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.
Townsville
‘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.
Push for entire Townsville region to receive disaster cash
With more monsoonal rain on the way, Herbert MP Phillip Thompson has asked for the entire Townsville region to be eligible for disaster assistance as flash flooding continues to wreak havoc on homes.
Tensions reach boiling point at prison after 9yo’s death
Staff have been warned over increased tensions with prisoners at Townsville Correctional Centre following the alleged murder of a 9yo boy. Here’s why.
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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
Family ‘began to scream’ in nightmare caravan theft
The man who stole a caravan from a Qld campsite while a family slept inside has been sentenced, with it being revealed he posted a video of himself with a stolen gun on social media a week prior.
‘It’s crap’: Bruce Highway backlash as truck rolls in floods
A section of the Bruce Highway has closed after heavy rainfall over parts of NQ. LATEST>
‘Immense frustration’: Katter’s call after fire guts disused buildings
A NQ MP is frustrated after disused buildings were badly damaged by fire after calls for them to be turned into accommodation fell on deaf ears. Here’s what he wants to happen.
Bruce Highway shut near Ingham
The Bruce Highway has been cut due to an overnight deluge with more rain expected.
‘Convenient’: New barbershop opens at busy Townsville plaza
A business woman has opened a conveniently located barbershop at a Townsville plaza after discovering she had a knack for cutting her family’s hair. Find out where.
‘Came back stronger’: Heavy Aussie bands ready to rock NQ
Armed with a new album and hungry to hit the road, Aussie heavy band In Hearts Wake is ready to deliver Townsville an unforgettable night of music. Find out more details.
Much-loved doctor announces retirement after 40-year career
A doctor who helped transform Townsville Hospital and Health service into one of the country’s best training facilities for junior doctors has announced the end of his successful career.
Tragic loss: Mum with ‘wicked sense of humour’ mourned
A former Townsville Bulletin columnist who built a devoted fanbase with her funny tales about motherhood and the challenges of domestic life, is being mourned. Read the tributes from her family.
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