Leighton Smith

Member since May 2017

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August 2020

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GKI’s Resort developer is on the verge of walking away unless leaders can find the money needed to rejuvenate the island.

Time running out to save GKI redevelopment and 1500 CQ jobs

8th Aug 2020 12:01 AM

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The major project on Quay St is generating hundreds of jobs and pumping millions into the local economy. Soon the region’s significant art collection will have a new home.

One year into construction, Rocky Museum of Art takes shape

7th Aug 2020 2:01 PM

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With 3000 Virgin Australia staff sacked and their aeroplane fleet halved, things are looking grim for flight services to CQ.

What does Virgin Australia’s cuts mean for CQ flights?

7th Aug 2020 12:01 AM

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A local business will ensure the financial and employment rewards created by the project are harnessed by the CQ community.

Jobs bonanza with CQ business to build Rookwood Weir

6th Aug 2020 3:54 PM

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One Nation has poured fuel on the fire of the border dispute raging between Rocky and Livingstone Shire.

BOUNDARY BATTLE: One Nation wades in to defend ratepayers

6th Aug 2020 12:01 AM

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Construction could start on the Rockhampton-Yeppoon Rd upgrade before the end of the year if the federal funds were available, according to the Member for Keppel.

Government pressured to fast-track funding for Yeppoon Road

5th Aug 2020 7:00 PM

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The post-COVID-19 tourism revival has begun with increased visitor numbers showing a strong interest in holidaying in our region.

GREEN SHOOTS: CQ’s tourism industry showing positive signs

5th Aug 2020 3:03 PM

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In the battle for your vote, one political party is promising to buy new sheds for our Rural Fire Service volunteers.

Promise: We will get CQ’s rural fireys new sheds

2nd Aug 2020 5:03 PM

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The upgrade of Shoalwater Bay Military Training Area is proving to be a financial windfall for local businesses desperately needing the work.

Local businesses urged to apply for new Shoalwater packages

3rd Aug 2020 8:00 AM

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Revheads have loved seeing the vehicles on display and police have enjoyed good behaviour of the majority of visitors besides the man who allegedly assaulted an officer.

Heavy police presence, officer assaulted at CQ Motor Show

2nd Aug 2020 12:00 PM

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