Deadly mozzie-borne virus spreads to CQ pigs
A rare and deadly mosquito-borne virus which has already killed two in Queensland has been detected in this region for the first time.
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Inside new mission to return dilapidated Qld resorts to glory days
A Queensland MP and mayor are Japan-bound for face-to-face talks with the Iwasaki boss over stalled plans for the once-grand Capricorn Resort with a stop also planned in China over the future of another Great Barrier Reef gem.
‘Great to stay, study in Rocky’: One-stop jobs shop keeping kids here
An aspiring chef with big food dreams was among the school leavers checking out the CQU TAFE Careers Expo where all the vocational opportunities the region had to offer were on show.
‘Slap in the face’: Councillors vote on raising pay
A Rockhampton councillor seeking a wage increase said “all working Australians” deserve a pay rise in line with inflation, claiming councillors were short $32k.
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Fears fee waive following major storms would be exploited
Rockhampton council debated whether green waste fees should be waived for 48 hours following major storms after residents were slugged for helping clean up roads and pathways from last week’s weather.
All of the best Australia Day events in Rockhampton and the Cap Coast
Out of ideas for Australia Day? Don’t stress – from tropical island gigs to waterslides and fireworks, we’ve got you covered.
Councillors’ bizarre theories to justify keeping fluoride out of water
Local government councillors against having fluoride in the water supply have used bizarre claims and debunked conspiracy theories to justify their decision.
Keppel Island clean-up: ‘First step’ towards eco-tourism future
The first steps have been taken towards the future of Great Keppel Island.
‘Under threat’: Native bees cause buzz at Rocky Zoo
Rockhampton Zoo has found an unconventional way to introduce the next generation to the sweet world of native beekeeping.
Legendary CQ character laid to rest in gardens he designed
Of Tom Wyatt’s many stories his rescue mission to transport two chimpanzees to the Rockhampton Zoo stands out as one of the most extraordinary.
4-metre killer croc video shocks locals, prompts warnings
Drone footage has captured a monster 4m crocodile with a large animal in its sharp jaws. VIDEO HERE
Premier’s surprise visit to prevent closure of Rockhampton service
The Premier has made a surprise visit to Stockland Shopping Centre to uphold a promise he made during the election campaign. FIND OUT MORE
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