RockhamptonThere are new fears Queensland graziers are reaching breaking point with revelations some are being charged more than $100,000 annually in rural rates from their local council.
EXCLUSIVEBusinessA fishing village’s chance to become the next Whitsundays is on ice as a $250m development collapses and goes on the market.
PropertyA colourful 142-year-old Queensland pub which once boasted the “finest private zoo in the Commonwealth” has sold as the hotel’s “wonderfully weird” history is revealed in this special feature. VIDEO.
BusinessA longstanding, key player in the Queensland construction industry has revealed the harsh reality of rising costs and how he’s stayed successful amid a spate of builder busts.
BusinessThey might look cute and fluffy but these pooches will use their sniffing superpowers to uncover the culprits costing Mackay ratepayers a small fortune each year.
RockhamptonWith the average wedding costing between $26,000 and $29,000, one Queensland woman has come up with an ingenious solution to help her save thousands on her big day.
PropertyRatepayers in Central Queensland could face huge rates increases after a state-led land evaluation review revealed increases of up to 178 per cent and the blame game is already underway. SEE WHERE YOUR SUBURB RANKED.
RockhamptonThe Central Highlands Regional Council’s first female mayor says she’s honoured to be chosen to “champion our community” as an expert researcher reveals why women are increasingly being picked as political leaders across the state.