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Emergency services on scene of a fatal car crash 10km west of Anakie. Photo Kaitlyn Gutzke / CQ News

Fatal crash Capricorn Hwy

A MAN is dead after a single vehicle crash 10km west of Anakie shortly after midday.

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Strip club proposed as part of revamp of Emerald hotel

AN Emerald hotel licensee has defended plans to open a Moulin Rouge-inspired strip club as simply “meeting the needs” of his patrons.

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Emerald thieves target car wheels

OPPORTUNISTIC thieves operating in the area targeted car wheels in two thefts this month.

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Isaac Regional Council mayor says more police are needed

ISAAC Mayor Anne Baker has called for more police to deal with a rise in alcohol-fuelled violence.

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Patrick O'Sullivan is fighting for his life in a Brisbane hospital after falling from a ride at a school fete. Photo: Contributed

Family pray for little Paddy to open eyes after ride fall

UPDATE: THE grandfather of the five-year-old boy thrown 10 metres from a ride at Toowoomba says the family is willing him to open his eyes.

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1:10 PM May 20th

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I pray this little boy makes it through. I am astounded that a child this young would be permitted on this ride!

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MEDICAL tests will delay a court case for a mum accused of poisoning her four-year-old daughter with chemotherapy drugs.

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12:53 PM May 20th

Case against mum accused of poisoning child delayed

POLICE have collected more than 90 witness statements for the case against a Brisbane truck driver accused of killing two men when his B-double crashed.

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12:42 PM May 20th

Truck driver faces court over fatal tilt train crash

POLICE are still looking through footage and gathering statements to prosecute the case against a man accused of brandishing a gun in Brisbane’s Queen St mall.

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12:00 PM May 20th

Police still gathering evidence in Queen St mall siege case

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Poll shows 65% support for recognition of local government

A REFERENDUM to deliver direct Commonwealth funding to local councils around the country has enough support to succeed, according to a new poll.

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12:34 PM May 20th
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<strong>OPINION: </strong>Is this the start of the legalisation of cannabis in Australia? An inquiry has recommended allowing its use for medicinal purposes.

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Chinese police seize millions of fake Durex condoms worth $7m

POLICE in China have busted an alleged counterfeiting ring after seizing more than 4.65 million fake condoms worth ¥47.7 million ($7.94m).

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AUCKLAND Transport has had to ticket one of its own vehicles after an employee parked illegally in a mobility space.

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NZ parking inspector's car ticketed and towed for illegal park

BARBIE'S Dream House has opened in Berlin with some unofficial additions – police guards and topless protesters brandishing burning crosses.

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Pretty pink dolls or naked angry blonde...

CLEANING is one of life’s more mundane household chores, so Tracey Wright and Clint Clarke decided it needed a shake-up.

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Naked maid service promises to spice up domestic drudgery

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“We made a call for wool last month and had a wonderful response. We have so much wool our dedicated knitters are working very hard and fast making beanies and blankets,” Cr Swadling said.

Get hands on to help Rockhampton's homeless stay warm

THE Rockhampton region is in need of nimble hands and generous time to make woollen items to help the 2013 Homeless Connect initiative.

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1:08 PM May 20th

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CENTRAL Queenslanders are more obese, engaged in less physical activity and are more likely to be sunburnt when compared with the state average.

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11:59 AM May 20th

Central Queenslanders putting themselves at risk of cancer

THE temperature may be cooling, but operations are heating up for Queensland’s firefighters with the 2013 bushfire season just around the corner.

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11:41 AM May 20th

Firefighters get busy to prepare for next bushfire season

IF you are looking to try something new, the Rockhampton Regional Council's Community Development Centre's morning expo will offer a number of things to try.

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Nine different workshops at expo, including Tai Chi

Steve Lines has witness Biloela grow and develop during his 15 years as a motor trader. Photo Stacey Rudd / Central Telegraph

Lines drives Biloela business towards success

Things might have been 'touch and go' early on for Biloela business now things are booming

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Bitumen bandits hit Biloela

Biloela Police are warning residents to be aware of a group of itinerant...

THOUSANDS of hectares of bushland in Central Queensland could be at risk if tree clearing laws are wound back, conservationists say.

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Bushland in danger from changes to tree clearing laws

TWO young artists will open an exhibition in Biloela showcasing some exquisite photography and art work.

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Young artists head to the country to show off their talent

FAMILIES: Exchange students Ricardo Peixoto, from Brazil, and Thea Eide, from Norway, with their Mackay host families Lorraine Rae (back left), Graham Rae and STS Student Exchange North Queensland co-ordinator Terrie Gourley.

Couple’s door is always open to young visitors

HOSTING a student like Ricardo Peixoto from Brazil is about making them feel comfortable in their new family.

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12:10 PM May 20th

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A DRIVER of a car and motorcyclist crashed at the intersection of Tennyson and Victoria Sts.

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11:46 AM May 20th

Motorcylist injured in crash

NORTHS looked pretty in pink but Brothers had the goods at Jack O’Brien Park yesterday.

Sport
11:45 AM May 20th

Brothers down Norths

MACKAY Skills Training Cutters went down to Souths Logan Magpies by a drop goal with 18 seconds left on the clock.

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11:45 AM May 20th

Narrow loss to Cutters

Thea Roberts, Samantha Bradley and Celina Solis have chosen their gowns for the charity ball.

Glamorous Rio Tinto charity ball almost sold out

THERE are only two tables left at the 2013 Rio Tinto Alcan PCYC Charity Ball and the last few seats are selling out quickly.

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1:15 PM May 20th
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<strong>THIS 'N' THAT:</strong> When I was a young fella, my family was friendly with a family who lived on what would these days be called a lifestyle block.

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1:13 PM May 20th

Forget the supermarket: we can learn from days gone by

<strong>THE LOWDOWN:</strong> Rebecca Danslow, who reported on Emma Green losing her baby last week, discusses the role journalists play when tragedy strikes.

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Journalists have a role to play when tragedy strikes

THERE was a myriad of colour and a buzz of activity on Gladstone West State School oval on Friday as the school celebrated its under 8 students.

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