CQU economists Dr Jill Windle (Centre for Environmental Management) and Associate Professor John Rolfe (Faculty of Business and Informatics) have helped design a biodiversity auction which marks a new approach to land management.

The new scheme - the Biodiversity Tender (a single round auction) was developed in partnership with CQU, the Fitzroy Basin Association (FBA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

CQU researcher Dr Leonie Andersen has a key role as coordinator of the latest Port Curtis Integrated Monitoring Program (PCIMP), which was launched in early July.

The program was launched with commencement of its annual water quality and mangrove monitoring programs.

Central Queensland University Council has resolved to restructure its relationship with its major commercial partner, C_Management Services, to secure the University's long-term financial future and enhance its ability to invest in teaching and learning, research and community engagement activities.

CQU Council will forward its recommendation and detailed documentation to the Queensland Education Minister for further consideration, advice and any required approval.

Sharon Grubb is an inspirational woman whose story reminds you that in life; ‘if you can dream it you can do it’, no matter how daunting or difficult the task might seem.

Sharon left school halfway through year 11 to become a hairdresser before marrying the man of her dreams and having 3 beautiful children.

G & S Engineering Services has taken its support of CQU Mackay engineering students one step further by offering a scholarship for second years enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering (Co-op)/Diploma of Professional Practice (Engineering) program.

CQU Mackay Engineering Co-op students complete paid internships with various engineering firms in Mackay, including G & S.

Alex Bright, a 2001 Human Movement Science graduate (majoring in business management), has been appointed as a Development Officer for Cycling Queensland.

It's a dream job as Alex is a competitive cyclist and a keen participant in Rockhampton cycling circles, including the Bike Chicks initiative.

CQU is a gold sponsor of the Safety Institute of Australia's annual conference for Queensland and the Northern Territory, from August 31 to September 1 in Yeppoon.

SIA is the the peak professional body for safety in Australia.

Rockhampton -- Midwives, community health professionals and national and state politicians convened Thursday and Friday (6 & 7 July) in Rockhampton for a state-wide conference, sponsored by Central Queensland University and others, on midwifery issues related to the quality of maternity services in Queensland, especially in Central Queensland and the rural and remote regions further west.

Queensland Minster for Health Stephen Robertson, Shadow Minister for Health Julia Gillard and more than 125 midwives, community health care experts, researchers and health advocates came together at a time when the state is experiencing increased demand for access to quality maternity services, especially in regional and rural locations.

Water metres, leaks, recycled water, Fitzroy River management and more..

Central Queensland University was pleased to host and provide scholarships for the inaugural 2006 SunWater and Stanwell Winter Music School, held this week in Rockhampton.

Open to about 200 high school students from all over Queensland, the Winter Music School is a week-long event of intense musical training for high school students conducted by outstanding tutors from around the country under the direction of The Southern Cross Soloists, the Brisbane-based chamber music ensemble.