‘She’s going to get a big rock’: Man vows to buy wife diamond ring after Gold Lotto win
A Yeppoon man has vowed to buy his wife any diamond ring she wants after finding out he had won an “unbelievable” amount in Gold Lotto.
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Major redevelopment of Central Qld servo, van park approved
A major redevelopment of a Central Queensland motel and van park is set to capitalise on the Rockhampton Ring Road project, with the works given the green light by council. SEE THE PLANS.
Park residents booted, homeless to make way for mini golf
The homes of a group of residents in a quiet Queensland beachside caravan park will be torn down within weeks to make way for a development featuring a mini golf course and pool.
‘A true legend’: Bike ride in honour of inspirational Central Qld cycling shop owner
A memorial ride has been organised in honour of a popular Gladstone bicycle shop owner described as a talented cyclist and “good old salt of the earth Queenslander”.
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Road connection, roundabout finally complete after 18 months
After being touted for more than 13 years, there is finally brand new bitumen and a landscaped roundabout connecting the two ends of River Rose Drive.
Video tour: Fitzroy Community Hospice nears opening day
Queensland’s newest hospice is just weeks away from opening its doors, with the final touches being put on their facility. Take a look inside the new facility.
‘Bubble wrap’ mayor cleared of misconduct says questions need to be answered
A Queensland mayor who sensationally resigned rather than adhere to a government body’s order to apologise for not updating her register of interests over an Adani trip has been exonerated after a three-and-a-half year long battle. VIDEO
Students’ tasty initiative to reduce lunchbox plastic
A class of Rockhampton students have put their heads together to come up with a way to reduce lunchbox plastics in their schoolyard.
‘Pastry enthusiasts’ can celebrate as bakery with drive-thru announces opening date
A popular bakery expects “pastry enthusiasts” and jobseekers alike will be excited about the opening their store.
Three teens in hospital after car crashes into tree
Three teenagers have been injured after an early morning crash at Mt Morgan while another man has been hurt after his car crashed into a parked car at Rockhampton. DETAILS
Three hour detour, $10m+ fix: Bridge broken on region’s busiest highway
Hundreds of workers have been relocated, others are being forced to drive more than three hours extra, while the heavy vehicle industry is taking a financial hit after the closure of a major Qld highway that will cost tens of millions to repair.
‘Un-Australian, appalling’: Veterans slam courts’ Anzac Day snub
Veterans have shared their outrage over learning Queensland courts will open on Anzac Day out of ‘fairness’ to alleged criminals arrested the night before.
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