Youth Fest Draws Hundreds for a Day of Celebration and Fun Posted on September 24, 2024 Blackwater came alive last weekend as nearly 400 youth from the Central Highlands region gathered for Youth Fest 2024, a day dedicated to celebrating young people.   This year’s festival was supported by 27 generous sponsors, making it an unforgettable celebration of youth culture and community spirit.  The event, held at the May Day Grounds on Saturday 14 September, provided a fun, safe, and worry-free environment for youth aged 12 to 18 years.  Australian Idol 2024 finalists Denvah and Trent Richardson headlined the event, alongside performances by local artists Chris Bax Band, MATH and Gypsi Brunker.  Youth enjoyed a range of activities, from thrilling rides like the Drop Zone and the Sizzler to camel rides and dodgem cars, ensuring there was something for everyone.

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Families and students from Emerald and Blackwater primary and secondary schools recently gathered for a two-day literary spectacular at the … Continue reading StoryFest CQ – Celebrating Storytel…

Public notice: Hazard reduction burns – Emerald Posted on September 23, 2024 Please be advised that Emerald Fire and Rescue and the Rural Fire Service will be assisting council with hazard reductio…

Below are the road works projects that have commenced or are scheduled over the next month. For a list of … Continue reading Road works update: September The post Road works update: September ap…

Public notice: Roadworks on Macaulay Road Posted on September 20, 2024 Please be advised that there will be traffic and parking changes to Macaulay Road from Monday 23 September – Tuesday 12 Novemb…

Public notice: Valve and hydrant works – Blackwater Posted on September 20, 2024 Please be advised that water supply will be affected in Blackwater due to water installation works on the following …

$5.9 million for improved water security in Central Highlands Posted on September 16, 2024 Under the new $211 million Water Infrastructure for Sustainable and Efficient Regions (WISER) initiative, …

CQROC delegation visits Brisbane to advocate for housing and jobs Posted on September 12, 2024 Mayors, Deputy Mayors and CEOs from six councils across Central Queensland gathered in Brisbane recent…