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Early voting a problem for candidates yet to unveil all their policies
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Plus, officers from the state’s liquor and gambling regulator have executed search warrants at several venues this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Postal votes and pre-polling may make ‘election day’ obsolete, says expert
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Plus, the Dragons reportedly have no plans to release captain and Central Queensland product, Ben Hunt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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LNP Gregory candidate allegedly assaulted in outback Qld
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Sean Dillon says he was physically assaulted by two men in August. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Flight forced to land at Rockhampton Airport due to unusual cabin smell
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A Jetstar flight from the Gold Coast to Cairns, has been forced to land at Rockhampton Airport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Opposition leader asks voters for opportunity to fix Olympic “mess”
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Plus, firefighters battle house blaze in Gladstone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Abortion takes centre stage in second leaders debate ahead of state election
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Plus, additional police arrive in Central Queensland for the start of Operation Whiskey Legion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Steven Miles and David Crisafulli to face off in second debate today
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Plus, the RACQ is calling for whoever forms government to prioritise Bruce Highway upgrades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Psychologist debunks KAP's claims smacking kids will reduce crime
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Plus, a Rockhampton jockey is off to surgery after injuring his shoulder in race crash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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10 days out from state election, exit polling suggests Labor could be in for a loss
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Plus, Labor is committing $50 million to start the upgrade of the Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department, if elected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Labor commits $50mil to hospital ED amid LNP poll swing
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Early votes in the election have so far shown a swing towards the LNP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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The biggest barra caught was 126 centimetres...in addition to this 173 threadfin salmon were also reeled in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Queensland Teachers' Union calls for rising violence and staff shortages to be addressed
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The QTU also argues that state schools should receive federal funding on par with private schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Vinnies calling for the major political parties to address States poverty
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In the last financial year, vinnies supported over 21'180 people in Rockhampton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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200 pre-polling centres open across Qld ahead of state election
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Requests for a postal vote will close tonight at 7pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Coalition wants Labor to bring nuclear energy inquiry to CQ
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The Opposition says it will participate in good faith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Premier vows to hold plebiscite on Coalitions plan to build nuclear plants in Qld
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And, state election early voting begins today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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State Election early voting begins today; 7 running for Rockhampton seat
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Plus, calls for locals to download the digital licence app before disaster strikes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Survey shows renewable's are more popular with the public than nuclear power
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people who support clean energy tended to be female, live in cities and vote labor or greens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Independent candidate for Rockhampton calls for support to local recreational fishers
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Urging the State Government to scrap proposed changes to managing Nannygai fish stocks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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GPs calls for help before disaster season strikes
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The need for generators and disaster hubs where locals can safely access treatment became undeniable during cyclone Jasper and Kirrily. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Meteorologists say were entering a new era of weather
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It comes as the Bureau of Meteorology's copped criticism over the timeliness and accuracy of forecasts across Queensland this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Gladstone Hospitals maternity services are getting an upgrade
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Construction has reached the half way point which will see expectant mothers get their own private rooms in the West Wing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Local firefighters to be commemorated this Firefighters Remembrance Day
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a minute's silence, and flags will be flown at half-mast at fire stations statewide See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Roadworthy certificate providers required to take mandatory training next month
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The state's peak automotive body says it won’t help rid us of dodgy inspections.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Capricornia, Central Highlands and Coalfields all on storm watch today
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with heavy rainfall likely for coastal areas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Removal of a problematic chimpanzee from Rockhampton Zoo delayed
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some 4 weeks behind schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Regional Queensland records drop in house sales
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We are the only State to see a drop from this time last year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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The safety of Rockhampton's roads have been rated by cyclists.
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The Burnett Highway is in the bad books as there is no cycle lane for those riding to Mount Morgan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Wife pays tribute to husband killed in Bowen Basin mine
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51-year-old Frank Thomas lost his life in an incident last Wednesday, at the Oakly Creek Coal Mine, which sent another man to Hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Lots to consider after LNP and Labors Health plans unveiled
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AMAQ President Dr. Nick Yim says they'll review both plans over the next few days to determine which is best for the whole state: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Elderly Gladstone man dies after boat capsized
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Emergency crews were called to the boat ramp around 10.15am yesterday along Gladstone Benaraby Road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Also - Miner who died at Bowen Basin coal mine named See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Investigating mining incidents is 'critical' to improve future safety
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according to Resources Safety and Health Queensland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Gladstone Police charge man after week long crime spree
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he's due in court next month.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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'Slim chance of surviving': Will Queensland adopt new front seat laws?
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The National Transport Commission is right now reviewing whether children as young as seven are safe in the front seat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Local Police prepare for a long busy weekend on the roads
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All available highway patrol vehicles and unmarked cars will be out in force until Tuesday . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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The Caval Ridge Mine Overpass finally reopens
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A low loader transporting an excavator attempted to travel under the bridge, becoming stuck and causing major damage...no on was injured. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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440 lives lost in Queensland coal mines since 1882
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The latest a man died on Wednesday at the Oakley Creek Coal Mine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Over 10,000 sign ups for free Tafe courses in Central Queensland
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Minster for regional development Glen Butcher says some of the top courses taken up are nursing, early childcare and aged care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Rockhampton to receive a Disaster Relief Hub
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Amazon Australia, partnering with Australian Red Cross and Foodbank Queensland, to store emergency items like food, blankets, and first aid kits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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BHP responds to AMWU worker strike across 4 Bowen Basin mines
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Also - mining community shook by another worker death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Police are preparing a report for the coroner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Premier Steven Miles announces a state-owned electricity retailer to compete with Ergon
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If elected this month in the State Election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Cotton growers in Emerald are off to a strong start this season
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Strong water allocations from Fairbairn Dam and warm conditions are contributing to optimism, with some growers planning to continue planting into late October and beyond, depending on further rainfall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Qlders aren't across key election details, just weeks from vote
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The state election is fast approaching, but it seems many still aren’t clued up on vital election details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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David Crissafulli said yesterday that he would extend Bs operation beyond its planned closure, if renewables cant keep up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Elderly woman dies in Hospital overnight after being struck by a car
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The 74-year-old pedestrian was crossing Cambridge Street around 6.30pm Saturday when a land rover struck her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Griffith University political commentator Paul Williams says we're only now learning about the LNP's 'Adult Crime, Adult Time' policy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Bouldercombe locals protest proposed battery storage
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After being active for 6 months before a fire last year at Genex powers facility, its got residents backs up about the proposal from A-C Energy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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Over 40'000 RBTs conducted by Police over school holidays
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Also - Rocky 1 of 5 locations to expand the use of Electronic Monitoring Devices for serious repeat young offenders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR
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