PM spruiks CQ critical minerals investment

Plus, a parliamentary committee examining youth justice issues has been disbanded, after failing to reach a consensus on an interim report.

PM spruiks CQ critical minerals investment

Plus, a parliamentary committee examining youth justice issues has been disbanded, after failing to reach a consensus on an interim report.

02:05

17 Apr 24

25yo man and 37yo woman released from hospital following shooting incident

Two people have been released from hospital, following a possible shooting incident at Dysart, on Monday night.

25yo man and 37yo woman released from hospital following shooting incident

Two people have been released from hospital, following a possible shooting incident at Dysart, on Monday night.

02:09

17 Apr 24

PM set to announce significant funding boost in Gladstone today

Plus, police are investigating following a possible shooting incident in Central Queensland. 

PM set to announce significant funding boost in Gladstone today

Plus, police are investigating following a possible shooting incident in Central Queensland. 

02:05

16 Apr 24

23yo man remanded in custody after crashing ute into vehicle, injuring officers

A 23-year-old man accused of being behind the wheel of a stolen car that crashed into an unmarked police vehicle, has had his case mentioned in court. 

23yo man remanded in custody after crashing ute into vehicle, injuring officers

A 23-year-old man accused of being behind the wheel of a stolen car that crashed into an unmarked police vehicle, has had his case mentioned in court. 

02:07

15 Apr 24

Truck driver sentenced for crashing into parked ambulance, killing two

A truck driver who pleaded guilty to causing the deaths of two people, after crashing into a parked ambulance, has been sentenced to four-and-a-half years jail.

Truck driver sentenced for crashing into parked ambulance, killing two

A truck driver who pleaded guilty to causing the deaths of two people, after crashing into a parked ambulance, has been sentenced to four-and-a-half years jail.

02:08

15 Apr 24

Two charged after stolen ute allegedly crashes into vehicle, injuring cops

Detectives have charged two people from the Mackay region, with 25 offences.

Two charged after stolen ute allegedly crashes into vehicle, injuring cops

Detectives have charged two people from the Mackay region, with 25 offences.

02:05

14 Apr 24

Forensic Crash Unit calling for witnesses following serious weekend crash

Plus, school is back and so too, is flu season. 

Forensic Crash Unit calling for witnesses following serious weekend crash

Plus, school is back and so too, is flu season. 

02:07

14 Apr 24

MP labels Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project "short-sighted energy plan”

The Federal Member for Capricornia has labelled the State Government's Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project a "short-sighted energy plan." 

MP labels Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project "short-sighted energy plan”

The Federal Member for Capricornia has labelled the State Government's Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project a "short-sighted energy plan." 

02:08

11 Apr 24

EXCLUSIVE CHAT: PM unveils new scheme and weighs in on Rabbitohs rumour mill

Anthony Albanese is in Queensland today, to unveil the 'Future Made in Australia Act'. 

EXCLUSIVE CHAT: PM unveils new scheme and weighs in on Rabbitohs rumour mill

Anthony Albanese is in Queensland today, to unveil the 'Future Made in Australia Act'. 

02:20

11 Apr 24

PM in Qld unveiling ‘Future Made in Australia Act’ with clean energy focus

It's as the first commercial-scale green hydrogen electrolyser facility, opened for business in Gladstone this week. 

PM in Qld unveiling ‘Future Made in Australia Act’ with clean energy focus

It's as the first commercial-scale green hydrogen electrolyser facility, opened for business in Gladstone this week. 

02:06

11 Apr 24

New flu vax being made available in Aus for first time as CQ cases surge

Plus, local renters are still feeling the pinch.

New flu vax being made available in Aus for first time as CQ cases surge

Plus, local renters are still feeling the pinch.

02:08

10 Apr 24

Survey reveals Qld crime and health frontline staff among unhappiest public servants

Central Queensland HHS staff are bucking the trend.

Survey reveals Qld crime and health frontline staff among unhappiest public servants

Central Queensland HHS staff are bucking the trend.

02:06

9 Apr 24

Police trying to find missing 13yo say disappearance is out of character

The teen was seen in Biloela last night.

Police trying to find missing 13yo say disappearance is out of character

The teen was seen in Biloela last night.

02:07

9 Apr 24

New mega solar farm to be built just outside of Gladstone

Premier Steven Miles is today touring a new mega solar farm just outside of Gladstone.

New mega solar farm to be built just outside of Gladstone

Premier Steven Miles is today touring a new mega solar farm just outside of Gladstone.

02:08

9 Apr 24

Woman pleads guilty to manslaughter more than 3 years after killing husband

Plus, Queensland teachers issue please explain over new bill.  

Woman pleads guilty to manslaughter more than 3 years after killing husband

Plus, Queensland teachers issue please explain over new bill.  

02:07

8 Apr 24

Australia’s first hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing facility opens in CQ

Premier Steven Miles and his Cabinet are meeting in Gladstone today, ahead of the opening of the country's first hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing facility.

Australia’s first hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing facility opens in CQ

Premier Steven Miles and his Cabinet are meeting in Gladstone today, ahead of the opening of the country's first hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing facility.

02:06

7 Apr 24

Doctors concerned by CQ's elective surgery waitlists

AMA Queensland is convening a new roundtable to tackle the issue, after a 6% rise in demand for referrals. 

Doctors concerned by CQ's elective surgery waitlists

AMA Queensland is convening a new roundtable to tackle the issue, after a 6% rise in demand for referrals. 

02:08

4 Apr 24

Fuel prices above $2.10, but CQ drivers aren't being ripped off

That's according to the RACQ, which says global factors are driving up prices these school holidays - not greed.

Fuel prices above $2.10, but CQ drivers aren't being ripped off

That's according to the RACQ, which says global factors are driving up prices these school holidays - not greed.

02:06

4 Apr 24

Livingstone's new Council officially sworn in

A ceremony has been held at Yeppoon's Town Hall, with Adam Belot taking the Mayoral position in Livingstone.

Livingstone's new Council officially sworn in

A ceremony has been held at Yeppoon's Town Hall, with Adam Belot taking the Mayoral position in Livingstone.

02:07

4 Apr 24

New plan to combat the Central Highland's housing shortage

The Central Highlands Development Corporation says fast population growth and a low unemployment rate is creating a perfect storm for the housing market.

New plan to combat the Central Highland's housing shortage

The Central Highlands Development Corporation says fast population growth and a low unemployment rate is creating a perfect storm for the housing market.

02:08

3 Apr 24

Women dies in head-on crash in the Gladstone region

She died in the collision on the Dawson Highway near Calliope last night, while a truck driver and dog were uninjured. (Image: Google)

Women dies in head-on crash in the Gladstone region

She died in the collision on the Dawson Highway near Calliope last night, while a truck driver and dog were uninjured. (Image: Google)

02:07

3 Apr 24

Union claims coercive control laws will be difficult to enforce

Ahead of new laws coming in next year, the Queensland Police Union says it simply doesn't have the resources to enforce them.

Union claims coercive control laws will be difficult to enforce

Ahead of new laws coming in next year, the Queensland Police Union says it simply doesn't have the resources to enforce them.

02:07

3 Apr 24

Mount Morgan's water restrictions come to an end after 3 years

Council believes there's enough water in the Number 7 Dam to supply Mount Morgan with water, until construction finishes on a permanent water pipeline.

Mount Morgan's water restrictions come to an end after 3 years

Council believes there's enough water in the Number 7 Dam to supply Mount Morgan with water, until construction finishes on a permanent water pipeline.

02:07

3 Apr 24

Central Highland's new Council to be sworn in this morning

A ceremony will be held in Emerald at 9am, as Janice Moriarty takes the Central Highland's top job.

Central Highland's new Council to be sworn in this morning

A ceremony will be held in Emerald at 9am, as Janice Moriarty takes the Central Highland's top job.

02:07

2 Apr 24

'Extreme risk' for Central Queensland airport

The United Firefighters Union and Airservices Australia have traded barbs over claims aviation firefighter shortages are putting passengers at risk in Gladstone and Rockhampton.

'Extreme risk' for Central Queensland airport

The United Firefighters Union and Airservices Australia have traded barbs over claims aviation firefighter shortages are putting passengers at risk in Gladstone and Rockhampton.

02:09

2 Apr 24

Mayor confident in the future of Rockynats

The flagship event for Rockhampton will move away from the Easter long weekend next year.

Mayor confident in the future of Rockynats

The flagship event for Rockhampton will move away from the Easter long weekend next year.

02:08

1 Apr 24

Gladstone woman killed in crash at Bajool

It was one of around half a dozen crashes which emergency services responded to across Central Queensland over the Easter long weekend.

Gladstone woman killed in crash at Bajool

It was one of around half a dozen crashes which emergency services responded to across Central Queensland over the Easter long weekend.

02:07

1 Apr 24

Fishing crackdown coming to Central Queensland

Patrols will be moving around the reef this long weekend, monitoring for illegal fishing behaviour to protect it during a vulnerable period.

Fishing crackdown coming to Central Queensland

Patrols will be moving around the reef this long weekend, monitoring for illegal fishing behaviour to protect it during a vulnerable period.

02:08

28 Mar 24

Safety warning following three crashes in CQ since midnight

Emergency services have already responded to a rollover at Gogango, a car into a pole at Ironpot and a three vehicle smash at Port Curtis.

Safety warning following three crashes in CQ since midnight

Emergency services have already responded to a rollover at Gogango, a car into a pole at Ironpot and a three vehicle smash at Port Curtis.

02:07

27 Mar 24

Rockhampton's Councillors sworn in, but what about Livingstone?

Rockhampton's Councillors and Mayor are now on the job, but after 12 days there's still no result in Livingstone's Mayoral race.

Rockhampton's Councillors sworn in, but what about Livingstone?

Rockhampton's Councillors and Mayor are now on the job, but after 12 days there's still no result in Livingstone's Mayoral race.

02:07

27 Mar 24

CQ police targeting drink and drug drivers this Easter

10 people have died on Central Region roads so far this year, including a motorbike rider killed south of Rockhampton earlier this week.

CQ police targeting drink and drug drivers this Easter

10 people have died on Central Region roads so far this year, including a motorbike rider killed south of Rockhampton earlier this week.

02:07

26 Mar 24

Bravery awards for selfless Central Queenslanders

Locals from Biloela and Blackwater are among those to receive a Group Bravery Citation for their response to a machinery fire in Moura.

Bravery awards for selfless Central Queenslanders

Locals from Biloela and Blackwater are among those to receive a Group Bravery Citation for their response to a machinery fire in Moura.

02:08

26 Mar 24

CQ's rural areas hit with major land valuation increases

Values have risen by as much as 136 in some areas, meaning residents could be hit with some major Council rate rises.

CQ's rural areas hit with major land valuation increases

Values have risen by as much as 136 in some areas, meaning residents could be hit with some major Council rate rises.

02:07

26 Mar 24

Review into election, as Livingstone waits for its results

A review has been launched ahead of the State Election, after long lines and ballot paper shortages during last weekend's Local Election.

Review into election, as Livingstone waits for its results

A review has been launched ahead of the State Election, after long lines and ballot paper shortages during last weekend's Local Election.

02:06

25 Mar 24

BREAKING: Motorbike rider dies south of Rockhampton

He was critically injured after falling just south of the Yeppen roundabout overnight.

BREAKING: Motorbike rider dies south of Rockhampton

He was critically injured after falling just south of the Yeppen roundabout overnight.

02:07

25 Mar 24

20 charged during crime crackdown in Rockhampton

Taskforce Guardian laid 77 charges during a week-long operation targeting stolen vehicles, break and enters and bail offences.

20 charged during crime crackdown in Rockhampton

Taskforce Guardian laid 77 charges during a week-long operation targeting stolen vehicles, break and enters and bail offences.

02:08

25 Mar 24

Rockhampton police investigate overnight robbery

Cash was stolen from a hotel on Archer Street just before midnight. 

Rockhampton police investigate overnight robbery

Cash was stolen from a hotel on Archer Street just before midnight. 

02:06

24 Mar 24

Firefighters tackle factory fire in Rockhampton

Three crews were called to the fire at the corner of Stanley and Alma Streets around 5am.

Firefighters tackle factory fire in Rockhampton

Three crews were called to the fire at the corner of Stanley and Alma Streets around 5am.

02:07

24 Mar 24

Two vehicle fires keep Rockhampton emergency services busy

Firefighters responded to two blazes at The Caves and Nankin overnight.

Two vehicle fires keep Rockhampton emergency services busy

Firefighters responded to two blazes at The Caves and Nankin overnight.

02:07

21 Mar 24

Energy Minister disputes CQ green energy job losses

Mick de Brenni says the creators of a report suggesting 46,000 local jobs are at risk, have a vested interest in fossil fuels.

Energy Minister disputes CQ green energy job losses

Mick de Brenni says the creators of a report suggesting 46,000 local jobs are at risk, have a vested interest in fossil fuels.

02:07

21 Mar 24

A thousand people wait more than 24hrs in CQ hospital wards

More than 1,000 Central Queenslanders have had to endure wait times of more than 24 hours in Rockhampton and Gladstone between October and January.

A thousand people wait more than 24hrs in CQ hospital wards

More than 1,000 Central Queenslanders have had to endure wait times of more than 24 hours in Rockhampton and Gladstone between October and January.

02:08

20 Mar 24

Tony Williams officially named Rockhampton's Mayor

The ECQ has confirmed his position, while we're now getting a clearer idea of results in the Central Highlands.

Tony Williams officially named Rockhampton's Mayor

The ECQ has confirmed his position, while we're now getting a clearer idea of results in the Central Highlands.

02:07

20 Mar 24

Surprising new data about Central Queensland crocodiles

A new study has revealed the distribution and migration ranges of crocs - and both numbers are smaller than you might expect!

Surprising new data about Central Queensland crocodiles

A new study has revealed the distribution and migration ranges of crocs - and both numbers are smaller than you might expect!

02:07

19 Mar 24

Gladstone residents among the worst for 'donkey votes'

Meantime, the Mayor vote count continues in Livingstone and the Central Highlands.

Gladstone residents among the worst for 'donkey votes'

Meantime, the Mayor vote count continues in Livingstone and the Central Highlands.

02:07

19 Mar 24

Truckie flown to Townsville after crash in the Coalfields

A man had to freed from wreckage, after his truck rolled north of Clermont in the early hours of this morning.

Truckie flown to Townsville after crash in the Coalfields

A man had to freed from wreckage, after his truck rolled north of Clermont in the early hours of this morning.

02:06

18 Mar 24

Vote count drags on in Livingstone and the Central Highlands

Counting will continue to determine our region's next Mayor, with Adam Belot and Andy Ireland still neck and neck in Livingstone.

Vote count drags on in Livingstone and the Central Highlands

Counting will continue to determine our region's next Mayor, with Adam Belot and Andy Ireland still neck and neck in Livingstone.

02:08

18 Mar 24

BMA sounds the alarm over Queensland Coal Royalties

The mining company says it will continue to support Central Queensland communities, despite royalties, inflation and workforce issues taking a toll on profitability. 

BMA sounds the alarm over Queensland Coal Royalties

The mining company says it will continue to support Central Queensland communities, despite royalties, inflation and workforce issues taking a toll on profitability. 

02:08

17 Mar 24

The neck and neck race to be Livingstone's next Mayor

Vote counting will continue today, with Adam Belot currently leading over Andy Ireland by around 1%. 

The neck and neck race to be Livingstone's next Mayor

Vote counting will continue today, with Adam Belot currently leading over Andy Ireland by around 1%. 

02:07

17 Mar 24

Opposition labels PET scan announcement 'out in the never never plan'

Also - Tributes flow for 21-year-old who lost his life in Nebo crash. 

Opposition labels PET scan announcement 'out in the never never plan'

Also - Tributes flow for 21-year-old who lost his life in Nebo crash. 

02:07

14 Mar 24

Tributes flow for young Rockampton man killed in Nebo crash

His colleagues said he had ' a work ethic like no other' and volunteered as a rural fire fighter on his time off.

Tributes flow for young Rockampton man killed in Nebo crash

His colleagues said he had ' a work ethic like no other' and volunteered as a rural fire fighter on his time off.

02:06

14 Mar 24

The 'bitumen bandits' are back in Central Queensland

Police say they are currently advertising for truck drivers, with the vehicles used being identified as unregistered.

The 'bitumen bandits' are back in Central Queensland

Police say they are currently advertising for truck drivers, with the vehicles used being identified as unregistered.

02:08

13 Mar 24

Young man from Rockyview looses life in Nebo crash

The 21-year-old from Rockyview was declared deceased at the scene after his car left Oxford Downs Sarina Road and hit a tree.

Young man from Rockyview looses life in Nebo crash

The 21-year-old from Rockyview was declared deceased at the scene after his car left Oxford Downs Sarina Road and hit a tree.

02:08

13 Mar 24

Major beef up coming to Rockhampton Police force

The Police minister is expected to announce 26 extra positions for the Rocky area this morning.

Major beef up coming to Rockhampton Police force

The Police minister is expected to announce 26 extra positions for the Rocky area this morning.

02:07

12 Mar 24

Investigation launched after critical worksite injury in Rockhampton

Emergency crews were called to the site on Knight Street yesterday following reports a man was trapped in machinery.

Investigation launched after critical worksite injury in Rockhampton

Emergency crews were called to the site on Knight Street yesterday following reports a man was trapped in machinery.

02:08

12 Mar 24

Citizen scientists can help the Great Barrier Reef

A climate advocate says citizen scientists could help researchers better understand when the next coral whitening event will happen.

Citizen scientists can help the Great Barrier Reef

A climate advocate says citizen scientists could help researchers better understand when the next coral whitening event will happen.

02:07

11 Mar 24

Over 4100 juveniles arrested in Statewide youth crime operation

Also - Bans to advertising of suntanning oils and accelerators.

Over 4100 juveniles arrested in Statewide youth crime operation

Also - Bans to advertising of suntanning oils and accelerators.

02:07

11 Mar 24

Rocky women taken to Hospital for snake bite as QAS are called out over 1000 times

Snake Catcher Timothy Hudson says on average, they bandage up two or three customers a season.

Rocky women taken to Hospital for snake bite as QAS are called out over 1000 times

Snake Catcher Timothy Hudson says on average, they bandage up two or three customers a season.

02:08

10 Mar 24

Busy weekend for emergency services round CQ

One man died in prison and police called to two vehicle crashes...

Busy weekend for emergency services round CQ

One man died in prison and police called to two vehicle crashes...

02:07

10 Mar 24

Super to be added to parental leave, but why the long wait?

It's as women are currently retiring with 25% less superannuation than men. 

Super to be added to parental leave, but why the long wait?

It's as women are currently retiring with 25% less superannuation than men. 

02:08

7 Mar 24

Historic laws passed overnight to improve safety on CQ maternity wards

A one midwife to six patient ratio will be rolled out from as early as this year.

Historic laws passed overnight to improve safety on CQ maternity wards

A one midwife to six patient ratio will be rolled out from as early as this year.

02:08

7 Mar 24

Another crush injury in rural Central Queensland

A man was injured near Biloela yesterday, following at least three other serious crush injuries attended to by the rescue chopper this year. (Image: RACQ CapRescue)

Another crush injury in rural Central Queensland

A man was injured near Biloela yesterday, following at least three other serious crush injuries attended to by the rescue chopper this year. (Image: RACQ CapRescue)

02:08

6 Mar 24

Coercive control to become a criminal offence in Queensland

Queensland has passed legislation to criminalise coercive control, with a maximum prison term of 14 years.

Coercive control to become a criminal offence in Queensland

Queensland has passed legislation to criminalise coercive control, with a maximum prison term of 14 years.

02:08

6 Mar 24

Concerns around PET scanner shortage in Central Queensland

There are currently no PET scanners within the entirety of Central Queensland.

Concerns around PET scanner shortage in Central Queensland

There are currently no PET scanners within the entirety of Central Queensland.

02:07

5 Mar 24

Critics say CQ pipeline fire shows the risk of Coal Seam Gas

A major Central Queensland gas line, which travels though to Gladstone, caught fire in the Central Highlands yesterday. (Image: Henry Hardachre)

Critics say CQ pipeline fire shows the risk of Coal Seam Gas

A major Central Queensland gas line, which travels though to Gladstone, caught fire in the Central Highlands yesterday. (Image: Henry Hardachre)

02:07

5 Mar 24

Man injured in ship-fall off Gladstone coast

It's believed he was flown to Gladstone Hospital, after injuring his arm. (File image)

Man injured in ship-fall off Gladstone coast

It's believed he was flown to Gladstone Hospital, after injuring his arm. (File image)

02:07

4 Mar 24

Central Queenslanders hit with massive summer power bills

Some Central Queenslanders have reported their summer power bills are almost DOUBLE what they expected.

Central Queenslanders hit with massive summer power bills

Some Central Queenslanders have reported their summer power bills are almost DOUBLE what they expected.

02:07

4 Mar 24

The lights are back on after Central Queensland power outage!

Around three thousand properties between Westwood and Port Curtis were without electricity for around four hours this morning.

The lights are back on after Central Queensland power outage!

Around three thousand properties between Westwood and Port Curtis were without electricity for around four hours this morning.

02:08

4 Mar 24

Thousands hit by power blackout across Central Queensland

Around 3,000 properties are without power this morning around Gracemere, Mount Morgan, Stanwell and Kabra.

Thousands hit by power blackout across Central Queensland

Around 3,000 properties are without power this morning around Gracemere, Mount Morgan, Stanwell and Kabra.

02:07

3 Mar 24

Pre-polling beginning in Central Queensland today

Early voting centres in Rockhampton, Gladstone, Yeppoon, Mount Morgan and Emerald will open today in the leadup to the the Local Government Election.

Pre-polling beginning in Central Queensland today

Early voting centres in Rockhampton, Gladstone, Yeppoon, Mount Morgan and Emerald will open today in the leadup to the the Local Government Election.

02:07

3 Mar 24

Man injured after allegedly being struck by vehicle in Rockhampton

Police say a person is assisting with inquires, after the incident at the corner of Derby and George Streets earlier this morning.

Man injured after allegedly being struck by vehicle in Rockhampton

Police say a person is assisting with inquires, after the incident at the corner of Derby and George Streets earlier this morning.

02:07

29 Feb 24

Hot days, warm nights - the numbers are in from CQ's summer

Rockhampton endured hotter than average daytime temperatures, and nights almost two degrees warmer than usual.

Hot days, warm nights - the numbers are in from CQ's summer

Rockhampton endured hotter than average daytime temperatures, and nights almost two degrees warmer than usual.

02:08

29 Feb 24

Authorities to conduct further surveys of CQ's coral reefs

It's after 'extensive' bleaching was detected around the Keppel, Capricorn and Bunker islands. (File image)

Authorities to conduct further surveys of CQ's coral reefs

It's after 'extensive' bleaching was detected around the Keppel, Capricorn and Bunker islands. (File image)

02:07

28 Feb 24

CQ man 'in good spirits' after being crushed by TONNES of grain

Bystanders used shovels and a front end loader to help free the man, after a silo collapsed near Springsure. (Image: RACQ CapRescue)

CQ man 'in good spirits' after being crushed by TONNES of grain

Bystanders used shovels and a front end loader to help free the man, after a silo collapsed near Springsure. (Image: RACQ CapRescue)

02:07

28 Feb 24

'Extensive' coral bleaching found in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Helicopter flights over the Southern Great Barrier Reef have confirmed extensive coral bleaching across our region, around the Keppel, Capricorn and Bunker Islands. (File image)

'Extensive' coral bleaching found in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Helicopter flights over the Southern Great Barrier Reef have confirmed extensive coral bleaching across our region, around the Keppel, Capricorn and Bunker Islands. (File image)

02:08

28 Feb 24

Why can't colour-blind Central Queenslanders join QPS?

Even as police numbers dwindle, Central Queenslands who are colour-blind remain ineligible for join Queensland Police.

Why can't colour-blind Central Queenslanders join QPS?

Even as police numbers dwindle, Central Queenslands who are colour-blind remain ineligible for join Queensland Police.

02:06

27 Feb 24

Global experts on dust diseases coming to Queensland

So far this year, around 50 cases of diseases linked to mine dust have been reported to Queensland's regulatory body.

Global experts on dust diseases coming to Queensland

So far this year, around 50 cases of diseases linked to mine dust have been reported to Queensland's regulatory body.

02:08

27 Feb 24

Historic first - gender pay gaps published for big businesses

Every business with more than 100 employees will now have that info published online, in the hope it will improve advocacy and equality.

Historic first - gender pay gaps published for big businesses

Every business with more than 100 employees will now have that info published online, in the hope it will improve advocacy and equality.

02:06

26 Feb 24

Youth Justice committee to hear from CQ locals today

After political bickering and claims local input has been forgotten, the Youth Justice Reform Committee will host a hearing in Rockhampton today.

Youth Justice committee to hear from CQ locals today

After political bickering and claims local input has been forgotten, the Youth Justice Reform Committee will host a hearing in Rockhampton today.

02:07

26 Feb 24

Gladstone hit with some of the highest GP price hikes

The Flynn electorate saw one of the biggest rises in the country for out of pocket costs when visiting a GP.

Gladstone hit with some of the highest GP price hikes

The Flynn electorate saw one of the biggest rises in the country for out of pocket costs when visiting a GP.

02:07

26 Feb 24

'No room for complacency' around CQ mould outbreaks

After a wet summer, microbiologists are voicing concerns about the risks mould can pose if left untreated in our homes.

'No room for complacency' around CQ mould outbreaks

After a wet summer, microbiologists are voicing concerns about the risks mould can pose if left untreated in our homes.

02:07

25 Feb 24

Experts assessing coral bleaching off Central QLD coast

Researchers have used helicopters to survey reports of bleaching around the Keppel, Capricorn and Bunker Islands. (File image)

Experts assessing coral bleaching off Central QLD coast

Researchers have used helicopters to survey reports of bleaching around the Keppel, Capricorn and Bunker Islands. (File image)

02:08

25 Feb 24

Qld head honchos have little control of their own fate at the top

A Professor of Strategy has revealed...

Qld head honchos have little control of their own fate at the top

A Professor of Strategy has revealed...

02:08

22 Feb 24

Severe coral bleaching found around Keppel Islands

Sparking concerns the GBR is at a high risk of a mass bleaching event. 

Severe coral bleaching found around Keppel Islands

Sparking concerns the GBR is at a high risk of a mass bleaching event. 

02:07

22 Feb 24

FRIEND OR FOE? How AI could change QLD's election campaigns

In this LiSTNR exclusive, we look at the increasing role of artificial intelligence in campaigns overseas, and what that could mean for Queenslanders voting in the upcoming local and state elections.

FRIEND OR FOE? How AI could change QLD's election campaigns

In this LiSTNR exclusive, we look at the increasing role of artificial intelligence in campaigns overseas, and what that could mean for Queenslanders voting in the upcoming local and state elections.

03:26

22 Feb 24

Queensland's Attorney-General has become the latest high-profile female to call it quits

Yvette D'ath has confirmed she won't contest her seat of Redcliffe at the next state election

Queensland's Attorney-General has become the latest high-profile female to call it quits

Yvette D'ath has confirmed she won't contest her seat of Redcliffe at the next state election

02:07

22 Feb 24

Tradies could be 'hit the hardest' if fuel emission standards are passed

The Housing Industry Association says expert modelling predicts hefty upfront expenses, which could result in the building industry being unable to afford commercial vehicles.

Tradies could be 'hit the hardest' if fuel emission standards are passed

The Housing Industry Association says expert modelling predicts hefty upfront expenses, which could result in the building industry being unable to afford commercial vehicles.

02:08

21 Feb 24

Local business owners are struggling to pay staff

The LNP Government stood up in Rockhampton yesterday demanding the State Gov to address the issue, specially looking at electricity, insurance, water and transport.

Local business owners are struggling to pay staff

The LNP Government stood up in Rockhampton yesterday demanding the State Gov to address the issue, specially looking at electricity, insurance, water and transport.

02:07

21 Feb 24

An 'invisible homelessness' epidemic is happening across Queensland

Uniting Care says there is a misconception that homelessness means people sleeping rough on the streets...but there's been a huge surge in people couch-surfing due to the cost-of-living crisis.

An 'invisible homelessness' epidemic is happening across Queensland

Uniting Care says there is a misconception that homelessness means people sleeping rough on the streets...but there's been a huge surge in people couch-surfing due to the cost-of-living crisis.

02:08

21 Feb 24

Could reality TV be the solution to Queensland's youth crime crisis?

Keppel MP James Ashby says sending camera crews on the road with cops, could help pressure politicians and senior police to take real action.

Could reality TV be the solution to Queensland's youth crime crisis?

Keppel MP James Ashby says sending camera crews on the road with cops, could help pressure politicians and senior police to take real action.

02:08

20 Feb 24

Man charged over Bouldercombe crash due back in court this morning

The 36-year-old Mount Morgan man had his case adjourned yesterday and was remanded in custody, due to front the court again this morning.

Man charged over Bouldercombe crash due back in court this morning

The 36-year-old Mount Morgan man had his case adjourned yesterday and was remanded in custody, due to front the court again this morning.

02:07

20 Feb 24

IN DEPTH | Taking a look at Katarina Carroll's time as top cop

She today announced she won't be renewing her contract for a further three years. 

IN DEPTH | Taking a look at Katarina Carroll's time as top cop

She today announced she won't be renewing her contract for a further three years. 

04:50

20 Feb 24

Man fronts court over Bouldercombe crash

A elderly couple in their 70s remain in hospital this morning in a critical condition following the crash on Razorback Road yesterday.

Man fronts court over Bouldercombe crash

A elderly couple in their 70s remain in hospital this morning in a critical condition following the crash on Razorback Road yesterday.

02:08

19 Feb 24

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