Tag: Emerald 4720
Boost for Qld mining with Chinese investment
A Chinese mining company has confirmed it still wants to establish a coal mine in central Queensland despite the current world financial problems.[MORE]
Uni seeks regional campuses funds boost
The Rockhampton-based CQUniversity has asked the Federal Government for more funding to cover the costs of running its regional campuses.[MORE]
Council green lights industrial subdivision
The Central Highlands Regional Council has approved a major industrial subdivision on the northern outskirts of Emerald.[MORE]
Looming recession may fast-track infrastructure spending
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In an effort to hold off a looming recession, the Federal Government plans to fast track spending for regional areas.[MORE]
Dog dumpers warned of hefty fines
The Queensland Government is threatening big fines for dumping puppies, after some litters were abandoned near Emerald in the past few weeks.[MORE]
More rain forecast for central Qld
The weather bureau says central Queensland can expect more rain and thunderstorms over the next day or so.[MORE]
Big crowd tipped for Emerald race meet
The Emerald Jockey Club says it is expecting up to 4,000 people to attend this weekend's biggest race meeting.[MORE]
Body found near Rockhampton road
A man's body has been found near a busy Rockhampton road in central Queensland.[MORE]
RACQ unhappy fuel prices yet to fall
The RACQ says it is disappointed changes in oil prices have not been reflected at the bowser. [MORE]
Lucas stresses mining town infrastructure needs
Queensland's Acting Premier says it is important for mining towns to have proper facilities.[MORE]
Girls keen to try life on the land
More than 200 young people from across Australia are getting a taste of life on the land this month and seeing what rural jobs are on offer.[MORE]
Council approves caravan, accommodation site
The Central Highlands Regional Council has approved a new caravan park and workers' accommodation site in Emerald.[MORE]
High coal prices bolstering mine sales
A mining analyst say high coal prices are driving record prices in the sale of undeveloped mine sites in the Bowen Basin.[MORE]
Drought ravaging rural wellbeing: Rudd
The Prime Minister says it is clear that drought has had a devastating impact on Australian farmers and rural communities. [MORE]
Water woes stop mine pumping
Ensham Mine on the central highlands has stopped pumping out floodwater until further notice, amid concerns over the impact on the water quality of nearby towns.[MORE]
Ombudsman to detail workplace laws
The Queensland Workplace Rights Ombudsman will hold forums in Emerald today and tomorrow to clarify workplace laws.[MORE]
Hospital considers moving non-acute patients
Rockhampton's hospital says it is looking at using rural facilities to move patients to and help free up bed spaces.[MORE]
Surgery Connect cuts Rockhampton waiting lists: Robertson
Queensland's Health Minister says the Surgery Connect program has helped to slash waiting lists for Rockhampton Hospital patients.[MORE]
Green light for Emerald shopping complex
The Central Highlands Regional Council has approved a new $35 million shopping centre at Emerald.[MORE]
Ross River virus cases lower than expected
The Central Highlands Regional Council says there have been fewer cases of Ross River virus than it expected after flooding in Emerald earlier this year.[MORE]
Farmers asked to reveal drought impact
Central Queensland farmers and land-holders are being asked to speak candidly about how the drought has affected them socially.[MORE]
Rain bolsters Central Highlands' crops
The Department of Primary Industries says last week's rain on the Central Highlands will be a great boost to grain crops in the region.[MORE]
Study to reveal Emerald airport impact
The Central Highlands Regional Council says a research project on the Emerald airport will help show the economic and social impacts on the community.[MORE]
