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WARNING: CQ told to brace for more severe weather

Weather More wild weather is expected to impact parts of the region over the next several hours.

A few drinks after work lands man in court

Crime The 48-year-old was caught drink-driving at Capella.

Mackay man ‘blows .186’ at CQ mining town

Crime ‘It is really disappointing that someone would take the risk of driving while so heavily intoxicated.’

‘Incredibly reckless’: Woman busted 70km/h over limit

News ‘There is little to no hope of any motorist … travelling at anything close to this alleged speed’

Bid to split Qld in two, but south won’t get a say

Politics KAP bid to split the state in two, but south won’t get a say in a referendum

NAMED: Full list of people fronting Emerald court

News A number of people will appear for a range of different charges.

Storm warning: Hail, heavy rain and damaging winds forecast

Weather Heavy rainfall, damaging winds and large hailstorms are possible.

‘No junk mail': Lewd surprise on letterbox

Offbeat A dildo bandit left one Mackay family in hysterics after placing an ominous looking...

VR tech gives valuable real world skills to students

Education This Moranbah school is one of five in Queensland to get next-level tech using...

How families can score vouchers for kids sport

Politics The $150 boost will help pressured families cover sport sign-on costs

No new Qld cases as Europe wave soars

News Qld records no new COVID cases as Europe’s second wave worsens

Labor accused of giving voters’ private details to unions

Politics Personal details of a number of people has allegedly been shared

Ultimate guide to the state election

Politics QLD election 2020: Ultimate guide to party policies and promises

Escape: Mackay travel agency charters direct NT flights

Travel Dreaming of that escape across the border? Book that holiday and support a local...

Network News

Angry NRL powerless to punish Smith

Rugby League Cameron Smith’s relationship with referees is again at the centre of controversy...

Shock reason behind KitKat’s new move

News As of today, the iconic Aussie chocolate brand will be looking very different after...

Lack of synergy lead to failure

News A firm that aimed to save the Queensland Government and other clients millions in...

Post offices threaten strike over watches

Business Almost 3000 post offices across the country are considering shutting on Wednesday...

Around the Region

Staff sacked by text as retail giant collapses

Business Riot Art Craft outlets have been shuttered suddenly as liquidators take over the iconic brand, which owes millions. Staff were reportedly told via text.

CQ Centurions perfectly placed after opening round

Cricket Coach: ‘Bowling-wise and fielding-wise for the entire weekend, I thought we were...

Teenager airlifted to Brisbane in serious condition

News He suffered suspected spinal injuries and had to be removed from his vehicle.

Revenge porn lands CQ man in jail

Crime The father of two said he simply couldn’t explain his behaviour.

Threats, abuse and grand final hell

Rugby League Cameron Munster wants to win the Clive Churchill Medal in Sunday’s grand final...

QUEENSLAND ELECTION 2020

Dangerous CQ road to get $19m in safety upgrades

News More overtaking lanes will be delivered on the road if the Australian Labor Party is re-elected.

WATCH: Locals outline key state election issues

Politics Here’s what locals had to say about key election issues

Full list of pre-polling booth locations in QLD

News The ECQ has revealed they are expecting more electors to vote early

Everything you need to know about Bundamba election

Politics Still making up your mind? Here’s what you need to know about the race for...

Everything you need to know about Jordan election

Politics Here’s what you need to know about the race for the seat of Jordan

Sport

Emerald rider, 9, named state champ after racing undefeated

Motor Sports The young motocross rider took out two Queensland championship titles after winning six races in a row.

Young CQ rider, 9, battling for QLD motocross title

Motor Sports She was recently named the Princess of the Capricorn and now she is competing for...

CQ race day attracted 500 patrons trackside

Horses Race goers followed coronavirus restrictions while giving the small central west...

Former CQ player takes out major golf competition

Golf Players from across Queensland headed to Yeppoon to compete.

New policy allows uniqueness of each sports club to shine

Sport Council’s updated tenure policy for council-owned land and facilities is a big step...

National Sport

Why Cleary must be dropped for Origin I

Rugby League Penrith defeat will haunt Nathan Cleary, he should not play Origin I

What triggered Bellamy’s epic meltdown?

Rugby League Craig Bellamy cemented his status as a coaching legend, but it wasn’t all smooth...

Mitch Robinson: Why I was wrong about Tom Lynch

AFL Brisbane hard nut Mitch Robinson isn’t afraid to say what he thinks about...

Major safety fears over Gabba Grand Final freebies

Lifestyle Button batteries: Major safety fears over Gabba Grand Final freebies

Queensland News

LIVESTREAM OVER: Ipswich and Ipswich West debates

News Find replays of these streams on the QT website

Harrowing post: ‘I thought I killed her’

News A young woman has taken to Facebook to recount the harrowing details of a car crash...

Doctor found guilty of raping patient during pap smear

Crime The Urraween doctor will be sentenced tomorrow

One killed after Bruce Hwy truck, car smash

News Multiple emergency crews are heading to a collision between at least one vehicle...

Business News

’Kick in the guts’: Woolies deal slammed

Business Woolworths should not be allowed to take control of a 77-year-old family-owned food service distributor, the ACCC has been told.

Expenses scandal snares ASIC deputy

Business ASIC deputy chairman Daniel Crennan resigns over expenses scandal

Judge slams operator’s ‘cruelty’ to Macca’s workers

Business McDonald’s chain Tantex to face penalties for threatening staff over work breaks

Room with a view: How you could get a job working on reef

News Anticipation is building for the custom-built, three-level pontoon with underwater...

Who actually owns Australia’s iconic food brands

Business Companies behind Aussie favourites Tim Tams and Milo revealed

What's On

Mackay’s Brad Butcher to play at Country on Keppel

Whats On Mackay’s Brad Butcher returns to country music at Keppel Island festival

Cardboard cutout: Why coal town is worshipping Bob Brown

Offbeat PLUS: How you can get a selfie with him at tomorrow’s rally >>

From the Editor’s Desk: Burdekin election debate

Politics The Daily Mercury is tomorrow bringing you a local debate. Here’s how you can get...

Final tickets left for PBR double-header in Mackay

Rodeo The PBR Mackay Invitational will pit some of the sport’s best against the meanest...

Lifestyle

An increasing number of government officials are calling on Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews to scrap COVID-19 restrictions immediately.

Dan under pressure to dump restrictions

News An increasing number of government officials are calling on Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews to scrap COVID-19 restrictions immediately.

Aged care worker furious with ‘slow’ complaint response

Health Support worker furious with delay in infection investigation

Kerri-Anne’s biggest health mistake

Health Kerri-Anne Kennerley’s biggest health mistake

Is it okay to tell off other people’s children?

Parenting Is it ever OK to tell off other people's kids

Victoria records no new virus cases

News Victoria records no coronavirus cases, pressure mounts on Premier to ease...

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Entertainment

When Edgar Ramirez turned up to his first day of shooting opposite Nicole Kidman on the new HBO thriller, The Undoing, he thought he might be dreaming. Literally.

Working with Nic was a ‘lifelong dream’

TV When Edgar Ramirez turned up to his first day of shooting opposite Nicole Kidman on the new HBO thriller, The Undoing, he thought he might be dreaming. Literally.

“You’re lucky you’ve still got a job”: Former Victorian premier Jeff Kennett didn’t hold back during this extraordinary rant on the Sunday Project.

Furious guest unleashes on Project host

Politics Jeff Kennett unleashes his anger about Daniel Andrews’ Victorian lock down rules...

Within seconds of six-time ARIA Award winner Amy Shark opening her 10 minute set at the NRL Grand Final, social media commentators split into three camps.

Amy Shark wins over crowd with INXS surprise

Music Amy Shark was always going to be up against it.

Candice Warner has told her SAS Australia interrogators of the shame and embarrassment she felt after her fling with Sonny Bill Williams was exposed.

Candice Warner tells all about infamous SBW tryst

TV SAS Australia: Candice Warner has told of her regret over the Sonny Bill...

It’s Adele as we’ve never seen her before, hosting Saturday Night Live – and the superstar addressed the elephant in the room right away.

Adele: ‘I know I look really different’

Celebrity It’s Adele as we’ve never seen her before, hosting Saturday Night Live – and the...

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MEET YOUR HEROES: Central Queensland volunteer army celebrated for SES Week

High-vis heroes recognised for volunteer service

HOCKEY: More than 500 junior players compete at the Toowoomba Hockey Association’s junior invitational. Teams included Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and West Moreton to name a few.

MEGA GALLERY (45+ photos): Hockey invitational tournament

With a price tag of at least $15m, the virtual tour of this record-breaking Noosa Hinterland property is a treat for the eyes.

IN PHOTOS: Take a tour of Noosa Hinterland’s top property

Brisbane Portrait Prize sponsor ISPT hosted an exclusive VIP viewing event for the exhibition of the finalists’ work, with guests including winning artist Keith Burt.

In pictures: Brisbane Portrait Prize VIP event

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Real Estate

This low maintenance lowset 3 bedroom brick unit is located in a quiet area in Norman Gardens. Perfectly suited for retirees, couple or a great investment property to add to the portfolio. Large and spacious with open plan living kitchen and dining area, 3 built-in bedrooms, walk-in robe on the...

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