Mining’s real life succession drama yet to play out
The breakdown of a marriage is a deeply private matter, but in the case of the billionaire Forrest family it can have big public implications.
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‘Tidal wave of suffering’: Outgoing mine chief warns 60,000 jobs at risk
He may be retiring as the face of Queensland’s billion-dollar resources sector but Ian Macfarlane’s advocacy is far from over – especially when it comes to coal royalties and the threat to mining towns.
World-first hydrogen pilot worth $100M+ gets go ahead in Qld
Resources giant Rio Tinto will trial world-first hydrogen technology, tipped to reduce emissions equivalent to taking more than 100,000 cars off the road, in the gas heartland of Gladstone. DETAILS.
‘Cough in the morning’: Lung disease cases skyrocket as 150,000 workers tested
A former miner of 50 years suffering from silicosis is urging comrades to get checked as the number of Mine Dust Lung Disease cases surge across Queensland.
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Two family cars that have the heart of a Lamborghini
While looking different, the Audi RS Q8 and RS 6 Avant are closely related, designed for the speed-loving household
Iconic Rockhampton family business sold after 72 years
The buyer says the acquisition is a further step in the company’s expansion into the regional Australian bus market.
Boutique to deliver European fashion to Gladstone region
The motto of this new Agnes Water boutique is, “Life is too short to feel nothing less than amazing, so buy the dress!”
Humble van transformed into first-class travel
Brash and boxy from the outside. This luxurious van strikes a family chord with amazing space and seats fits for royalty.
‘World first’: Brothers’ invention to transform storage game
Two Central Queensland men have invented a new machine, likened to a ‘mega vending machine’ to manage stock and prevent thefts in heavy industries.
Plan to fast-track Covid-19 vaccine rollout in the Bowen Basin
Queensland Resources Council is compiling a list of resources companies with the capacity to help fast-track vaccinations in regional areas.
‘Reach out, get in touch’: New disability service launches
Gladstone’s woman’s mission to help the community: “What we are seeing is a lot is people aren’t aware of what is available out in the community.”
Canavan under fire for ‘snubbing’ CQ witnesses in job security forum
Shots have been fired after the Queensland Senator missed first-hand casualisation stories from Bowen Basin miners. But he has defended his absence.
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