Five debutants have been named in the Queensland Maroons side for this year’s women’s State of Origin series opener as coach Tahnee Norris rewards players in strong form. Utility Romy Teitzel, hooker Emma Manzelmann, wingers Sophie Holyman and China Polata and forward Keilee Joseph are the new faces in the 18-woman squad to play NSW … [Read more…]
Round 4 of the Hastings Deering Colts saw a new team stand up to take top place on the competition ladder, knocking Redcliffe Dolphins out of first spot for the first time this season. While the Dolphins still remain undefeated, the Tweed Seagulls flexed their muscle in a mixed weekend of runaway victories and close … [Read more…]
A Mackay father turned prisoner armed himself with a soft drink can and rocks and threatened a guard when riots exploded through the Rockhampton prison causing $1.2m in damage. Jaiden Douglas Hargrave, who was an inmate at Capricornia Correctional centre, was “not an instigator or leader of the riot”, but he was a willing participant. … [Read more…]
A grieving sister has vented her frustration over the penalty handed to the killer driver for trying to run from police days after causing her brother’s death. Incredible CCTV footage shows the moment a convicted killer driver Tristan James Watson seizes an opportunity to escape custody enroute to jail after weeks of ‘despicable’ deeds. “I … [Read more…]
Paige Whitworth defending in the goal circle on her 100th game for Monbulk. PICTURES: SUPPLIED Round four was OEFN Pride Round and was a busy weekend for Monbulk players. Pride Round at Monbulk FNC means inclusivity, belonging, representation, and acknowledging people from LGBTQI+ communities and their contributions to our game. We consistently aim to signal … [Read more…]
A Mackay father turned prisoner armed himself with a soft drink can and rocks and threatened a guard when riots exploded through the Rockhampton prison causing $1.2m in damage. Jaiden Douglas Hargrave, who was an inmate at Capricornia Correctional centre, was “not an instigator or leader of the riot”, but he was a willing participant. … [Read more…]
Published on 15 May 2023 This Wednesday marks Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW) – a national day encouraging communities to don an orange outfit to support their local SES volunteers. Rockhampton Regional Council Mayor and Chair of the Local Disaster Management Group Tony Williams said he is keen to witness a sea of orange on Wednesday. … [Read more…]
SNP claims that the majority of working Scots pay less income tax than those south of the border are no longer true, the Scots Tories have revealed. Analysis of the most recent earnings data shows that, because the Nationalist government has not increased tax thresholds in line with rising salaries, the boast no longer stacks … [Read more…]
There seems to be no limit to the impressive capabilities of Australian wildlife, with one picture of a snake and frog exposing the otherwise hidden trait of the predator. Over the weekend a Mackay resident, situated on the east coast of Queensland, captured the moment a keelback snake enjoyed a midday snack, with the mere … [Read more…]
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An impressive New Zealand contingent descends upon Sydney. Today marks the official launch of Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2023. Over the past 27 years of Australian Fashion Week, the event has been a successful opportunity for New Zealand fashion designers to present their spring/summer and resort collections in a runway format. It’s also proved to … [Read more…]