Boy, 6, and girl, 7, among four killed in horror head-on crash
A young boy and girl are among four victims of a horrific head-on smash that closed a Queensland highway.
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More than 200 new homes to be built for Central Queensland
The Queensland Government has announced the construction of more than 200 social and community homes around the Central Queensland region.
State of play! Australia’s best schoolboy rugby players revealed
The Australian Schools rugby championships threw up a clear winner in the battle between NSW and Queensland’s rising stars. Top players from every team and award winners.
‘Dogs, scum’: Retreat troublemaker threatens to ‘rape’ police
When police responded to reports a worker at a retreat had been assaulted and customers were too frightened to go into the business, they quickly found out why.
One lane closed on busy Central Qld road after crash
A lunchtime crash in Rockhampton, has led to the closure of one lane, causing delays for motorists.
Seriously injured man flown to hospital after crash
A man has suffered “potentially life-threatening” injuries in a crash in Central Queensland.
Why cops don’t want black-eyed alleged child abuser bailed
Days after appearing in court sporting a black eye and stitches, a battered man accused of child abuse and rape has returned on multiple new charges.
‘Very significant amount of meth’: 21yo charged after raids named
The identity of one of two men arrested in major raids in the Rockhampton region this week and the amount of drugs he was allegedly caught with can be revealed.
Hostages, hold-ups, crashes: Inside crazed carjacker’s chaotic spree
From an Audi driver held hostage to a LandCruiser stolen at knifepoint, the staggering number of victims this one Qld maniac managed to terrorise and the wild police chase that followed can be revealed.
‘Would not have survived’: Docs save man with virtual help
Groundbreaking virtual technology has helped a Rockhampton medical team complete a complex surgery they had never tackled, incredibly saving a man’s life.
Central Qld man charged with 50+ DV offences
A Central Queensland man is in custody, charged with more than 50 domestic violence offences, and he intends to apply for bail, a court has heard.
‘Love it inside’: Free food, no work. Will jail time cut youth crime?
Queensland’s tough youth crime laws face scrutiny amid almost daily reports of shocking offences. Despite harsher penalties, scepticism remains about their effectiveness and whether deeper societal issues are being ignored.
Rigger, Bunnings thief: Drug offenders in Gladstone court named
A cosmetic-stealing rigger and a supplier busted via text messages were among the recent drug offenders to face Gladstone Magistrates Court. SEE THE LIST.
Warrants issued for Gladstone court no-shows
These people will be getting a knock on their door after failing to appear in Gladstone court, with a Magistrate issuing arrest warrants.
Black eye, stitches: Alleged rapist, child abuser’s nasty new look
A Qld man facing more than 20 child sexual abuse related charges has turned up to court sporting visible injuries and claiming police have refused to help him.
Meet some of the young stars taking the stage for CGEN 2025
Curtains will go up on Friday with 2000 students from Queensland taking to the stage for Creative Generation (CGEN) after months of preparation and rehearsals.
Marijuana muffins, meth cabbie: Gladstone’s drink or drug drivers
A scientist who unintentionally ate cannabis-laced muffins at a friend’s house and a taxi driver with meth in her system are among the latest traffic offenders to face court.
Caught on camera: Bin-diving dad steals from Salvos
Security footage captured the moment a man with a five-page criminal history stole from a charity under the cover of darkness.
Drink-driving concreter hides from cops after crashing car
Still stinking of booze, a concreter who rolled his car and fled the scene had another bad idea when police came knocking.
Road blocked after three-vehicle crash in Central Queensland
A crucial road in Central Queensland has been blocked after a three-vehicle collision.
‘Helping’ high mate lands cop-fleeing driver with $8k+ fine
A 21-year-old claimed he was driving to get medication for a mate in the grips of drug psychosis when evaded police. As for his long list of other serious charges…
‘Obviously terrified’: Drug user’s alleged home break-in
A drug user allegedly violently shook a fence until he broke away a paling then used it to smash into a stranger’s house. Find out the alleged reason why here.
‘Locked in cupboard’: School burglary backfires after gross slur
A father of six’s meth-fuelled antics at a Qld high school ended as bizarrely as they began.
Talisman Sabre roars to life in Central Queensland
Deputy PM Richard Marles was in Shoalwater Bay on Tuesday to witness Australian and allied troops as they prepare for future war in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025.
Traffic delays after two-vehicle crash on major road
Emergency services are at the scene of a two-carcrash on a major road in Rockhampton where one car is on its side.
Worst behaved primary students: Suspension rates of 800+ Qld schools
New data reveals Queensland’s worst behaved primary students, with one school of just 330 children recording a staggering 197 disciplinary absences in 2024. THREE YEARS OF DATA, INTERACTIVE MAP
Council CEO’s shock resignation after nine months in the top job
A Central Qld council CEO has announced his resignation during a night-time meeting following a short nine months at the helm, leaving councillors asking ‘why?’.
Wild scenes unfold outside nightclub during woman’s arrest
A Toowoomba woman caught with her pants down outside a nightclub has fronted court for her belligerent and drunk shenanigans during a night out on the town.
Firecom operators reveal what it’s like to help save lives
They are seldom seen, yet no two days in the life of a firecom operator is ever the same. Find out about their crucial work behind-the-scenes.
Ex-labourer stole money in clothing store break-in
After a drunk 21-year-old was locked out of the house by his partner, he made a “poor decision” to break into a business and steal money.
Buried black-box: Mum accused of possessing ‘concerning’ amount of drugs
A cleaner claims she knew nothing about the drugs allegedly found buried in a black box on her property, but police aren’t convinced.
Named: CQ child sex offender busted breaching strict conditions
A Central Queensland child sex offender has been busted failing to comply with strict conditions within a week of being released back into the community.
Gladstone sale and auction results, week ending July 13
There were 27 properties sold in Gladstone last week, with 37 new listings in the region. See the latest auction and sales results.
Truckie cut from wreckage after rollover on regional highway
Queensland fireys freed an injured truck driver after he rolled his vehicle on a regional highway southwest of Rockhampton.
Plans to raise Fitzroy River Barrage go to a new climate change level
The risk of sea water breaching Rockhampton’s water supply has gone to a new level of urgency at the Regional Council.
Gladstone sale and auction results, week ending July 12
West Gladstone proved to be a hot market last week with five properties selling for a total value of $3 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Monsters, lawless teens: Inside record number of Qld court appeals
Since taking the legal helm of a state rocked by senseless crimes, Qld’s Attorney-General has challenged a record number of sentences. We speak to the families of victims and get rare insight into the process.
Childcare worker in ‘scratch’ fight as ‘pie run’ row boils over
A group of Qld women got into a lunchtime biffo after one left the “pie run” too late and the store ran out “because all the drunk people” got in first.
Apple spitter charged over ‘act of stupidity’ outside pub
A gross act, spotted by a female hotel worker, has landed a Central Qld man in court.
Motorbike vs. kangaroo crash sends rider to hospital
A motorbike rider in his 30s has been hurt after a crash with a kangaroo.
People power generates 1200 signatures over BESS corridor concerns
It took just weeks for a small group of women to gather 1181 signatures on a petition demanding urgent government action to address serious community concerns about the influx of large-scale battery projects.
REVEALED: Central Queensland’s hottest tradie for 2025
The votes have been counted, now we can proudly reveal the cheeky sparkie who won over locals to become Central Queensland’s hottest tradie for 2025.
‘We will have good solutions’: Bleijie dismisses rowing concerns
The Deputy Premier has dismissed concerns about the Fitzroy River, including currents, assuring ‘good solutions’ will be found to ensure 2032 Olympic rowing plans go ahead.
Three-car T-bone collision blocking Bruce Highway
Emergency services are en route to a crash on the Bruce Hwy in Central Qld.
‘Say goodbye’: Truckie’s terrifying threat with shotgun
Just a week into their romance, a Qld truck driver put a gun to his new flame’s head and pulled the trigger.
Ex-army man’s driving blue after booze and Origin footy
A man who previously worked for the Australian Defence Force got behind the wheel after drinking and watching State of Origin footy and it ended badly.
‘Mutiny’, meth, and menace: Accused stalker’s troubling history
A 36-page criminal history, including incidents of violence and substance abuse, sealed an accused stalker’s fate in court.
Barking bust: Booze bandit gets more than he bargained for
A Central Queensland serial thief’s attempt to break into a car was thwarted by an unexpected hero.
Woman gored in horror Qld boar attack
A woman in her 50s has been gored by a boar tusk with paramedics rushing to her aid in the early hours of the morning.
$110 more: ‘Ludicrous’ power bill hikes for 80,000 Queenslanders
A government-owned electricity retailer is increasing power prices by double the amount of some of its rivals in Qld. See if you’re affected and watch the video on how to get a better deal.
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