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Journalist faces her fear

I DON’T think I’m alone when I say that I can sometimes struggle when it comes to public speaking. Many go through life avoiding the microphone, like myself, but sometimes you need to confront your fears. That’s especially so if your job as a journalist requires you to speak with […]

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McAuley Jarjums strengthen cultural pride

McAuley College’s reconciliation journey continues to gain momentum, with students in the school’s Jarjum group helping lead the way through cultural learning, leadership, and connection. It’s been nearly a year since the launch of the college’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), and Cultural Leader Miss Tess Macoboy said the focus has […]

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Fuel card bungle sparks accountability questions

SCENIC Rim Regional Council’s Division Three Councillor, Stephen Moriarty, has publicly condemned what he calls a “pattern of politically motivated complaints,” following the dismissal of a misconduct allegation by the Office of the Independent Assessor (OIA).  Cr Moriarty was accused of misusing a council-issued fuel card to refuel his private […]

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2025 SCENIC RIM FARMING EXPO RETURNS – BIGGER, BOLDER, AND BACKED BY ALLCLASS KUBOTA

13–14 June 2025 | 50 Parcells Rd, Harrisville, QLD The Scenic Rim Farming Expo, proudly presented by Allclass Kubota, returns for its third and biggest year yet — shining a spotlight on the heart of regional Queensland’s farming industry. Held over two action-packed days in Harrisville, this must-a end event […]

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People and their pets

People and their Pets

People and Their Pets – Kree and Remy Osgood

KREE the 13-year-old Staffy-cross has been part of the Osgood family since she was eight weeks old.  Kree has made quite a name for himself in the family as the furry vacuum cleaner and the only dog baby Remy likes.  “Kree loves cleaning up after the baby when he drops […]

People and their Pets

People and Their Pets – Rod Andersen and Billi

BILLI the three-year-old Poochon is a tradie at heart.  She goes to work every day with her owner Rod Andersen and is ready to get her paws dirty by climbing over all the heavy machinery.  She loves Rod just as much as he loves her.  “I have 1,915 photos of […]

People and their Pets

People and Their Pets – Claire Woodford with Penny

PENNY the 14-year-old Jack Russell is Claire Woodford’s trusty companion and best fur-friend.  She enjoys strolling through town with Claire and hanging out with the ‘big dogs’ back at home.  Even after a whole day out, she wouldn’t dare place a paw near a bathtub.  “She’s just a special little […]