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Frenchville Sports Club embarks on a new era with the commencement of major renovations
Posted on February 13th, 2024
Last week marked a historic moment for Frenchville Sports Club as the first wall was ceremoniously brought down, officially commencing the eagerly anticipated major renovations. Graeme Brady OAM, Chairman of the Frenchville Sports Club, shared his excitement for the commencement… Read more »
Bonza marks milestone of first year making air travel more affordable and saving Aussies millions
Posted on January 31st, 2024
Australia’s only independent low-cost carrier Bonza is celebrating a year since taking to Aussie skies to democratise air travel across the country. Bonza revealed that during the past year it has saved Aussie travellers over $125 million by delivering upon… Read more »
Rockhampton Ring Road local content
Posted on January 31st, 2024
To maximise local engagement, Local Buy targets are embedded in the contract, and throughout the contract development process the importance of engaging local businesses and resources has been prioritised with the contractor joint ventures. Within less than 10 weeks of… Read more »
Rockhampton Ring Road Fully Funded
Posted on January 30th, 2024
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Premier Steven Miles yesterday celebrated construction progress on the $1.73 billion Rockhampton Ring Road – a project that is now fully funded by both levels of government. The commitment will deliver the full 17.4 km… Read more »
First pipes laid for $88.2 million Mount Morgan Pipeline
Posted on January 24th, 2024
The first pipes for the $88.2 million Mount Morgan pipeline have been laid along Kabra Road. The 28km potable water pipeline will provide long-term water security to Mount Morgan, providing certainty and prosperity to the community. This vital project will… Read more »
Local Talent set to Star on Upcoming Australian Idol
Posted on January 23rd, 2024
Returning Monday 29 January 2024, Australian TV Talent Show Australian Idol is being touted as the toughest season ever with a tighter format, having only a top 30 rather than a top 50 as seen with last season. The new… Read more »
Drive Tourism in 2024 – all Roads Lead to Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast!
Posted on January 17th, 2024
“Drive Queensland” and “Caravanning Queensland” are about to ‘hit the road’, promoting their partner destinations and products to at least ten (10) Consumer Shows in South Australia, Victoria, NSW and Queensland in the 2024 caravanning and 4WD show circuit to… Read more »
Fitzroy Community Hospice updates
Posted on January 9th, 2024
Volunteers needed – Landscaping and handy people Do you have landscaping or handyperson skills and expertise? Fitzroy Community Hospice need your help to put the finishing touches on the Hospice. You can be part of this legacy project by volunteering to help make the… Read more »
Family friendly events to farewell 2023
Posted on December 19th, 2023
The Capricorn Coast region is set to become a kaleidoscope of colour on New Years Eve (Sunday 31st December), with unforgettable laser light shows and fireworks displays brightening the skies. Livingstone Shire Council will once again host their popular ‘New Year’s Eve at… Read more »
Bonza gets green light on additional aircraft to paint Rocky skies purple
Posted on December 19th, 2023
Bonza is back and ready to paint Rockhampton skies purple as two additional aircraft received regulatory approval and will commence flights in and out of the Gold Coast today. The two additional aircraft will give Aussies at 14 destinations flying in and… Read more »
