‘Build back better’: PM’s promise for buckled bridge
Standing on the Bruce Highway that was ripped apart by raging floodwaters, the Prime Minister has vowed to “build back better” and floodproof North Queensland’s crucial link.
Townsville
Lifeline bridge into Ingham opens, first crossings complete
Police have warned the temporary bridge is not open to the public as emergency services conduct their first trips over to deliver essential supplies through to residents stranded by flood waters.
QLD announces low-interest loans for flood hit farms, businesses
Low interest government loans have been launched to help flood-hit farmers and businesses rebuild, as estimates of sugarcane loss in the Herbert skyrocket. See who’s eligible.
‘I was flooded three times but still can’t get a hardship grant’
A Townsville store owner, facing thousands of dollars in damages after being flooded three times, is urging the government to expand disaster aid citywide to help those left without support.
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‘Bright, active’: Family remember allegedly murdered 9yo
The family of Thai-li Ned have spoken publicly for the first time since the young boy’s death.
Social media argument escalates to alleged stabbing
A woman has been charged after an alleged stabbing at a Townsville shopping centre bus stop. DETAILS.
Two more fashion brands to close, impacting NQ stores
Hot on the heels of Katies and Rivers stores being closed, two more fashion brands will be wound up. Find out which local stores will disappear.
Bogie triple killer accused case reaches supreme court
The case against an alleged triple killer accused of gunning down three family members will take its next step, the same day he learns the result of a part heard bail application.
Pair charged after alleged Husky theft
Two people have been charged after allegedly stealing a dog from New South Wales and bringing it to Townsville.
‘From alerts to evacuations’: How Townsville coordinates a disaster
As the cyclone season rumbles closer, we take a look at the two ex-military men who help lead Townsville during a disaster, and how you can get emergency news straight from them.
‘Significant interest’: Korean store imports groceries, cosmetics
Dual businesses catering to Townsville’s surging interest in Korean culture are kicking off their grand opening celebrations this weekend. Read about their unique offering.
Stolen car found set alight, another still missing after ramming police vehicle
The owner of a stolen car set on fire in Gulliver has said his “whole livelihood is gone”, while his other stolen car was used to ram a police car. Details.
Confirmed: First Rugby World Cup host city locked in
Queensland Country Bank Stadium will play a part in one of the world’s grandest sporting spectacles, with a slice of 1.33 billion eyeballs to lock in on Townsville. Here’s what we know.
Cheers! Tapping into Instagram appeal a win for Ardo
As the staff at Ardo prepare to celebrate the luxury hotel’s first anniversary, the general manager has shared how Instagram has played a part in making the Ardo and The Ville must-stay destinations
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