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Luke Williams is a police and crime reporter for The Advertiser. He previously covered courts for the Cairns Post.

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Asheville, North Carolina, USA - April 2, 2016: Close up of a sign about bathroom use at a HB2 protest rally of the new NC law which denies rights to those who are gay or transgender on April 2, 2016 in downtown Asheville, NC

JCU psychiatrist slammed for ‘harmful’ trans views

A James Cook University psychiatrist has likened transgenderism to mental illness, drawing ire from prominent doctors and the LGBTIQ community.

Cairns

Caitlin was regarded as an intelligent and warm person who had struggled with mental health issues for a long time.

‘I could tell she was gone’: Young woman’s tragic story

The heartbroken mother of a young woman who screamed for help says she wants justice for her daughter.

Cairns

The first Australian death publicly linked to Mr Law has led to calls for him to 'face justice in Australia' Source: Peel Police.

Who is Kenneth Law?

The allegations are startling as the alleged numbers — 1200 parcels, 40 countries, 127 deaths, 14 counts of first degree murder — but who is Kenneth Law?

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Why experts say suicide rates are high in regional Qld

One person takes their life every six days in Far North Queensland which is shockingly 50 per cent higher than the national average.

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How we can win the fight against Indian myna birds in FNQ

Seeing a lot of Indian myna birds around at the expensive of native species, think there are too many to stop? Think again say locals who are dedicating their time to reduce the bird’s impact.

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News Corp Australia journalist Luke Williams used to be addicted to methamphetamine. Picture: Brendan Radke

‘When you smoke meth you feel like a winner. That’s the addiction’

Journalist Luke Williams tried meth while researching a book on the drug crisis in Australia. Here he shares how it sparked a wild addiction that led to a full psychosis.

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Vehicles used by alleged bitumen bandits who posed as tradespeople offering bitumen surfacing for a discounted price. Picture: Queensland Police

North Queensland ‘bitumen bandits’ launch appeal over scam

Two internationals who were convicted for travelled for scamming $158,000 in substandard bitumen works are appealing their conviction in an apparent bid to stop deportation.

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Horse handler and bushman Geoff Guest has been running a successful on country program for juvenile delinquents since 1979. In 44 years, over 4,000 troubled youths have lived on Geoff's remote property between Petford and Herberton, learning healthy lifestyle habits, horsecraft and bush skills. Picture: Brendan Radke

Petford’s Geoff Guest has ‘memory problems’ in alleged sexual abuse case

Renowned OAM recipient, now accused sex offender Geoffrey John Guest will undertake neurological tests because his lawyer says he is having problems with his memory.

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The community of Aurukun in North Queensland. Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland, Australia. It is the largest unspoiled wilderness in northern Australia and one of the last remaining wilderness areas on Earth. The land is mostly flat and about half of the area is used for grazing cattle. The relatively undisturbed eucalyptus wooded savannahs, tropical rainforests and other types of habitat are now recognized for their global environmental significance, but native wildlife is threatened by introduced species and weeds. Picture: Marc McCormack

Alleged liquor boat bust amid alcohol debate

Police have charged three people after they were allegedly located in possession of liquor in a restricted area.

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Sad girl generic IstockCairn District Court heard that 'punishment' started when the girl, who was denied lunch and dinner, got home from school. Picture: File photo

‘You lose him’: Man threatened to kill woman’s child

A Cairns man who threatened to kill a woman’s child when he got out of jail if she pursued charges against him has been sentenced in the Cairns District Court.

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