Why Qld gun ownership has soared over last five years
Latest figures reveal there has been an almost 30 per cent increase in the number of registered firearms in Queensland in just under five years.
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‘Grew up wild’: Rocky-raised doctor honoured for incredible career
She tackled the Syrian chemical weapons crisis, fought Ebola, and knows what it means for a small community to rely on you — all thanks to what she learned growing up ‘wild’ in regional Queensland.
Major wind farm hits target, selling power to coal company
Now halfway finished, the wind farm will produce enough electricity to power roughly 330,000 homes but its first major customer will be the operator of two Queensland coal-fired power stations.
Where, when, how to vote in state election: Mackay, Whitsunday, Burdekin, Mirani
Voting is officially open for the 2024 Queensland state election. Here’s all the information you need to vote in the Mackay, Whitsunday, Burdekin and Mirani electorates.
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60+ faces: Colour and costumes at Rockhampton Relay for Life 2024
Amid the fun there was also reflection as Relay for Life teams walked around the oval at CQUniversity to raise vital funds and awareness for the Cancer Council, with a special tribute to Rockhampton councillor Neil Fisher. SEE THE PHOTOS.
‘Chemical burns’: Worker injured at Qld site
A person has been left with burns following an accident at a Queensland worksite. DETAILS.
‘Never gave up’: Country girl refuses to let disability stop her graduating UQ law school valedictorian
When a 17-year-old girl moved 600km away from her close-knit family to attend a prestigious uni, she also had to contend with a serious disability on top of her studies. But she wasn’t going to let that thwart her dreams. Read her inspirational story
‘Crucial milestone’: Council teams up as it aims for netball goal this state election
Council won’t be sitting on the sidelines when it comes to its plans for the popular sport of netball in Rockhampton as the state election inches closer this year.
Dog squad cop honoured for bravery after shot dead in ambush
Senior Constable Norm Watt didn’t know it would be his last day when he responded to a disturbance unfolding at a property in Central Queensland. His exceptional bravery and that of others since has now been formally recognised.
‘Lived more than most would in 10 lifetimes’: Cr Neil Fisher’s family share their memories
Cr Neil Fisher’s heartbroken daughter has told a packed church at her father’s funeral that he lived more in his “60 years than most people would in 10 lifetimes”.
20+ factory-built homes planned for Central Qld town
A development application for a housing project aimed at single-parent families has been lodged which, if approved, would see more than 20 factory-built homes constructed in the coastal town.
Revealed: Who was voted Rocky’s best brow technician
Rockhampton cosmetic tattoo artist Connie Rothery has a passion for helping women feel confident and beautiful and her work has been recognised nationally. She was voted the winner in our poll.
Two minute noodles, no Netflix: How tradie bought houses by 25
From homeless to homeowner by age 23, one young Queensland tradie has shared his tips on how he has overcome obstacles to buy two homes. SEE THE VIDEO
Revealed: Gladstone’s best personal trainer
After going through an eating disorder as a teenager and teaching herself about the nutrition and exercise her body needed to recover, a Gladstone personal trainer has revealed why she wanted to help others. She was voted the winner in our poll.
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