In photos: Footy, faces at Norths’ second TBMM Be Kind Day
Norths Chargers hosted Rocky Brothers in four grades in the second edition of the memorial day for Tayla Black and daughter Murphy Margaret. See the photos.
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Victim rushed to hospital after stabbing
A man has been taken to hospital after an alleged stabbing near Yeppoon.
Smoke warning for residents in Mount Morgan area
Mount Morgan residents are being warned about smoke in the area as a hazard reduction burn is carried out.
Grand gesture: Moving way sport loving slain mum, bub honoured
On what should have been a joint birthday celebration, the loving parents of Tayla Black, allegedly murdered alongside her baby daughter, have unveiled a fitting memorial, vowing to be “their voice”.
Missing Bundaberg man located ‘safe and well’
A missing Bundaberg man has been found safe and well.
Super app: The smoking gun in Pheobe case, crash lifeline
Tracking tech is playing a role in these high-profile police probes and speeding up emergency response, but an expert warns it’s not without risk. SPECIAL REPORT.
Experienced hand at helm of Maroons’ skipper-making carnival
Paul Dever’s decades-long association with the premier schools rugby league carnival started as a player. Thirty years on, he will convene the largest iteration of the event in Rockhampton.
Last of the great Australian showmen enters final round
As he contemplates his last day at the Birdsville Races, true showman Fred Brophy reflects on his boxing life and the changes in regional Australia, writes Michael Madigan.
Mapped: Every shop selling illegal tobacco near where you live
A Courier-Mail investigation can reveal the locations and names of more than 360 shops caught selling illegal tobacco in the past year. SEE THE MAP
Why house prices are surging in Central Qld mining towns
Central Qld mining towns are in a rising property market cycle with median house prices jumping over 10 per cent in 12 months. Find out why. SEE THE INTERACTIVE GRAPHIC
Police crack down on off-road motorcycle offending
Three people have been charged with 16 traffic-related offences as police target off-road motorcycle offending in Central Qld.
Elder allegedly drops drugs to prisoner during official jail visit
While attending a First Nations Elders meeting at a Qld jail, one man allegedly smuggled drugs to an inmate with a “simply appalling” history.
Bombshell report: Pilots knew of deadly fault months before triple-fatal crash
A Queensland plane that crashed in 2023, killing all three on board, had a pressurisation fault so bad company pilots flew for months at low altitudes to avoid blacking out, a damning report has found.
Exciting elite netball call-up for Capricorn Claws’ sharp-shooter
While her teammates are headed to Townsville for Round 2 of the Ruby North netball series, Kaylee Acton will be taking a big step forward in her young career.
‘Sort it out’: Frustration over Anuisha Bone murder case delays
A Qld Magistrate has expressed frustration at the latest delays in the case of two charged over a high-profile shooting murder, warning of consequences for continued absences.
‘Changed my life’: Teen girl turns her life around
A teen girl and nine others now have a vibrant future and lifelong friendships thanks to an incredible program in Rockhampton.
Two teens taken to hospital after Bruce Hwy crash
Two teenage girls were taken to hospital after it crashed down an embankment, under a bridge, on the Bruce Hwy, south of Rockhampton, on Monday afternoon.
Health services needed to keep families, doctors, in regions
Figuring out where Qld’s huge coal royalties are being spent has been put on the agenda, with one minister saying there are regions with ‘no basic health services’ contributing billions in royalties.
Hospital, Macca’s: Predator’s brazen sexual assaults, stalking
“Are you sure you don’t want some of this?”, a Qld creep said in one of four frightening ambushes where multiple women were sexually assaulted in public places.
‘Tangible support’: Fishers hooked on Qld Govt’s policy change
It’s hoped a policy change by the Queensland Government will renew confidence in the commercial fishing industry and secure its future.
‘They ate my brekkie!’ Copper crim’s rant after Ergon raid
A man who whinged watch-house staff ate his breakfast as he represented himself in court also had some strange complaints about police.
‘Hatched plan to pay debts’: Prison drug smuggle bust
A desperate attempt to settle a jailhouse debt led a recently released man straight back to where he started after he was caught smuggling drugs into prison.
Bringing soldiers home alive: Defence’s safety revolution unfolds
Former Special Forces soldier’s lifesaving creation to lead revolutionary safety technology trials at Australia’s largest military exercise.
Watch replays: St Brendan’s outlast rivals in physical grand final rematch
St Brendan’s College has come back to haunt rivals Rockhampton Grammar in a monster Dolphins Cup grand final rematch. Watch the REPLAYS from a big triple header.
Central Qld footy nursery that’s dominating State of Origin
When Kurt Mann runs out for Queensland in Game 2 of the State of Origin series on Wednesday night, he will continue the incredible legacy of St Brendan’s College graduates. The school’s legendary coach, Scott Minto, reveals what’s behind the success.
Watch replay: Shalom break Dolphins Cup drought with big win
Shalom broke its Dolphins Cup drought with an impressive home win over Emmaus on Tuesday. Watch the REPLAY, along with the Dolphins Challenge and Schoolgirls Cup replays, here.
‘Destruction everywhere’: Petition to ban vehicles on beaches
The man behind a petition for a Central Qld council to ban vehicles from the majority of beaches has described 4WDs as “incompatible” with urban beaches. Tell us what you think in our poll
Bushmaster 13-tonne army truck rolled on highway
A man in his 20s has been injured in an army truck rollover on a busy highway in Central Queensland.
Police allege dangerous driving after car rolls on CQ highway
Police are appealing for help after a man was taken to hospital after his car rolled on a Central Qld highway. DETAILS
170+ faces: Rockhampton pop-up polo in photos
A huge crowd flocked to Victoria Park for the eighth edition of the annual sporting and social event on Saturday. See the photos.
In photos: Faces of the Capras’ double header in Rockhampton
Footy fans headed to Rockhampton’s Rugby Park to watch the Capras’ women kick off their BMD Premiership season and the men continue their Hostplus Cup campaign. Check out the photos.
‘Purple patch’: Full forward bags six in his red-hot run for BITS
BITS towering full forward Ky Hull knows how to find the sticks and he’s rocketing up the leading goal-scorers ladder. Check out the top 10 in the AFL Capricornia senior divisions.
My 9 week old was going blind, this is how we saved her eye
A mum’s intuition something was off with her newborn was proven true, as a Queensland baby fights a rare one in 27,000 cancer diagnosis.
Mum and son alleged murder-suicide pact case set for trial
A Qld mother and son accused of killing their family member in an alleged suicide pact now have a trial date — but the surviving son is willing to cop to a lesser charge.
Watch: Capricornia’s newest prison officers graduate
It was 10 weeks of hard training but today was a day of celebration as 20 custodial officers graduated in Rockhampton.
WATCH: Incredible drone fly-through of huge Qld mine operation
Stunning footage shot over two days using multiple drones has captured the magnitude of producing steelmaking coal in Queensland.
Drug bust: Passenger intel leads to meth find under driver’s seat
A man with a history of drug issues wasn’t the target during his latest drug bust, but the large amount of meth police found came as no surprise.
Unmarked police car rammed by vehicle after traffic stop
A vehicle pulled over for a traffic stop in the middle of the night rammed the car Queensland police were travelling in before fleeing the scene.
Hard fought: Rookie fullback a shining light in CQ Capras defeat
CQ Capras reveals rookie stars and key takeaways from team’s loss to BMD Premiership debutants Ipswich Jets. Get all the talking points, including where the game was won and lost here.
Capras women’s season opener in photos
The CQ Capras launched their season against a formidable Ipswich Jets outfit at Rockhampton’s Rugby Park on Saturday. Catch the action in our photo gallery.
‘Put you in a box’: Man’s threat to kill carwash owner
A man who threatened to bash and kill a Central Queensland carwash owner during an ugly confrontation was also busted dealing drugs.
Three in hospital after motorbike vs. car highway crash
Three people have been taken to hospital after a crash between a motorbike and car on a Qld highway.
Emergency crews called to Central Qld truck fire
Traffic control is in place after a prime mover caught fire in Central Queensland.
‘Dear Albo, come row on our river’: MPs let rip over Olympic quip
A podcast comment from the Prime Minister questioning whether Rockhampton was the right place to host Olympic Rowing still isn’t going down well with the Beef Capital’s leaders.
Texts uncover Qld mum-of-five’s drug trafficking business
A mother-of-five was caught when messages on her mobile phone revealed rampant drug dealing spanning from Central Qld to the Gold Coast.
Man suffers horror burns in backyard fire fall
A man in his 30s has been rushed to hospital with “potentially life-threatening facial burns” after falling into a fire at a Qld property.
Man charged after alleged jewellery store ram raid drama
A man has been charged after a Central Queensland shopping centre was allegedly targeted by thieves in a black sedan, who left a stream of damage before making out with watches and valuables.
Cash boost call: Qld container rebates ‘should be doubled’
Queensland’s Container Refund Scheme returns should be doubled to 20c in a bid to keep up with inflation and encourage more residents to take part, a parliamentary committee has heard.
‘Loud crack’: Qld dad in coma as alleged attacker named
Disturbing details have emerged about an alleged assault in a Qld nightclub precinct which ended in a construction worker being charged and a business owner dad seriously hurt.
‘Cocaine, Snapchat sales’: How hospo manager turned into trafficker
A young Qld drug dealer was making thousands on Snapchat and had offered to supply across the state when a late-night bust at an industrial estate brought her undone.
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