Police investigate death of man killed after being crushed by car
Police launch investigation into death of man after a 46-year-old man was crushed while working underneath a car. What we know so far.
Cairns
‘Please don’t kill me’: Husband murders nurse, wife after she refused to take day off
A “much-loved” Far North Queensland nurse was stabbed to death and left to die on the bathroom floor after she refused to take a day off and spend it with her husband of 32 years, a court has heard.
How Cairns could take part in 2032 Olympics
Cairns is shaping as the possible host city of signature events for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, triggering new infrastructure and upgraded venues in a major win for the city. VOTE IN OUR POLL.
Rajwinder Singh’s wife breaks down in witness box
Rajwinder Singh abandoned his three young children and wife without explanation in a country where she didn’t speak English and didn’t understand how to access their bank account, a court has heard.
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‘Hectic wildfire season’: Deliberately lit bushfires
A Far North Queensland-based firefighter has warned many homes are not prepared for fire-season as crews contain fires claimed to be deliberately lit.
Michael Healy announces the $25m Sporting Centre of Excellence
Minister for Tourism and Sport Michael Healy has announced that a reelected Labor government will build a $25 million Far North Queensland high…
Sporting Centre of Excellence announcement
Minister for Tourism and Sport Michael Healy has announced that a reelected Labor government will build a $25 million Far North Queensland high…
Police seize rifles and handguns in firearm blitz
A police crackdown on illegal firearms including raids on properties throughout Far North Queensland has resulted in the seizure of 18 unlicensed or unregistered weapons. Watch the video.
Masked gang’s violent home invasion in southern Cairns
Police are seeking witnesses after a masked gang broke into a home in Bentley Park, targeting residents and damaging property. Find out more here.
Explained: Election commitment for school supply charity
The LNP has doubled Labor’s commitment to Far North’s busiest charity school supply service, ensuring no matter who forms the next state government, the essential program will receive funding.
Wheelie bin biker spotted on Bruce Highway
Wheelie bin biker spotted on Bruce Highway south of Cairns.
How new flood technology will help Far North Qld
The federal government will fund upgrades and ongoing maintenance of flood monitoring equipment in priority disaster prone catchments throughout Queensland — starting in Cairns.
‘Help boys’: Teen describes moment he flagged down car after 17yo fatally stabbed
A teenager has recounted in court the panicked moments between finding his bloodied friend on the ground and bundling him into a passing car to be taken to hospital, as another teen stands trial for his murder.
Qld icon in crisis as Royal Flying Doctor planes grounded
Vital emergency care has been limited to daylight hours as the Royal Flying Doctor Service reports a critical shortage of pilots.
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