Breanna Lloyd

Queensland Farmer Today • 29th January 2025

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.

Central Queensland Today • 26th August 2025

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.

Central Queensland Today • 9th August 2025

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.

Central Queensland Today • 25th February 2025

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.

Central Queensland Today • 23rd June 2025

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.

Queensland Farmer Today • 28th November 2024

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.

Queensland Farmer Today • 24th July 2024

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.

Central Queensland Today • 1st August 2025

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.