The Gracemere Pool is officially reopening Light Aquatics has been awarded as the successful tenderer and is ready to welcome the community back following the pool’s temporary closure last year undertook necessary repairs during 2024 which included upgrading the amenities installing a new structure over the indoor pool and reinstating shade over the 25m pool with Light Aquatics managing the day-to-day operations and maintenance Sport and Public Spaces Councillor Cherie Rutherford said she was pleased to see the final step towards reopening the pool now complete “We understand just how important the Gracemere Swimming Pool is to the local community and our role as Council is crucial in that we bridge the gap between exclusive school use and public use so that the pool is available for everyone in our community to enjoy,” Cr Rutherford said “Once the refurbishments were completed Council issued the tender with the goal of reopening the facility as soon as possible and I thank everyone for their patience during this time “Several important factors were considered when selecting the new operators to ensure high standards are maintained and I am pleased to welcome Light Aquatics onboard.” Light Aquatics will familiarise themselves with the facility and prepare for its reopening on Saturday Divisional Councillor Edward Oram said this was a fantastic outcome for the Gracemere community “We appreciate Gracemere’s patience as Council sought the best outcome for our community,” Cr Oram said and we hope Light Aquatics settles in quickly to resume usual operations allowing everyone to fully enjoy the facility which will continue to be a wonderful asset with its 25m variable depth pool The pool will be open to the public from 6am to 8.30am and 3pm to 6pm on weekdays Rockhampton Regional Council acknowledges Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live 152fb400-5e8f-4c39-97af-1671cc9afbba ' + noBrDesc.replace(/(\r\n|\r|\n){2}((\r\n|\r|\n)+)?/g, '$2 Picture by Melanie Groves.Plenty of prime cattle on the market saw prices dip slightly at the April 30 Gracemere cattle sale All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinue"We're seeing a large influx of fat cattle coming through due to the ongoing good season so the demand for fat cattle probably hasn't been there this week on the back of that," Nutrien livestock agent But it was a pen of ten steers from Anthony Ball that Mr Moy kept a close eye on from the start making 408c/kg for a return of $995.52 per head they're high quality that'd suit any crossbred feedlot further down the track or they've got the quality to go on to create a great grass bullock as well," Mr Moy said we've seen the restocker markets for the steers there's some very good quality weaner steers here that'd expect to make good money we've got a few western buyers coming in and buying weaner steers." There were plenty of prime cattle at CQLX for the April 30 sale Picture by Melanie Groves.A good wet season over most of the state has led to stronger demand for backgrounder cattle across much of Queensland so these light cattle are in high demand at the moment," Mr Moy said A total of 3132 head were yarded at CQLX for the sale up from the previous sale of 1699 head at Gracemere on Wednesday due to shortened weeks from public holidays While there is a demand for backgrounders in the market and Mr Moy said he predicts numbers will increase soon "We're just starting to see the very first of this season's weaners I think we'll start seeing the number of weaners flowing a bit more leading into the weaner sales in June and July," he said Processors at CQLX were buying prime cattle for 10c/kg less than last week's market Picture by Melanie Groves.Of the 3132 head yarded cows and bulls were down slightly on last week's sale Steers sold for an average of 347c/kg with a top of 444c/kg Heifers sold for 286c/kg with a top of 362c/kg while bulls sold for an average of 243c/kg selling for an average of $1530 and a top price of $1760 Melanie is a Queensland Country Life journalist based in Mackay, north Queensland, but covers regional and rural yarns from around the state. 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CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) The Gracemere Pool is reopening and it’s time for the community to celebrate Following it’s official reopening on 1 March Rockhampton Regional Council is holding a community open day on Saturday Sport and Public Spaces Councillor Cherie Rutherford said the day includes free entry between 10am to 2pm settling into the operations of the facility we are thrilled to host this day as a way of saying thanks to the community for their patience,” Cr Rutherford said “The day will have a party atmosphere and we will have free ice blocks to hand out “Please keep in mind that due to lifeguard requirements the facility can only hold a capacity of 150 people which we will do our best to manage so no-one misses out.” Divisional Councillor Edward Oram said the day is the perfect opportunity for the community to see the updated facility “With a new structure over the 25m pool why not show your support and come along,” Cr Oram said With plenty of fun and prizes planned for the open day Light Aquatics operator Melissa Hunter encouraged the community to come and say hi for kids of all ages to enjoy,” Ms Hunter said “We will have giveaways and prizes as well Ms Hunter and her team were operating the community pools in Springsure and Rolleston “I’ve been running swimming pools for the past 14 plus years and I love working in rural communities,” she said “I love what I do and I hope to share that with the community “We are excited to work alongside the Gracemere community and get to know everyone.” for the highly anticipated Ray White Livestock Rockhampton Working Dog Sale and Trial All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueThe event saw enthusiastic participation from buyers across Queensland as well as an international bidder from Vanuatu Over 50 vendors presented their dogs and pups for sale drawing a diverse crowd of prospective buyers 46 out of the 52 pups offered found new homes resulting in an impressive 88.5pc clearance rate said he was pleased with the outcome of the sale "I'm very happy with this year's sale result," he said "Dogs sold into different areas this year than last The agency had a strong team on the ground with staff from offices across Queensland and New South Wales Jodie Humble from Jem Photography was on hand to take photographs following each dog and pup sale Queensland Country Life reporter based in central Queensland. 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Get in touch: 0437528907 or email ben.harden@austcommunitymedia.com.au Picture: SuppliedThe shorter week results in a reduced yarding of 1699 head at Gracemere on Wednesday All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueThis included 767 steers Competition remained strong for pens that were well presented and in-spec the weaner steer market saw a very positive average price of 423c/kg Edungalba sold Charbray steers for 480c/kg Baralaba sold Droughtmaster heifers for 317c/kg Diglum sold Brangus cross heifers for 334c/kg Baralaba sold Charbray heifers for 378c/kg Credition sold Brangus heifers for 322c/kg Today's top stories curated by our news team Our twice weekly wrap of the latest in rural property sales Our twice weekly wrap of the big news in the red meat sector Industry news from Australia's dairy sector The week's top stories curated by our news team Fields marked as 'Required' must be completed Enter your email address or your friend's email addresses all separated by commas This event occurs every 1 week(s) on Monday for 31 times ' + noBrDesc.replace(/(\r\n|\r|\n){2}((\r\n|\r|\n)+)?/g The Mount Morgan Pipeline project has marked another milestone with construction underway on the two new Lucas Street reservoirs in Gracemere and only 7km of the 28km pipeline left to lay Contractor Haslin has poured the foundations of the two new concrete reservoirs and begun construction of their concrete walls each reservoir will have the capacity to hold 3.65 megalitres (combined almost three Olympic swimming pools) of treated potable water Pipelaying on Razorback Road and in Mount Morgan is also progressing with about 21km of the total 28km already in the ground Works on the new Lucas Street pump station will commence once construction of the Gracemere reservoirs’ walls are completed Construction and groundworks for the Moonmera and Old Capricorn Highway pump stations is also in progress reservoirs and water pump stations will deliver improved water security for Gracemere and provide a long-term sustainable water supply solution for the Mount Morgan community following three years of Level 6 water restrictions The project is expected to support 50 local jobs throughout construction with local contractors used for a range of works and services including the Razorback Road improvement works and services The Mount Morgan Water Pipeline project includes: The project is on track for completion in September 2025 which is jointly funded by the Australian Government through the National Water Grid Fund and the Queensland Government with Rockhampton Regional Council began construction in January 2024 following three years of sustained drought across the Mount Morgan No Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Development “I’m proud to be part of the Miles Labor Government that is delivering water security for Mount Morgan with the 28km Gracemere to Mount Morgan Pipeline “Great to see another milestone for this important project for Mount Morgan “You can always count on our Miles Labor Government to deliver water security for regional communities they can never be trusted to deliver the water infrastructure our growing communities like Rockhampton need “While we’re just getting on with it we know from last time what an LNP Government means for Central Queensland – cuts and excuses “Our investments in water infrastructure in projects like the Mount Morgan pipeline Because every dollar of the $40.4 million we’ve stumped up is funding the Council doesn’t need to spend keeping downward pressure on rates and water charges Comments attributable to Rockhampton Regional Council Mayor "This project is an absolute game-changer for Mount Morgan.  We know that we simply don’t have the catchment size or the rainfall to provide that vital water security the town needs over the long-term “That’s why we have 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website works best with Javascript enabled Please enable your javascript and reload the page The cafe will feature Zarraffa’s drive-thru model Zarraffa’s Coffee opened its 79th cafe in Gracemere which has evolved since its inception in 2023 differs from a full Zarraffa’s store layout which typically features an internal café seating area Predominantly servicing customers through its drive-thru the model now features a walk-up window and outdoor seating area for those who prefer to take some time out to sit back and relax with their coffee “This newest iteration of the model has been a huge success so far making up just over 10% of the brand’s footprint across the country with a pipeline of new sites set to open as part of our expansion plans in the lead up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics,” Marnie Sheldon Zarraffa's Coffee plans to open 200 cafes before 2032. Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE! About 1500 people attended the Gracemere dawn service on Anzac Day, with organisers saying the event is growing in popularity […] Get an all ACCESS PASS to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription Get an all access pass to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription © 2025 Central Queensland Media Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. Rockhampton Regional Council has wrapped up work on a second free caravan waste dump point Rockhampton Region Mayor Tony Williams said the dump point has been installed at Cedric Archer Park in Gracemere to service travellers heading west to the Queensland Outback and the dump point is now ready for public use,” Mayor Williams said “This service offers an environmentally friendly solution for caravan users to dispose of grey and black water with it available 24/7 for convenient use by travellers.” Mayor Williams said Council is pleased to deliver another dump point to the Region strategically placed to encourage travellers to stop in Gracemere “By locating it in an easily accessible spot at Cedric Archer Park travellers can park and enjoy use of the park that features picnic tables and seating playground and plenty of space to stretch your legs,” Mayor Williams said “We are encouraging caravaners to stop in at the local businesses and enjoy doing their shopping with relative ease being so close to the Capricorn Highway.” Divisional Councillor Edward Oram said the installation of the dump point at Cedric Archer Park was a great win for the Gracemere community “By installing this service at the park we hope travellers will not only enjoy the fantastic amenities at Cedric Archer but also take the time to explore our town and everything it has to offer,” Cr Oram said “I have a deep appreciation for Gracemere's wonderful and I hope all the travellers will come to love it just as much as I do.” Another caravan waste dump point and potable water refill station is located at the Explore Rockhampton Visitor Information Centre with Brahman steers sold on behalf of Olive Brahmans that sold to a top of 390.2c/kg to average 361c/kg weighing 372kg to return $1344 a head Picture by CQLXGracemere combined agents reported an increased yarding of 3662 head last week All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueThere were a number of runs of cattle sourced from Bowen the market was firm to dearer with the only category to ease being the slaughter market The weaner heifer market saw significant increases with added backgrounding buyers attending Picture: GDLHighlights:Somerton Grazing Co sold Brahman steers for 352 cents a kilogram weighing 452 kilograms to return $1593 a head sold Brahman steers for 348c/kg weighing 400kg to return $1395 sold Senepol steers for 366c/kg weighing 331kg to return $1212 sold Brahman steers for 390c/kg weighing 317kg to return $1240 sold Grey Brahman steers for 390c/kg weighing 300kg to return $1173 sold Angus cross steers for 448c/kg weighing 294kg to return $1317 sold Charbray cross steers for 426c/kg weighing 280kg to return $1193 sold Droughtmaster steers for 428c/kg weighing 236kg to return $1011 sold Brangus steers for 440c/kg weighing 209kg to return $921 sold Brangus steers for 490c/kg weighing 205kg to return $1006 sold Brahman cows for 288c/kg weighing 603kg to return $1738 sold Droughtmaster cows for 283c/kg weighing 560kg to return $1587 sold Brahman cows for 300c/kg weighing 492kg to return $1477 sold Droughtmaster cross heifers for 336c/kg weighing 332kg to return $1118 sold Charbray weaner heifers for 356c/kg weighing 220kg to return $783 sold Charbray heifers for 364c/kg weighing 293kg to return $1068 sold Brahman heifers for 302c/kg weighing 250kg to return $755 Rockhampton Regional Council has confirmed the Gracemere Pool will officially reopen to the public on Saturday, 1 March. Light Aquatics […] Police are appealing for information following a ram raid at BWS Gracemere on Wednesday, 12 February. Police allege that around […] Three Queensland Fire Department Fire Department crews responded to reports of a potential hazardous chemical spill in Gracemere today Please call us on 1800 070 535 and we’ll help resolve the issue or try again later Any Questions? Please call 1800 070 535 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am – 11:30am (AEST) Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE with the speciality coffee chain opening its 79th store on Monday This is probably not the page you’re looking for A wonderful Christmas-themed lunch was well attended by many at the Gracemere Pub on Saturday, 7 December. Despite overcoming a […] All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueWith quality rain statewide agents saw a reduced and mixed quality yarding Competition was strong with all categories seeing positive increases Baralaba sold Santa Gertrudis steers for 350c/kg weighing 564kg to return $1976/hd Valkyrie sold Braford steers for 374c/kg weighing 430kg to return $1610/hd Joskeleigh sold Brangus steers for 404c/kg weighing 342kg to return $1384/hd Wowan sold Angus-cross steers for 452c/kg weighing 311kg to return $ 1407/hd Finch Hatton sold Brangus steers for 430c/kg weighing 298kg to return $1285/hd Dingo sold Brangus weaner steers to 448c/kg weighing 293kg to return $1317/hd Malvern Developments,Tungamull sold Droughtmaster-cross steers for 444c/kg weighing 283kg to return $1259/hd Morinish sold Brahman steers for 450c/kg weighing 281kg to return $1265/hd Farleigh sold Brangus steers for 450c/kg weighing 252kg to return $1135/hd Calliope Rotary Club sold grey Brahman steers for 460c/kg weighing 250kg to return $1154/hd Baralaba sold Brangus weaner steers for 478c/kg weighing 215kg to return $1031/hd Garnant sold Romagnola-cross steers for 388c/kg weighing 345kg to return $1339/hd Alton Downs sold Droughtmaster heifers for 306c/kg weighing 325kg to return $997/hd Gogango sold Brahman-cross heifers for 334c/kg weighing 274kg to return $916/hd Cawarral sold Droughtmaster-cross heifers for 340c/kg weighing 260kg to return$884/hd Ridgelands sold Charbray heifers 344c/kg weighing 259kg to return $892/hd Farleigh sold Brangus heifers for 332c/kg weighing 226kg to return $752/hd Collinsville sold grey Brahman heifers for 370c/kg weighing 198kg to return $733/hd Theodore sold Charolais cows to 302c/kg weighing 716kg to return $2165/hd Goovigen sold Brahman cows to 304c/kg weighing 618kg to return $1882/hd Westwood sold Charbray cows for 297c/kg weighing 523kg to return $1550/hd Detectives from Rockhampton Child Protection Investigation Unit and specialist police from Crime and Intelligence Command’s Child Trauma Unit are investigating […] Picture by CQLXGracemere combined agents saw a total yarding of 2171 head on Friday All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueCompetition was strong resulting in all categories seeing positive price increases the weaner steer market was considerably stronger bearing in mind a lesser quality yarding of weaner steers was on offer than previous weeks sold Angus cross steers for 386 cents a kilogram weighing 452 kilograms to return $1745 a head sold Droughtmaster steers for 398c/kg weighing 399kg to return $1589 sold Simmental cross steers for 398c/kg weighing 384kg to return $1529 sold Brangus steers for 404c/kg weighing 360kg to return $1455 sold Charolais cross steers for 444c/kg weighing 263kg to return $1168 sold Brangus steers for 452c/kg weighing 210kg to return $952 sold Brangus cows for 299c/kg weighing 477kg to return $1428 sold Angus cross heifers for 318c/kg weighing 415kg to return $1322 sold Droughtmaster heifers for 330c/kg weighing 414kg to return $1368 sold Brahman heifers for 294c/kg weighing 356kg to return $1047 sold Brangus weaner heifers to 314c/kg weighing 231kg to return $726 sold dairy foster cows topping at $2300/unit and averaging $2093/unit Gracemere is set to receive a significant greenery boost with 65 new trees planted across median strips The project which is part of Rockhampton Regional Council’s 2023/24 Parks and Open Space Planting program will mean better tree canopy providing shade and cooling the local area while improving biodiversity and the natural environment The tress will be a variety of three species - Lophostemon confertus and xanthostemon chrysanthus ‘Fairhill Gold’ – which have been chosen for their history of thriving in similar conditions as well as meeting safety criteria for street trees Tony Williams said he was thrilled to see this investment going into Gracemere and improving greenery in the local area “This is a great outcome for residents with an expected 50 per cent increase in canopy coverage in the local area once these trees reach maturity,” Mayor Williams said “We know people want to see more trees and greenery and this project will deliver that in spades “It also provides important biodiversity outcomes longer-term and reduces the heat island effect in our local suburbs.” said the project honours Council’s commitment to urban greening and improved the look and feel of local streets “This is a great outcome for our local community.  I am particularly glad to see this investment being delivered close to one of our local schools which will provide greater shade and protection for local families who use Johnson Road every day,” Cr Oram said Planting will commence today with minimal disruption to road users or pedestrians and is expected to reach completion by the end of June 2024 Mark your calendars, the Gracemere Hotel is set to become the arena for the first-ever Muay Thai College Brawl in […] Picture by Chelsea Pender Gracemere agents yarded 2506 head on Wednesday All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueWith a mixed quality yarding of cattle the prices in most categories softened slightly but good competition was still seen on quality lines Weaner steers averaged 297 cents per kilogram Weaner heifers sold for an average of 204c/kg The cow market averaged 210c/kg with a top price of 275c/kg while cows and calves topped at $2025 per unit With a larger number of bulls to quote from the previous week sold Brahman cross steers for 360c/kg weighing 442kg to return $1595 per head sold Charbray steers for 374c/kg weighing 411kg to return $1537/head sold Brangus cross steers for 364c/kg weighing 401kg to return $1462/head sold Romagnola cross steers for 348c/kg weighing 318kg to return $1109/head sold Brangus cross steers for 390c/kg weighing 254kg to return $989/head sold Brangus cross Weaner steers for 356c/kg weighing 269kg to return $958/head sold Brangus cross weaner steers for 380c/kg weighing 234kg to return $891/head sold Droughtmaster cross heifers for 276c/kg weighing 485kg to return $1340/head sold Romagnola cross weaner heifers for 266c/kg weighing 312kg to return $830/head sold Charbray heifers for 252c/kg weighing 310kg to return $781/head sold Droughtmaster weaner heifers for 268c/kg weighing 213kg to return $573/head sold Brahman cross cows for 275c/kg weighing 537kg to return $1478/head sold Brahman cross cows for 265c/kg weighing 520kg to return $1379/head sold Brangus cross cows for 263c/kg weighing 480kg to return $1263/head sold Brahman cows and calves for $1325/unit and Leader of The Nationals David Littleproud at the CQLX Gracemere saleyards on Wednesday Picture by Ben HardenOne of Queensland's largest livestock exchange facilities will receive a roof and upgraded water storage under a future Coalition government All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueNationals leader David Littleproud and Capricornia MP Michelle Landry announced the Central Queensland Livestock Exchange Gracemere Saleyards would receive $5 million if the federal Coalition win government It will give the facility funding towards a brand new 12,500-square metre roof with a rainwater capture system In 2022, the former Morrison federal government announced a similar funding pledge ahead of the federal election At a press conference at CQLX on Wednesday David Littleproud said the upgrades would benefit not only beef producers and animal welfare but also the wider central Queensland region "Our cattle industry is going through a particularly tough time right now and deserves support," Mr Littleproud said "The CQLX is one of Australia's most important saleyard facilities I am proud to back this announcement to ensure our industry gets the crucial support it needs especially during this difficult period out west." it was the only funding announcement for saleyards infrastructure improvements in Queensland He said the refurbishment at CQLX would support hundreds of cattle producers with 120,000 cattle sold annually at the exchange Ms Landry said construction would start as soon as possible "Central Queensland is known for selling not just Australia's but the world's best beef," Ms Landry said "The CQLX is also regarded as one of the best stud selling facilities in the country and this is an extremely exciting announcement for the region." had been working closely with Rockhampton Regional Council to see the important project come to fruition for the community It invested more than $14 million into the facility since 2010 RLX CEO Brett Freer said the funding would go towards upgrades that had been years in the making "We welcome the Coalition's pledge to the facility and the investment in seeking the advancement of our sector providing improved animal welfare conditions enhanced water and environmental management and an improved experience for the many industry and community users," Mr Freer said "We have a long history of investing in CQLX and ensuring Rockhampton remains the Beef capital of Australia "The facility holds a prestigious place in our industry and we see this investment as securing a very bright future to continue servicing a thriving stud Mr Free stated that RLX had not yet received a funding commitment or pledge from Labor to match the Coalition's The LNP says it will commit $100 million towards a high school for Gracemere if elected later this month. After […] A public high school in Gracemere is set to open in 2028 with the State Government on Thursday committing $10 […] pictured with a pen Brangus steers offered by GJ and LG Eiser of Alton Downs averaging 218.64kg to return $857.49 per head The Gracemere cattle market experienced a notable upswing this week with prices rising by an average of 30 cents per kilogram All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueCombined agents yarded a total of 3211 head Cattle were sourced from a wide range of areas including Clarke Creek and Charters Towers to the north and Blackwater to the west with a peak price reaching 392 cents per kilogram averaging 324 cents per kilogram and topping out at 368 cents per kilogram The competition for weaner heifers intensified driving prices up by 50 cents to an average of 265 cents per kilogram with a top price of 284 cents per kilogram feeder heifers averaged 293 cents per kilogram after a 30-cent rise with a maximum price of 322 cents per kilogram Cows similarly benefited from the stronger market with prices increasing by 30 cents to average 249 cents per kilogram Dululu sold Droughtmaster steers for 331c/kg weighing 689kg to return $2282 per head Bauhinia sold Brahman cross feeder steers to top at 346c weighing 461kg to return $1595/hd Morinish sold Charbray cross steers for 360c/kg weighing 300kg to return $1080/hd Wowan sold Angus cross steers for 392c weighing 270kg to return $1060/hd Banana sold Brangus cross steers for 366c/kg weighing 252kg to return $923/hd 4 steers for 392.2c weighing 218kg realising $857 per head EA McCartney and LI Pullen sold Brahman heifers for 307c/kg weighing 495kg to return $1520/hd Kalapa sold Brahman heifers for 299c/kg weighing 488kg to return $1462/hd Ubobo sold Charbray heifers for 308c weighing 390kg to return $1201/hd Goovigen sold Charbray heifers for 280c weighing 340kg to return $954/hd where prices for both feeder and finished cattle showed an upward trend Pictures by Ben Harden Feedlot buyers competed for a line of 48 heavy Brahman feeder steers at the Central Queensland Livestock Exchange on Wednesday with the lead pen reaching a top price of 360c/kg at the prime and store sale All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueThe No.3 feeder grey and red steer offering with vendors Tony and Kathryn Mortimer from Gayndah seeing strong returns for their cattle Joel Dawson from Brian Dawson Auctions praised the strong demand across various lines of feeder cattle "The Mortimer feeder steer offering was a good line of steers and it goes to show that a pen of good-quality Brahman steers are still selling quite well through the yards at CQLX with that extra weight in them," Mr Dawson said pictured with a run of grey Brahman steers Picture by Ben Harden For the second last sale of 2024 Gracemere combined agents saw a strong yarding with 4000 head yarded there was a quality-related increase in most categories on last week's rates Meatworks cows and heifers were firm this week with the heavy feeder steers seeing an increase steers were back slightly on last week while the heifers held firm While some regions in central Queensland have seen sporadic rain showers Mr Dawson noted that the market had picked up slightly and remained steady despite the uneven rainfall "There's a lot of places still not far from here that haven't had any rain the variations are few and far between," he said Picture by Ben Harden Another highlight in the feeder steer section was a run of Speckle Park and Brangus-cross steers The sale also saw healthy competition for fat cattle and southern regions all participating in the auction with additional offerings drawn from Nebo and Gayndah and then we start back on January 15," he said "I'd like to see a lot more widespread rain throughout all areas in central Queensland I think we'll have a pretty good season and cattle market at the beginning of next year." and Nutrien Ag Solutions' Lindsay Lobwein pictured with the Harrison family's red Brahman cows that topped at 284c/kg Picture by Ben Harden Other highlights in the cow category included a red Brahman cow offering on account of William and Kathleen Harrison Ann was on hand to watch the quality cows sell under the hammer on the day and she was pleased with the result "These were empty red Brahman cows that came out of good pastures back home in Theodore," she said Ms Harrison said her family operated a mostly red Brahman commercial operation targeting the heavy cow and 100-day feeder market and the Huntly family's Droughtmaster-cross feeder steers that made 392c/kg Picture by Ben Harden A highlight in the steer category included a Kallara Droughtmaster-cross feeder steer run that hit 392c/kg Vendor Cole Huntly was on hand to watch his steers sell which also included a pen of seven Charbray-cross feeder steers that sold for 400c/kg The Ridgelands grazier is breathing a sigh of relief after a much-needed rainstorm brought 40mm of rain to the region earlier this week who runs a commercial cattle operation across two properties the recent rainfall has provided a glimmer of hope "I breed on one block and run them back at Kalara to fatten and grow them out to wean," Mr Huntly said Mr Huntly and his team were busy working with their cattle bringing in steers and dipping young stock they are managing nearly 200 head of young cattle with the rain arriving shortly after their work was completed "The rain has brought a tinge of green to many paddocks Other highlights in the steer category included a run drawn from R and C McLeod who sold Brahman feeder steers for 344c/kg weighing 463kg to return $1591/hd Mt Chalmers sold Charolais cross steers for 402c/kg Dalma sold Droughtmaster cross steers for 390c/kg weighing 399kg to return $1558/hd Bracewell sold Charbray cross cows for 286c/kg weighing 621kg to return $1779/hd Alton Downs sold Angus cross heifers for 310c/kg weighing 632kg to return $1961/hd Gympie sold five foster cows and calves topping at $1775/unit and averaging $1545/unit Picture by Sam MoyBrahman weaner steers were among the star performers at this week's prime and store sale at CQLX Gracemere this week All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueFor the combined agents sale on Wednesday the yarding of 2952 head consisted of 1405 steers Duty agent Sam Moy of Nutrien Ag said the sale was firm to dearer in places especially Brahman weaner steers - we haven't seen too many Brahman weaner steers exceed $4 (a kilogram) for some time," he said "And there were a number of pens of Brahman weaner steers yesterday that exceeded $4/kg was at this week's CQLX Gracemere sale on Wednesday Picture by Judith MaizeyMr Moy said the market over the next couple of weeks would be very rain dependent "If this low pressure system sitting off Mackay provides rain for us I believe it will certainly be a boost for the market," he said there will certainly be price increases which you would think could potentially encourage people to sell if there is a price increase it will only be those patches of the state that haven't received rain that will almost be Mr Moy reckoned this week's yarding was average for this time of the year although there were some significant runs of cattle among the 2900 that were yarded he said GDL had a run of 500 head from Stockyard Creek Picture by Judith MaizeyWhen asked about buyers Mr Moy said they were seeing a lot of restocker activity in the weaner market "That was heavily on the back of rain and improved seasonal conditions," he said "There were a few more faces back in the restocker market." steers were down 4c/kg for an average 369c/kg and top out at 468c/kg while heifers were down 6c/kg to average 280c/kg for a high of 334c/kg Cows were up 5c/kg to average 269c/kg and top at 307c/kg while bulls were also up by an impressive 21c/kg to average 278c/kg for a top of 292c/kg Cows and calves were down $118/unit to average $1267 and top out at $1800 was among buyers at this week's CQLX sale light background steers for a producer about 60 kilometres from Rockhampton Mr Howard said prices were going down for the first two sales for the year at Gracemere the numbers are down (in the yarding) and the prices have increased A summary of the CQLX Gracemere sale on Wednesday taken from the market report.Highlights Calco Rolleston sold Angus steers for 376c/kg weighing 460kg to return $1730 sold Brangus steers for 426c/kg weighing 312kg to return $1331 sold Brahman cross steers for 386c/kg weighing 303kg to return $1170 sold Brahman steers for 402c/kg weighing 289kg to return $1163 sold Brangus steers for 434c/kg weighing 265 kg to return $1152 Creed Grazing Co sold Red Brahman steers for 382c/kg weighing 261kg to return $1000 sold Red Brangus steers for 468.2c/kg weighing 230kg to return $1076 sold Brangus steers for 448c/kg weighing 220kg to return $987 sold Droughtmaster heifers for 324c weighing 408kg to return $1325 sold Charbray heifers for 334c/kg weighing 334 kg to return $1258 sold Brahman cross cows for 299c/kg weighing 559kg to return $1673 sold Brangus cows for 295c/kg weighing 504 kg to return $1488 sold Droughtmaster cows and calves for $1800/unit Judith Maizey has worked as a journalist and communications specialist for more than 30 years throughout Queensland and NSW. 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E: judith.maizey@queenslandcountrylife.com.au Police have charged a 20-year-old Rockhampton man with murder following an investigation into the death of a 10-week-old girl in […] CQLX Gracemere numbers increased by 787 to 2984 head for their weekly prime and store sale on Wednesday with cattle coming from vendors between Miriam Vale and Collinsville and west to Moura and Theodore The condition was a little better in most categories with the exception of some light-conditioned lines from the coastal strip around Mackay to Flaggy Rock Competition was stronger for processor lines and the better-bred backgrounders and growers well-bred yearling steers sold to 437c/kg to return averages from 364c to 369c/kg with lesser quality pens averaging 290c to 319c/kg Medium-weight pens sold to average of 349c to 405c/kg for the best-bred pens Lightweight yearling heifers sold to 309c/kg Medium-weight pens averaged from 261c to 295c/kg for the better lines There were several ideal lines of feeder steers that sold to record averages from 367c to 397c/kg Small numbers of bullocks went to processors from 268c to 322c/kg The best-presented trade heifers in heavy pens made to 318c/kg Feedlots averaged 267c to 285c/kg for their grown heifers four score cows sold to processors to average 277c/kg Heavy bulls went mostly to processors to average 258c/kg and top at 283c/kg There were several pens of good quality Brahman cows with calves at foot which sold from $1200 to $1600 per unit Alligator Creek sold Brangus steers for 388c/kg weighing 490kgs to return $1,902/hd Nebo sold Brangus steers for 414c/kg weighing 285kg to return $1,183/hd Nebo sold Charbray X steers for 398.2c/kg weighing 444.38kgs to return $1769.50/hd Eton sold Brangus steers for 414c/kg weighing 281kg to return $1,166/hd Gogango sold Brangus weaner steers for 422c/kg weighing 277kg to return $1,170hd Calliope sold Brahman cross steers for 362c/kg weighing 260kg to return $942/hd Boyne Valley sold Charbray steers for 436c/kg weighing 252kgs to return $1,100/hd Wowan sold Brahman cows for 289c/kg weighing 593kg to return $1,714/hd Gogango sold Droughtmaster cows for 287c/kg weighing 591kg to return $1,698hd Goovigen sold Brangus heifers for 317c/kg weighing 525kg to return $1,667/hd Morinish sold Brahman cross heifers for 304c/kg weighing 389kgs to return $1,183/hd Eton sold Brangus heifers for 258c/kg weighing 298kg to return $769/hd Gogango sold Brangus heifers for 308c/kg weighing 278kg to return $859/hd found not breathingMax CorstorphanThe Nightly1 Min Read24 Jan 2025Updated24 Jan 2025Police are investigating the sudden death of a two-month-old infant Credit: Simon Santi/The West AustralianAn investigation has been launched after the death of a two-month-old infant who was found at a property with life-threatening injuries Police were called to a property in Gracemere Queensland shortly after 11pm on Monday after reports of an infant being unconscious and not breathing police located a two-month-old girl with life-threatening injuries Get the first look at the digital newspaper curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox Get the NewsletterBy continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.The infant was airlifted to Rockhampton Base Hospital where she was pronounced deceased on Wednesday “A crime scene has been declared and the investigation is ongoing,” a Queensland Police spokesperson said on Friday Detectives from the Rockhampton Child Protection Unit and specialist police from the Crime and Intelligence Commands’ Child Trauma Unit are leading the investigation Police are urging anyone with information, or who may have witnessed suspicious activity, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Policelink If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence phone 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) or the Crisis Care Helpline on 1800 199 008 Young people seeking support can phone beyondblue on 1300 22 4636 or go to headspace.org.au Latest EditionEdition Edition 5 May 20255 May 2025All-powerful Anthony Albanese says give me some R.E.S.P.E.C.T