Seventeen high school seniors were not daunted by the challenge of making a motor from household items, programming a robot and operating a conveyor belt..

Better compost and litter management in the poultry industry can reduce pollution while creating good quality manure for crop production..

CQUniversity recently sponsored the Capricorn Dirt Riders by donating two second-hand laptops and a printer..

Victoria Plains' Madeleine Morgan is no stranger to the challenges faced by small businesses.

The third-year Bachelor of Accounting student grew up on her family's cattle property and has first-hand knowledge of operating a business thanks to her mother's local dance company.

Emma Scott grew up on a cattle property an hour west of Moranbah, where she was home schooled by her mother, with occasional help from governesses.

She's now progressing well in her Nursing degree on Rockhampton Campus and has gained one of the scholarships* provided by BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) to encourage students interested in 'non-mining' disciplines who demonstrate the need and desire to contribute to their local region.

CQUniversity has hosted a component of a two-week study tour for senior officials from resource-related faculties in Mongolia, Peru, Indonesia, the Philippines, Zambia, Mozambique and Ghana.

The VIP visitors spent a day at the Central Queensland Innovation and Research Precinct (CQIRP) located near Rockhampton Campus.

Adults who are anxious in social settings or children who struggle to express and manage their feelings could benefit from new low-cost group programs offered by the CQUniversity Wellness Centre from late July onwards.

Prior to participation, all participants will have an individual meeting to review their particular needs and, where appropriate, the program may also be offered on a one-to-one basis.

Forty-two high school students have built more momentum towards their future study and career plans thanks to the annual 'Great Race' held on CQUniversity Rockhampton Campus recently..