Central Queensland
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A stitch in time is a challenge
The challenge is on for Rockhampton Embroiders Guild but it’s all in good cause. Each year, the group holds a challenge with members secretly working…
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Enjoy the scenic rim this Autumn
A luxury country retreat on Lamington National Park’s Beechmont plateau, an old railway station headhouse that’s now a quaint cottage in the hills, a 21-seater…
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Continue to test – survivors message
Retired Queensland accountant and cervical cancer survivor Barb Tasker believes mixed information could lead to older women not continuing to have themselves tested for cervical…
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World first brain test developed in Qld
Scientists from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, in partnership with Queensland University of Technology, have used artificial intelligence to develop a world-first benchmark for measuring…
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Gearing up for Anzac Day
Preparations are already underway at the Rockhampton Military Museum for this year’s Anzac Day. Situated centrally in the Rockhampton CB they are in the perfect…
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Checking blood pressure essential
Heart Research Australia has found that deaths from heart disease are two times as high in Australian women than breast cancer. This is because for…
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Rockhampton hosts major U3A event
University of the Third Age (U3A) is putting Rockhampton firmly on the map in 2023 hosting the U3A Network Queensland Conference. Rockhampton U3A president Cheryl…
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Magic and music
Immerse yourself in one of the most unique productions touring the world. Celtic Illusion, the Irish dance and Grand Illusion sensation that has taken Australia,…
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Dusty springs into Rockhampton
Central Queensland’s own Amanda Hock stars in a tribute to Dusty Springfield at Morning Melodies on 15 May, at Pilbeam Theatre. Dusty Springfield was one…
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Nursing a passion for opal mining
It is really easy, reading through the pages of bestselling Australian author Fiona McArthur’s latest novel The Opal Miner’s Daughter, that she fell in love…
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Zonta celebrates women’s day
International Women’s Day is an annual international event which celebrates the achievements of women. Celebrating the achievements of local women and girls, the Zonta Club…
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Life long learning at the library
From Financial Information Seminars, History Workshops and Trivia – to Cake Club, Origami and Knitting Clubs, there is something for all ages, interests and abilities…