Cloud cover and showers on the way for NQ
The Townsville region is on track for cloudy weather, followed by a burst of showers, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. See when to pack your umbrella.
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Mother threatens to slit baby’s throat in fit of jealousy
A 30-year-old woman stood gripping a steak knife as she told the mother of a baby she would kill them both. Read what drove her to commit the shocking acts.
Aussie metal maestros to hit Townsville before Wembley Stadium
From Kirwan’s Orchid Society hall to Wembley Stadium, Aussie extreme metallers Thy Art Is Murder are stopping into NQ before conquering the world. Find out the details.
‘Pivotal moment’: NQ business praises budget, flag deficiencies
Townsville’s business leaders say the latest state budget is on the right track for our region but there’s room for improvement. Read their feedback.
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Grand plans unveiled for proposed Townsville hydro project
A Townsville engineer and former Katter party candidate has outlined a plan for the proposed Hervey Range Pumped Hydro Project and is calling on the state and federal governments to back it.
‘Getting back to school’: Nine boys suit up for Project Booyah graduation
Youth crime intervention program ‘Project Booyah’ has graduated another class of Townsville boys – this time, with an amazing 90 per cent success rate. Hear from the boys themselves.
Crime scene established after unit fires
Townsville police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a significant fire in an apartment block overnight.
ADF soldier jailed for ‘terrifying’ child abuse
A Private who covered the mouth of a 14-year-old girl as he attempted to assault her has been described as a “hands on” and “respectful” soldier by a warrant officer during his sentence.
New $100m JCU facility wins international design gong
A new $100 million engineering facility at James Cook University in Townsville has won a prestigious international architecture and design award.
Qld cops land game-changing $150m pledge in state budget
Premier David Crisafulli has announced a major $150m investment for Qld police officers on the eve of the budget.
Down payments due on promises, CopperString this budget, TEL says
Townsville Enterprise will be combing the 2024/25 state budget for election promises to ensure the government is delivering for the region.
Mother on bail for cruelty to children charge
A woman who has been charged with cruelty to children will be released from custody and allowed to live with the alleged victim child.
‘Nasty’: Mystery nail discovered in packaged ALDI meal
Supermarket chain ALDI has confirmed that it is investigating after a rusty nail was allegedly discovered in a packaged meal sold in a Qld store.
‘Completely unacceptable’: Disabled Townsville woman calls out airlines discrimination
A Townsville woman living with quadriplegia is fighting for equal and fair air travel, after several airlines have denied her request to travel with her electric wheelchair.
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