Brahman bulls shine as $8.2 million in sales takes place
The Southern Hemisphere’s largest Brahman sale, Rockhampton Brahman Week (RBWS), was a bidding smash, retaining a total clearance of 96 per cent.
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MasterChef now calls Yeppoon home
When 2023 MasterChef winner and Drapes Deli owner Brent Draper launched his new foodie venture, he was “absolutely shocked” by the overwhelmingly positive response from the community after selling out completely within the first week of opening.
The challenges of isolation
On the far-flung properties of rural Queensland, families like Sonya Shelley’s turn their homes into classrooms, where online lessons and a dedicated home tutor or governess become the lifeline to a quality education.
Clermont boy’s brave battle inspires children’s book
What began as a terrifying diagnosis and felt like a never-ending nightmare for five-year-old Slater Breckon has transformed into a remarkable story of courage, resilience and hope, one that has now led to the publication of his very own children’s book.
Brigade’s future secured
Following months of deliberation, Livingstone Shire Council has pre-approved the Bondoola Rural Fire Brigade’s proposal to lease 2.5 acres, out of a total 70 acres of Parks and Recreation Reserve land, to improve community resilience and preparedness.
Live sheep export ban hits hard
A Bill to phase out live sheep exports by sea on 1 May 2028 has officially been passed only two months after the Albanese Government proposed it, leaving producers worried and animal welfare advocates celebrating victory.
Status quo for Daniel Park
Livingstone Shire Council has voted to protect the remaining open space at Daniel Park, Cooee Bay, following the immense backlash from the community regarding the council’s previous decision to explore development options.
Bambrick proposes beach driving ban
Long-time Capricorn Coast resident and former Greens candidate Paul Bambrick has submitted a petition to ban all private motorised recreational vehicles from the majority of Livingstone Shire beaches.
Council approves controversial Mulambin development application
Livingstone Shire Council has approved a controversial development application to subdivide land at 1–41 Neville Street, Mulambin, into 77 residential lots, despite strong community opposition citing environmental, legal, and flood-related risks.
Livingstone Shire approves new shopping centre development
Livingstone Shire councillors have unanimously approved a development application for a new supermarket-anchored shopping centre in Taroomball.
Moving on after six years of dedication
After dedicating six years of presidency to the organisation, former AgForce general president Georgie Somerset has stepped down from her position.
A true Aussie legend: Ray Hermann’s rodeo legacy lives on
The news about Ray Hermann getting his own statue in Winton travelled far and wide.One of Ray’s mates is Roslyn Lindsay, the wife of the late country music star Reg Lindsay.
Roslyn first met the iconic “Winton Whiz” in the early 80s when she began competing on the circuit.
Roslyn first met the iconic “Winton Whiz” in the early 80s when she began competing on the circuit.
