Two adults and a child found themselves in a Christmas Eve catastrophe when they were separated from their vehicle and became dehydrated and unwell in coastal scrubland, sparking a helicopter rescue.
A burglar who used a skateboard to slide a safe out of a Queensland home was caught with his fingerprints at the scene — but multiple stolen guns are still in the community for Christmas.
If you’re struggling to get proper phone reception in Yeppoon or surrounding areas, you’re not alone.
Jason Field took the Emu Park A-grade men to a maiden premiership in the Rockhampton Rugby League. He explains why he won’t be at the helm next season and reveals who will take the reins.
A teenage girl has fronted court the day before Christmas for a serious assault against her niece while she was drunk at a house party, stomping her on the ground.
Proud loved ones across the Rockhampton region have nominated their bundles of joy in the 2024 cutest baby poll, with readers now able to cast their vote to help decide the winner. VOTE HERE
A 12-year-old boy was critically injured on December 22 after he was flung from a vehicle in a horror crash involving a caravan between Mackay and Rockhampton, the second in the same area in barely three weeks.
Two juveniles busted exiting a stolen car at a Mackay petrol station have fronted court with 25 prior unlawful use of motor vehicle offences between them.
Lady Luck has smiled on the region again, as a newly minted millionaire promises to share the money with family. See the region’s hot streak.
Police are investigated after a “senseless” fire at Kershaw Gardens destroyed a well-loved kid’s playground attraction just before Christmas.
From drought breakers to history makers, we look back at the sporting outfits that shone in the past 12 months. Check out the list and see who claimed the number one ranking.
Whetu Tokotaua said he initially did not realise he had been sliced open after a clash at a popular Central Queensland pub. WARNING: Confronting images
A truck driver, a landscaper and a builder’s labourer were among the Capricorn Coast drink drivers to face Yeppoon court with fines totalling more than $5000 handed out.
Emergency crews have been called to a house blaze in Central Queensland where the property is “well involved” in fire.
A baby girl has been rushed to hospital after a “post immersion” incident at a Central Queensland home.
Four people were taken to hospital after a car flipped in a two-vehicle crash at a busy Rockhampton intersection on Saturday night.
A surprise letter penned by the sister of a motorcyclist killed in an alleged hit and run by a mate of 40 years can be revealed. It comes after police previously said the driver shouldn’t be released for his own “protection”.
An engineer, a retired butcher and a machinery operator were among the latest drink drivers to face Gladstone court, while three mums fronted for drug driving.
A driver who fell asleep at a busy Rockhampton intersection says he was on his way home after picking up pizzas. But boozy driving wasn’t the only crime added to his already eight-page history.
A man who had only recently arrived in Australia when he was arrested for bashing a woman has been warned he might not get the stay in the country if he doesn’t change.
Two young men have been seriously hurt after the motorbike they were riding collided with a car in a country Qld town overnight.
A car has hit a tree in Emu Park, causing a fire that spread to surrounding bushland.
See which Capras players are looking to break into the NRL club’s ranks, starting with a pre-season trial game in Gladstone in February.
Police investigations are ongoing after a car fire near the Fitzroy River in Rockhampton. See the video
A new underground mine set to deliver hundreds of jobs has cut first coal, with up to two million tonnes (mt) in saleable production expected.
The Capras four underage training squads head into Christmas after completing a heavy training schedule. The coaches share their thoughts on how they are shaping up.
An anonymous Central Qld business owner has been described as an ‘angel’ as they again help struggling families this Christmas.
Squad members were keen to press their claims for selection during their last hitout of 2024 at Rockhampton’s Kettle Park on Wednesday. Check out the action.
A woman who was trapped by her steering wheel had to be cut from her vehicle after crashing into a tree in slippery conditions in an known mobile black spot near Mackay.
A man who allegedly strangled a Central Queensland woman in a domestic violence incident has made a bid to get out of custody before Christmas.
Jayden Benbow is keen to don the maroon for a seventh straight State of Origin series. He explains why Rockhampton is such a breeding ground for elite-level touch players as we reveal the list of those in contention.
The stress of raising a sick child as the sole breadwinner was unlike anything one single mum had endured. But she knew she was not forgotten as ‘the world kept spinning’.
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland are investigating a Central Queensland worksite accident where a retaining wall collapsed on a young man in his 20s.
A Queensland woman could never have imagined what she would hear when she answered a call from her husband.
Drew Fenton is ready for a new challenge after Rockhampton Basketball failed to strike a deal with the championship-winning coach. See what’s next.
Livingstone councillors agonise over an application to turn much-loved bushland into 128-lot subdivision with initial vote tied. SEE THE RESULTS
It’s the iconic pub has stood the test of time through ferocious floods and even Cyclone Marcia but after 46 years the Mitchell family have served last drinks. Find out who owns it now. VIDEO
A fourth man has been jailed for sexual crimes committed against a CQ teen girl after he didn’t like what she said to him after he declared his love for her.
A man who allegedly unlawfully killed his housemate has now also pleaded guilty to assaulting another man while he was held in custody in a Queensland prison.
The Premier’s “adult crime, adult time” laws have passed in a stunning day that revealed major divisions in the Labor Party with senior figures at odds with Steven Miles.
Jack Grayson has blasted back onto the gridiron scene after suffering a sickening injury last year. He has starred for the Rockhampton Wolverines, who are now preparing for a semis showdown.
Investigations continue after a man was attacked and remains in hospital with wounds following the machete incident in Allenstown.
Police are investigating a report of wilful exposure at a shopping centre in North Rockhampton on Monday afternoon.
A man warned by police not to associate with a particular teenage girl has become the third sentenced for sexual offences in the past three months. There are more expected.
An application to increase CQ’s largest egg farm to 165,000 chickens has been approved despite objections from some neighbours claiming potential issues with increased noise, dust, odours and traffic.
A miner caught in the grips of methamphetamine addiction carried out an attempted armed robbery to pay off a drug debt and tried to choke his partner over her infidelity with a seat belt.
The lover of a man busted possessing a stolen Maserati and $100,000 cash has been jailed for her own possession of a large amount of cash, meth and gold jewellery.
A young boy is fighting for his life after suffering “significant burns” in an incident at a Central Queensland property.
Irrigation is set to flow with the first trees to be planted in early 2025 as Capricornia Correctional Centre and council finalise a 20-year agreement.
Emergency services are on the scene of an accident in Rockhampton where a vehicle has left the road.
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