Woman allegedly drunk at wheel in court over fatal crash
A woman accused of dangerously driving her car while drunk causing the death of a Whitsundays man has faced court. DETAILS
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3000 patients facing ‘extreme pressure’ as last bulk billed doctor shuts
After not even a free car and unit could attract a doctor to the tropics forcing the closure of the last bulk-billed medical practice in the Whitsundays, government leaders have been asked – what’s next?
‘Family is everything’: Woman, 100, shares secret to happiness
A born and bred Mackay lady, who used to run the town’s largest wedding venue and has always been “out and about” in the community turns 100. Read what kept her happy all these years.
New mental health facility opening, but does it just scratch the surface?
As a brand-new hospital mental health facility nears completion in the Whitsundays, there are calls for money to be invested elsewhere to help reduce waitlists, and get patients in care before their needs are extreme.
School locked down, police called after parent student argument
Police were called to a North Queensland state high school, and students placed on lockdown after an argument escalated. DETAILS.
Uber seeking drivers for Whitsundays launch
Options for transport in the Whitsundays are about to change as Uber announced they would start operating in the region.
‘Massive fireball just came rushing’: Boat operator tells of explosion nightmare
The owner of a popular Qld fishing charters operation has revealed the moments leading up to being ‘smashed in the arms and face’ by a fireball which erupted on his boat. Warning: graphic images
‘Burnt out’: Medical practice shutting down in rural Qld town
The medical practice of a small Central Queensland town has announced it will soon close down, leaving the community with only one doctor to cover both the hospital and the medical practice.
Clermont Show preview: Why it’s worth the drive
The Clermont Show is coming back for its annual three-day packed country show to entertain young and old alike and test wannabe farmers by having them eat dry Weetbix. Read why it’s worth the drive.
Young mum allegedly assaulted mother-in-law while holding child
A Queensland woman is accused of trying to punch her mother-in-law while holding her child in her other hand, and threatening to stab her partner. See why prosecutors want her in custody.
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