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40m prep I serves 6 I This delicious raw vegan dessert looks sensational and is surprisingly easy to create. Ingredients 370g raw cashews, soaked overnight in cold water 1 cup (250ml) coconut oil 1/2 cup (125ml) maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 500g blueberries Edible......

New machine to boost local manufacturing company’s Australian-made capabilities

Christmas came late for the Upton Engineering & Manufacturing Team, with an announcement in January that they had secured a $636,972 Queensland Government Manufacturing Hub Grant to purchase a Makino A500z – 5 Axis Machining Centre. CEO Mitchell Upton said the centre, which is one of the......

Congratulations to our region’s 2022 Australia Day Award winners

Each year Gladstone Regional Council hosts its Australia Day Awards to recognize and reward members of the local community who have a consistent record of excellence, have made outstanding achievements in their fields, and/ or have contributed significantly to the growth and development of sport,......

Gladstone, be prepared to be mesmerised by Celtic Illusion Reimagined

One of the most unique touring productions in the world, Celtic Illusion is heading to Gladstone with their 10-year anniversary celebration, Celtic Illusion Reimagined. Starring the multi-talented former-lead dancer of Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance and Star Illusionist Anthony Street, and Georgia May, a......

Here in History by Betty Laver

Post Office Improvements came to the post office in 1907 when a bicycle telegraph boy was employed to deliver telegrams. It was apparently thought that these boys would be faster on the hills of Gladstone than the police constables. Telegrams could be sent to......

Local florist wins national wedding award

At a virtual awards ceremony in January a local floral designer won the Australian Wedding Awards’ 2021 Wedding Florist category, a huge coup for the team who work solely with permanent botanicals. “We are in shock,” Ginger Says Owner Michelle Wilson said of taking out......

New beauty salon set to help you become your flossiest self…

Flossie (adjective): stylish or glamorous Goondoon Street’s latest addition is here to help you feel your “flossiest self”. “Whether you are looking for maintenance or a full makeover, or even a wedding look, Flossie has got you covered with our vast range of hair,......

Local director drops new short film

Attached is the latest short film from self-taught Gladstone director, producer and writer Clifton Schulke, whose previous credits include 2020’s Container and 2017’s The Arrow. The 11 minute sci-fi short centers around actress Elizabeth Clarke’s character, Holly. Without giving too much away… something has attached......

What’s On from January 27

February 5 Rockaria – The Elo Experience When: 8pm Where: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre Cost: $69 per adult Rockaria – The Elo Experience is a show that delivers a captivating live concert recreating the unforgettable sound of Jeff Lynne’s The Electric Light Orchestra. February......

Touch 2022 Predictions by Mark Stephens

After a very successful season last year, with all Division One Grand Finals proving close, the new Gladstone Touch season is again shaping up to be a close affair. Kicking off in early February, it is difficult to predict who may be premiers in each......