Competition comeback
The rural ambassador and showgirl competitions will make a comeback for this year’s community-famous Rockhampton Agricultural Show held in June.
Announced on Monday 13...
661 lots at All Breeds sale
In total 661 lots are catalogued for this year’s annual February All Breeds Bull and Female Sale, CQLX, Gracemere, 10 and 11 February.
All...
New study hubs in Outback
Country Universities Centre study hubs have officially launched for Outback Queenslanders, thanks to funding collaborations between the Australian Government, Country Universities Centres and RAPAD.
Longreach’s...
Wind woes
The Federal Government’s renewable energy rollout, encompassing various wind, solar, hydro, and bioenergy projects, is gaining momentum across the state.
While some are rejoicing...
Solar farm habitat fears
Spanish renewables developer X-ELIO has set its sights on the North Burnett, proposing to clear over 1200 hectares of endangered animal habitat and farmland...
Record Bell race numbers
The annual Bell races on Saturday 4 January drew a record crowd who enjoyed a stellar day of celebrations and sunshine.
It was hailed...
Food price inflation relief seen in latest quarterly CPI
The latest quarterly Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, highlights a decreased rate of overall food price inflation, leaving...
Assessing impact of the 3G closure
Although some time has passed since the switch from 3G to the 5G network, many rural communities say they are still left in the...
Challenges of isolation
Families living in isolated areas do not have the same degree of access to education options as those who live in regional and metropolitan...
Filling an ag industry void
A husband and wife have traded Bundaberg’s inner-city suburbs for a commercial Square Meater operation on the outskirts of the Rum City.
Michael and Nicole...
New program for aspiring agricultural professionals
Aspiring young agricultural professionals are invited to take the next step in their beef industry careers with the 2025 NH Foods and Angus Foundation...
Ag leaders head to the Gold Coast
Agricultural leaders from across the nation are heading to the Gold Coast for the Agricultural Shows Australia 2025 Conference this February.
The pinnacle event...