Gladstone Today

20/12/2024

Peter Dutton’s nuclear plan, announced last week revealed that integrating nuclear energy into Australia’s energy mix could save $263 billion, but Gladstone-based Greens Senator, Penny Allman-Payne says the announcement is a con job for coal that will drive up costs for regional communities.

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Peter Dutton's nuclear plan, announced last week revealed that integrating nuclear energy into Australia's energy mix could save $263 billion, [...]

20/12/2024

The inaugural Christmas Ball Fundraiser held at Drift and Wood Restaurant and Bar on Saturday night was an overwhelming success, raising $6,000 to support IMPACT Community Health Service (ICHS) in enhancing healthcare for the Discovery Coast community.

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The inaugural Christmas Ball Fundraiser held at Drift and Wood Restaurant and Bar on Saturday night was an overwhelming success, [...]

20/12/2024

When a goanna found itself in hot water, well, tidal trouble, the quick-thinking SeaLink Gladstone crew stepped in to lend a friend a helping claw.

Spotted struggling in the tide near RG Tanna Coal Terminal with no land in sight, the goanna made a beeline for the bow after the vessel slowed.

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When a goanna found itself in hot water, well, tidal trouble, the quick-thinking SeaLink Gladstone crew stepped in to lend [...]

19/12/2024

From thrilling finishes to impressive scores, here's a roundup of the latest golf results from around the region⛳

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GLADSTONE GOLF CLUB Vets 18-hole Stableford 16-12 A Grade winner: Garth McKeon 36 Second: Ken Petersen 36 Third: David Rauter [...]

19/12/2024

https://gladstonetoday.com.au/sport/2024/12/19/highs-and-lows-for-spinks/A five-race meet in torrential conditions saw jockey Adam Spinks have a rollercoaster day at Ferguson Park on Saturday, 14 December.
The Gladstone Turf Club’s final meeting of the year was affected by multiple showers, but still the show went on for dedicated locals.

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A five-race meet in torrential conditions saw jockey Adam Spinks have a rollercoaster day at Ferguson Park on Saturday, 14 [...]

19/12/2024

It was standing room only in the last council meeting in chambers on Tuesday as residents showed up in force to hear the result of Gladstone Region Councillor, Kahn Goodluck’s motion to reintroduce fluoride into the region’s water supply.
There has been a renewed push coming from the Australian Medical Association (AMA) of Queensland, in conjunction with the Australian Dental Association of Queensland calling for water fluoridation to be mandated across the state.

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It was standing room only in the last council meeting in chambers on Tuesday as residents showed up in force [...]

19/12/2024

If you love Christmas lights, don't miss our CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TRAIL MAP inside today's edition. Pick up your copy today for the liftout map inside.

18/12/2024

A week out from Christmas, Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC) workers launched a 24-hour strike after months of negotiations failed to protect their eight-hour working day, which they say allows them to get involved in their community.

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A week out from Christmas, Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC) workers launched a 24-hour strike after months of negotiations failed to [...]

18/12/2024

Gladstone Today photographer Debbie Buckland made it out and about to the final Beach Art Music Markets (BAM) of 2024 on Saturday, 7 December.

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Gladstone Today photographer DEBBIE BUCKLAND made it OUT and ABOUT to the final Beach Art Music Markets (BAM) of 2024 [...]

18/12/2024

Big news coming out of the Central Queensland Capras today!

Gladstone Regional Council proudly presents CQ Capras v Dolphins NRL brought to you by Homeground Villages!
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✍️ WIN a signed NRL Dolphins jersey by simply pre-purchasing your ticket to this event.⁣
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Event Details⁣
🎟️ Purchase Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/CXSWZ ⁣
👉 Saturday 8th February 2025⁣
🏟️ Marley Brown Oval, Gladstone⁣
⏰ Gates Open & Lead Up Games from 1:00pm / Main Game at 6:00pm⁣
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Filming of Season 2 of documentary Rise of the Dolphins will be happening at this event.⁣

18/12/2024

World-leading sleep researchers at CQUniversity have received Australian Government support to unlock optimum napping on the job for shiftworkers.
Research shows that a nap on night shift can reduce sleepiness and improve performance.
But is there a perfect length of shut-eye to optimise alertness and productivity?

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World-leading sleep researchers at CQUniversity have received Australian Government support to unlock optimum napping on the job for shiftworkers. Research [...]

17/12/2024

As the holidays approach, hospitals face the perfect storm of rising patient numbers and stretched resources.
Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) is currently experiencing high demand at Gladstone and Rockhampton hospitals.

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As the holidays approach, hospitals face the perfect storm of rising patient numbers and stretched resources. Central Queensland Hospital and [...]

17/12/2024

The next generation of Central Queensland cricket stars will enter a major stage next week, taking on some of the state’s best players.
The Under-16s Seamers will have their chance to represent their region in the Bulls Masters Youth Cup played in Cairns from Monday, 16 December to Thursday, 19 December.

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The next generation of Central Queensland cricket stars will enter a major stage next week, taking on some of the [...]

17/12/2024

Two sets of dynamic duos helped Yaralla completely wipe The Glen in the ninth round of the Gladstone Cricket One Day Premiership on Saturday.
The Reds took a commanding nine-wicket win away from Sun Valley Park on Saturday after they cleaned up The Glen for 118 runs.

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Two sets of dynamic duos helped Yaralla completely wipe The Glen in the ninth round of the Gladstone Cricket One [...]

17/12/2024

Police have seized several weapons and drugs from a vehicle at South Gladstone on Monday December 16.
Around 12.45am police intercepted a vehicle on Oaka Street and a search warrant was executed.
During the search, police allegedly located a taser, handgun, gel blaster parts, ammunition, a quantity of methamphetamines and drug utensils.

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Police have seized several weapons and drugs from a vehicle at South Gladstone on Monday December 16. Around 12.45am police [...]

16/12/2024

A magical moment took place in Round 9 of the Gladstone Cricket Sunday T20 competition when BITS collided with Gladstone Brothers.
At Clinton Oval, BITS thrashed Gladstone Brothers by 134 runs, but it was an unforgettable 13th over that had the travelling team celebrating.

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A magical moment took place in Round 9 of the Gladstone Cricket Sunday T20 competition when BITS collided with Gladstone [...]

16/12/2024

Nestled within the bustling hub of Gladstone Airport, Art-Port emerges as a vibrant oasis of creativity.
The Art-Port Christmas Tree has been a loved tradition in the Gladstone community for five years.
This year, the tree saw a tropical twist, transforming the tree frame into an environmentally friendly palm tree.

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Nestled within the bustling hub of Gladstone Airport, Art-Port emerges as a vibrant oasis of creativity. The Art-Port Christmas Tree [...]

16/12/2024

If a bushfire had burned for thousands of kilometres along the east coast of Australia, annihilated World Heritage habitat, cooked koalas and impacted communities and the economy, a national emergency declaration would have already occurred.

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If a bushfire had burned for thousands of kilometres along the east coast of Australia, annihilated World Heritage habitat, cooked [...]