Tears flow as ‘Papa Bear’ calls time on career

There wasn’t a dry eye in the house when Senior Sergeant Gareth James was sent off in style after 39 years of service.

‘Kia Kaha’: Hundreds stand strong to remember victims

Hundreds braved the rain in a candlelit vigil for the victims and families of Friday’s horrific terrorist attack at Christchurch.

Dan and Steph share their secret strawberry tart recipe

The combination of strawberry and basil is one we love to use regularly.

Community rallies behind Tarrant family

Messages of support go unanswered by the Tarrant family following last week’s tragedy

Community strength makes the world seem a little brighter

When the news becomes too difficult to bear and the internet becomes a breeding ground of hate, focusing on the good makes the world seem like a better place.

Stand Together for Christchurch

CQ powering along with 27 current and future solar projects

Region is helping achieve state’s 50 percent renewable target.

Community at a loss to explain horrific act of terror

GRAFTON has become the centre of global media attention after it was confirmed the man accused of the NZ terrorist act grew up in the city.

Plea for help after ‘carer’s stress’ becomes too much

A Sunshine Coast mum and carer with a ‘heart of gold’ is unable to look after her family after she suffered a serious head injury last week.

Zilzie resort to be one of CQ’s biggest tourism developments

When complete, the new resort will represent one of the largest mainland tourism developments that the region has seen