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Spotlight On….Paradise Pilates

Get to know Jessie who has turned her passion for movement into a career, launching Paradise Pilates in Tieri. With a background in dance, she wanted to help others feel stronger, healthier, and more connected. Now a certified instructor, Hessie offers fun, inclusive classes focused on building strength, flexibility, and community. We caught up with her to learn more about her journey and what’s ahead for Paradise Pilates.

2025 Central Highland Business Excellence Awards

The Central Highlands Business Excellence Awards return in 2025 to celebrate the efforts and achievements of the region’s diverse and dedicated business community, and there’s still time to enter!

Introducing the CTM Links Ladies Social Hub

CTM LINKS, led by Community Support & Development Officer Kath Hema, has launched the Tieri Ladies Social Hub. A welcoming space for local women to connect, share ideas, and build community. Open to all ages and life stages, the Hub encourages social connection through events, group activities, and shared interests.

Par-Tee for Frank

Join us for a day filled with fun and support for the Thomas family! Starting at 12:30pm, registrations kick off for our four-ball Ambrose event, followed by tee-off at 1:30pm with Kids entertainment starting at 2pm including rock climbing, a merry-go-round, a Photo Booth, and face painting. Followed by a live band and dinner starting at 5:30pm and a beer for Frank at 6.30pm

Heart of Australia Brings Specialist Care to Tieri

Heart of Australia has been providing vital cardiology and respiratory services to Tieri residents through its mobile health clinic, the 'Heart Truck since 2023. In partnership with Tieri Medical Practice, they’ve delivered 82 appointments so far, receiving positive feedback from both patients and local healthcare professionals. With quarterly visits confirmed for 2025, Heart of Australia is also expanding its reach nationally, launching mobile lung cancer screening services and continuing specialist women’s health clinics in nearby Middlemount.

New Sports Group – Social Netball

In a town rich with sporting options, local resident Natalie Martell has added something new to the mix with the launch of a social netball group. What began as a casual way to reconnect with the sport has quickly grown into a thriving community activity, with 95 players of all ages and skill levels already involved. We caught up with Natalie to learn more about the group, how to get involved, and her hopes for its future within the Tieri community.

Protect Your Pets This Snake Season.

With snake season upon us, we reached out to Maraboon Vet Surgery in Emerald to ask for their advice on how to keep our pets safe. Here’s what Dr Angela Sutherland had to say… "Our curious and favourite four-legged friends have natural hunting instincts so it’s no surprise they may cross paths with a snake. Now that the weather is warming up, the snakes are on the move and we are likely to see a lot more snakes on our daily walks or in our backyards"

Welcoming Back a Familiar Face: Susan Spackman Returns to Tieri State School as Principal

After beginning her teaching journey at Tieri State School over two decades ago, Susan Spackman is set to return once more—this time as Principal in 2025. With a career spanning 22 years across schools in Capella, Mackay, and Emerald, Susan brings a wealth of experience, passion, and a deep connection to the local community. We sat down with Susan to hear about her teaching journey, what drives her as an educator, and her vision for Tieri State School’s students, staff, and families.

Old Inspector’s Hut Donated to Capella Pioneer Village

Oaky Creek Coal (OCC) has donated the 140-year-old inspector's hut from Capella Railway Station to Capella Pioneer Village. Built in the early 1880s, the hut once housed railway inspectors before being relocated to Oak Park in the 1980s. Now, through OCC's community investment initiative, the hut returns to Capella to become part of the village's railway heritage collection.