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Gladstone businesses cautious but eager as borders reopen

‘The outbreak in Victoria is a reminder of how contagious this virus is, and we need to be very cautious.’

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09th July 2020 8:07 AM

GADPL chief executive Gus Stedman says despite tourism suffering a hit of more than $25 million, Gladstone is poised to bounce back.

Strict new rules for crossing the NSW-Queensland border

‘NEW NORMAL’: Border checkpoints will be strengthened, there will be random spot checks, cars will be searched.

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09th July 2020 3:07 PM

Queensland Police stop and inspect all vehicles attempting to enter Queensland at the Griffith St, Coolangatta border crossing. Photo: Scott Powick

Queensland border reopens

The Queensland border has reopened to all states except Victoria.

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10th July 2020 12:07 PM

Checkpoints on the NSW-Queensland border as the Queensland border reopened on Friday, July 10.

GRIDLOCK: Queensland border reopening causes chaos

IT’S official – the Queensland border is officially open to everyone but Victorians.

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10th July 2020 1:07 PM

Cars are gridlocked as they approach the Queensland border.

Motorists urged to expect ongoing border delays

POLICE have advised NSW residents travelling into Queensland to expect ongoing delays.

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13th July 2020 12:07 AM

The Queensland and NSW state border was open and flowing fairly well on Saturday. Picture: Richard Gosling

Victorian caravan ‘invasion’ prompts virus concerns

More than 15 Queensland registered vehicles have been seen towing Victorian caravans.

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21st July 2020 5:07 AM

Police to check on the paperwork of grey nomads as they arrive at the border.

‘Tough’ call made on our Melbourne Cup of the water

The decision comes just days before Hamilton Island is set to reopen.

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31st July 2020 9:07 AM

IRC racing at Hamilton Island Race Week © Photo: Salty Dingo 2019

PHOTOS: Traffic backs up as border prepares to close

DRIVERS can expect heavy delays if they’re planning on crossing the Queensland border.

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07th Aug. 2020 4:08 PM

Traffic is banking up ahead of the Queensland border closures.

Heavy traffic expected as border closes

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07th Aug. 2020 4:08 PM

Exemptions for FIFO miners to cross borders sparks fears

Mayor: ‘I am on record as saying we do not support exemptions being given to the mining sector for workers from COVID-19...

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10th Aug. 2020 5:08 AM

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