‘I was swimming’: Couple and newborn’s incredible rescue
With their possessions floating away, no power and food for their newborn baby, one North Queensland couple has told how they were rescued by a ‘floody legend’ in his tinny.
Townsville
Road closures, power outages: FULL LIST
The Bruce Hwy between Townsville and Ayr has reopened but authorities warn motorists to limit their travel, with many suburbs entering their third day without power. Full list of road closures + power outages here.
‘Hardwired to help’: Soldiers provide flood support
The 3rd Brigade remains poised to provide support to flood victims following a weekend of extensive door knocking with QPS. Read why the Brigadier labelled the community response “inspiring”.
Dramatic flood videos, photos out of North Queensland
Torrential rain has turned roads into rivers and homes uninhabitable in the state’s north. SEE THE BEST PHOTOS, VIDEOS
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Police are investigating the death of Isaac Oar
Police are investigating the death of a man with down syndrome after he was found unresponsive in his Ayr home.
Inside the home where Isaac Oar was found
Police are investigating the death of Isaac Oar, who was found dead weighing just 29kg in his Ayr home.
Revealed: Massive demolition begins for 16 building at JCU
It’s the end of an era for 16 buildings in James Cook University’s western campus, which are set to be demolished. Find out why, and what will happen next.
No reprieve: NQ to swelter into next week
North Queenslanders will need to find ways to stay cool with severe heatwave conditions expected stay in place right through the weekend. See how hot it will get.
One arrested after alleged early morning break and enter
Police are searching for two remaining offenders after a surf and skate store was allegedly broken into. Read the latest.
‘You were an achiever my friend’: Engineer, historian behind NQ icon dies
One of the legends behind Townsville’s Castle Hill Saint has been remembered for his rich life as an engineer, Mackay historian and author.
CCTV footage of alleged break-in at Velocity 21
Police have arrested a juvenile after two alleged break and enters at a skate and surf shop. CCTV footage shows multiple young people in the…
‘Perfect opportunity’: Plans revealed for new brewery project
The family behind Townsville Brewing Co are hitting copy-paste with an exciting new project featuring a distillery, brewery, sampling room, and drive-through bottlo. See where it will go.
‘I might not be here now’: Veteran’s journey to Invictus
A Townsville veteran who grappled with post-traumatic stress disorder and was medically discharged has carved out a new path after signing on to represent Australia in the Invictus games.
Court wrap: Inmate accused of attempted murder, alleged shooter in court
An inmate from Townsville Women’s Correctional accused of trying to kill other prisoners and a man alleged to have shot someone in a road rage incident were among those in court recently.
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