Cane train goes off the rails
A cane train has derailed on a Mackay road, with a crane called in to help clean up the mess — including full bins.
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‘There’s no evidence at all’: Man acquitted in cattle shooting
Police charged a Qld man with shooting his neighbour’s cattle over text messages and an open gun safe. He has since been found not guilty and QPS has been ordered to foot his legal bill.
Snorkeler flown to hospital from Great Barrier Reef
A man has been flown to hospital after a snorkelling incident on the Great Barrier Reef early today. LATEST.
Caravan rolls on Bruce Highway
Emergency services are rushing south of Mackay down the Bruce Highway after reports of a caravan rolling over.
Stepdad’s bizarre reason for giving ‘small reefer’ to teen
A Qld stepfather spent two months in custody after he supplied marijuana to his teenage stepdaughter, giving a bizarre reason to police.
Inside property group’s ‘opportunistic’ $100m eye on Mackay
A Brisbane-based property investor is aiming to invest as much as $100m in Mackay, and has already snapped up a few key locations.
Alleged stepdad rapist makes bold bid in court
A man charged with rape and indecent treatment of his stepdaughter has told a court the complainant’s credibility should be questioned.
$1.4m owed: Inside the collapse of swim training company
The first report to creditors of a swim training company unveils millions owed to the Australian Tax Office and employees listed as potential creditors.
‘Iconic’ seaside restaurant names its price
Ever wondered what a fully-fitted out restaurant would be sold for on the shores of a North Queensland town? These owners have named their price.
‘Benefit of doubt’ given to bail-breaching alleged child abuser
A 20-year-old alleged rapist and child abuser has been allowed bail once again after breaching his conditions multiple times and failing to show up to court.
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