When Central Queenslander Cooper McConnell first got on a bull at only nine, he knew it was his destiny. Now, his supporters have fundraised $14,000 for him to represent the nation.
Some roads across Central Queensland remain impacted or closed following significant rainfall. SEE THE FULL LIST
Readers have shared videos and pictures of the Central Qld drenching that broke an 84-year record for August rainfall in Rockhampton and a century-old record in a Capricorn Coast suburb. See the pics and find out which areas had the most.
A Central Queensland chef has brought a taste of his home country to the Beef Capital offering a new cuisine and food while supporting the local community.
Motorists using on a busy Qld highway will soon be able to use a newly built sidetrack to skirt around a section damaged by a coal mine’s digger, avoiding a detour that can add hours onto travel time.
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.
Veterans have shared their outrage over learning Queensland courts will open on Anzac Day out of ‘fairness’ to alleged criminals arrested the night before.
Australian music royalty James Reyne will bring his band and hits to Rockhampton in concert soon.
It is unknown how long a major highway linking a Qld mining region will be closed after a digger struck and damaged an overpass bridge – or who will foot the bill. UPDATE
The hunt for Central Queensland’s top butcher is on. With 29 contenders vying for the title, your votes will carve out the prime champion in this meaty showdown.
We’ve got you covered this Anzac Day with a full list of every dawn, morning and main parade across the Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday regions. Find an event to go to.
A woman has been taken to hospital on the Capricorn Coast after her car crashed into a bollard.
Cute as a button and fond of cake? Yes. Keen to pick up her toys? ‘Mmm, maybe not’: Meet the region’s cheekiest toddler and her fellow top five.
A Queensland community has been left reeling after the death of a 14-year-old following a motorbike accident. But his family’s final gesture has warmed their broken hearts.
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