CQ swimming holes: Best spots to cool off this summer
Don’t let the heat get you down — check out these fantastic waterholes near Rockhampton this summer.
Community
Driver injured at Qld mine site after truck rolled
A truck driver is in hospital after fresh images can now be shown of a heavy vehicle that rolled at a Queensland mine, the latest of a raft of serious incidents across the sector this year.
More details revealed after woman suffers horror arm injuries
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.
Qld mining giant delivers first coal shipment five years after blaze
A global mining giant has waved off its first coal shipment from its Bowen Basin mine, which had been shut for more than five years after a spontaneous underground blaze halted production at the site.
More Stories
‘I was born to’: The teen bull rider fulfilling his destiny representing Australia
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.
FULL LIST: Central Qld roads impacted or closed following downpour
Some roads across Central Queensland remain impacted or closed following significant rainfall. SEE THE FULL LIST
Heavy rainfall breaks century-old weather record in Central Qld
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.
New restaurant brings a taste of Nepal to the Beef Capital
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.
‘Gutful’: Aussie mayor who’s banned Welcome to Country
He’s the outspoken Queensland mayor who finds the 21st Century so infuriating he’s throwing in the towel.
‘Sadly missed’: Mum and son die just days apart from each other
A former Young Australian of the Year who broke grounds as a deafblind student, and was known for his infectious spirit and contribution to the arts, has died just days before his mum.
‘Long live the legend’: Region remembers a ‘truly great man’
Hundreds are sharing their condolences following the death of a Moranbah grandfather who was well known among the mining, sporting and Greater Whitsunday communities.
Plans to transform 100-year-old church into crematorium, chapel
Plans have been lodged to transform a more than 100-year-old church into a crematorium and funeral chapel. See the plans.
‘Always doing things for everyone else’: Beloved uncle remembered after tragic accident
On July 19, Kenny Ludwick was walking to the home of his sister after they recently reconnected – but it was a destination he would never reach.
WATCH: Wild street brawl with weapons, skater’s alleged ute-stealing attempt
A wild roadside brawl and a man’s stunt-like dive to stop a ute from allegedly being stolen has been caught on camera. Watch the action.
Original URL: https://www.thechronicle.com.au/news/queensland/central-queensland/community/page/5