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24 year old man charged after dangerous driving

August 29, 2025 7:18 am

A 24-year-old Walkerston man will face court on Monday charged with multiple driving offences in Mackay earlier this month. Around...

Aussie Postman Goes Viral After “One in a Million” Act of Kindness

August 20, 2025 12:38 pm

While delivering a parcel, this postman chose to go above and beyond his usual duties.

Delulu, Tradwife, and Skibidi: Gen Z and Gen Alpha Slang Added to the Cambridge Dictionary

August 19, 2025 3:15 pm

The Cambridge Dictionary has officially added several terms popularized by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, including "skibidi," "delulu," and "tradwife."

Remembering Australia’s Greatest Film Critic David Stratton

August 15, 2025 10:26 am

The cherished film critic was knowledgeable, relatable, spirited, and brilliantly witty, leaving an indelible mark on cinema in this country.

Blueberry Shortage Hits Aussie Supermarkets Due to Wild Weather

August 7, 2025 1:34 pm

Blueberries have become the newest casualty of the challenging weather conditions that have disrupted fresh produce growers throughout 2025.

Supermarkets and Fast Food Chains Are Rejecting US Beef in Support of Aussie Farmers

August 5, 2025 12:03 pm

Australia's largest food retailers have announced they have no plans to source beef from the United States, reaffirming their commitment to supporting homegrown produce.

Police appeal for information as girl, 14, missing from West Mackay

August 5, 2025 6:29 am

Police are investigating the disappearance of a 14 year old girl from West Mackay. She was last seen on Nebo...

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