Ali Kuchel's Activity

May 2020

Published a story

Coronavirus has had an affect not just on our health, but a long-standing tradition - the humble handshake - which for decades, was used to seal a deal.

READER POLL: Should we wave goodbye to the handshake?

22nd May 2020 4:00 PM

Published a story

A major vegetable producer will use x-ray technology to boost its production, detecting insect damage before its too late.

X-ray tech aids insect detection damage in vegetable crops

23rd May 2020 6:00 AM

Published a story

A driver has done an 'exceptional job' avoiding a highway pedestrian

Driver's quick thinking saved Hwy walker from death: Cops

17th May 2020 7:49 AM

Published a story

This young hairdresser calls herself an “all-rounder” but loves foiling blonde hair and styling for weddings.

WINNER: Hairdresser’s passion cut from personal experience

15th May 2020 4:00 PM

Published a story

We asked who is the best hairdresser, here’s who you voted for

REVEALED: The best hairdresser in our region

13th May 2020 4:00 PM

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The region’s best individual mechanic, as voted by you, is looking to expand his business.

Mechanic to expand home-based workshop to Plainland Crossing

9th May 2020 12:30 PM

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Each mechanic has their own niche, adding that special something to the Lockyer Valley’s best mechanic business.

WINNER: They don’t just fix cars, they live and breathe them

8th May 2020 4:00 PM

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Gatton Hospital doesn’t have many births, but this year, a special delivery was made in time for Mother’s Day.

Baby born at Gatton Hospital in time for Mother’s Day

8th May 2020 1:00 PM

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A number of roads in the Lockyer Valley have had their speed limits cut by both local council and the transport department.

Speed limits slashed for multiple Lockyer Valley roads

8th May 2020 10:00 AM

Voted in a poll

Who is the best mechanical (person) in the Lockyer/Somerset?

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Ali Kuchel is the editor at the Gatton Star, having worked through the ranks as a journalist. Ali’s career has taken her from South Australia to Charleville’s Western Times in outback Queensland, to Gatton, back to South Australia for the Stock Journal and finally returning to Gatton. Her interests include agricultural, rural and equine journalism along with photography.