Inquests to Examine Police Actions After Two Men Drowned in Fitzroy River
Upcoming Rockhampton inquests will examine police decisions surrounding the deaths of two men who drowned while fleeing police in separate 2023 incidents.
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Capricornia Police Officers Honoured at Rockhampton Awards
Police officers from the Capricornia District have been recognised with medals, certificates and awards at a ceremony in Rockhampton.
Rockhampton Residents Invited to Become Recycling “BINfluencers”
A new council competition is encouraging residents to showcase their recycling habits and help promote better waste practices across the region.
Rockhampton Council Rejects Proposed Disaster Funding Reforms
Rockhampton Regional Council has strongly rejected proposed changes to Queensland’s Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, warning they could affect fu...
Air Force Roulettes Set to Perform Over Rockhampton
Rockhampton residents will have the opportunity to see a military aerobatic display today as the Air Force Roulettes bring a Pilatus PC-21 aircraft perf...
Expanded Adult Mental Health Unit Opens at Rockhampton Hospital
A major expansion of Rockhampton Hospital’s Adult Mental Health Unit has opened, adding upgraded facilities and capacity for people needing specialist m...
Grass Fire Breaks Out Near Mount Morgan as Crews Work to Contain Blaze
Around 10 fire crews have responded to a significant grass fire at Horse Creek near Mount Morgan, with firefighters working to extinguish the remaining...
Rockhampton Man Faces Court After Alleged Threats and Police Investigation
A Rockhampton man has appeared in relation to an alleged stalking and threat investigation involving a police officer’s family.
Rockhampton Man Remanded in Custody After Alleged Wounding Charge
Court refuses bail as police raise concerns about community safety and previous offences
Rockhampton Court Case Adjourned as Evidence Brief Completed
Man accused in Yeppen Lagoon assault matter remains in custody while legal proceedings continue
$450 Million Capricorn Battery Storage Project Faces Council Setback
Rockhampton Council requests more details before major renewable energy project can proceed
Two People Seriously Injured After ATV Crash Near Emerald
Emergency crews rush to rural property after all-terrain vehicle rollover in Central Queensland
Matthew Cox ordered to stand trial over alleged murders of wife and infant daughter
A Queensland magistrate has committed Matthew James Cox to stand trial in the Supreme Court over the alleged 2023 murders of his wife, Tayla Black, and...
Man accused of murdering wife and baby girl faces court in Rockhampton
Matthew James Cox is facing a committal hearing in Rockhampton over allegations he murdered his wife Tayla Black and their 11-week-old daughter Murphy M...
Matthew James Cox faces court hearing over alleged murder of wife and baby daughter
A special court hearing is examining evidence in the case of Matthew James Cox, who is accused of murdering his wife Tayla Black and their 11-week-old d...
2026 Dolphins Cup Challenge: St Brendan’s and The Cathedral College face off in Round 4 action
Queensland school rugby league teams compete in the 2026 Dolphins Cup Challenge, with St Brendan’s College taking on The Cathedral College and Rockhampt...
Rockhampton property market sees steady activity with latest auction and sales results revealed
The latest Rockhampton real estate results show continued buyer interest across residential properties, with homes changing hands across several suburbs...
Charter Flights Planned as Beef Expo Faces Accommodation Shortage
Organisers of a major Australian beef industry event are arranging charter flights and alternative travel options as accommodation shortages threaten to...
Battle of the Regions Brings Table Tennis Talent From Across Australia and New Zealand to Yeppoon
Yeppoon is hosting the Battle of the Regions, with table tennis competitors from across Australia and New Zealand coming together for two days of intens...
Central Queensland University to Repay More Than $1.3 Million After Staff Underpayments
CQUniversity has agreed to back-pay more than 1,000 current and former employees after a Fair Work investigation found widespread underpayments involvin...