WATCH: Curious cow’s kiss spurned by cranky croc
A curious Daintree cow has made a lucky escape avoiding becoming lunch after sharing a gentle kiss with a large saltwater crocodile. Watch the viral video here>>
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Saltwater crocodile spotted near tourist island
While spending a relaxing day on the water celebrating a relative’s birthday, a Cairns businessman described the moment he saw a saltwater crocodile swimming off the coast of a popular tourist haven. SEE THE VIDEO.
Teens were on bail during alleged armed robbery of servo employee
A hunt for a group of people who allegedly robbed a Cairns store armed with tools has concluded with police charging five teenagers, three of whom were already on bail for similar allegations and allegedly posted their exploits on Instagram.
Best photos of the year: the standout pictures from 2024
Cairns Post photographer Brendan Radke has photographed the major events and the daily life of Cairns throughout 2024. Here, he selects his standout photos from the year that was. SEE THE GALLERY
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Angry protesters march on government offices in response to young mum’s death
An emotionally-charged demonstration that laid siege to a Cairns office building has called for an open inquiry into a government department implicated in the death of a well-known mum, who took her own life.
‘Bang for your buck’: Cairns’ biggest preloved project returns
From trendy tops and Y2K dresses to funky jewellery and accessories, there will be something for everyone at Your Wardrobe Cairns. How to get involved.
Mapped: Qld’s election battlegrounds, where leaders need your vote
The Premier, Opposition Leader and their frontbench colleagues have crisscrossed Queensland since July 18 – 100 days from the state election. SEE THE MAP
Support of Indigenous rangers shapes up as Qld election issue
Not-for-profit Country Needs People has launched a petition ahead of the state election calling for support to ensure Far North Indigenous rangers are supported into the future.
‘Run for your lives’: Hero cop honoured with memorial 60 years on
Caught in the middle of a domestic violence dispute at a farm on Brays Rd, Little Mulgrave, Senior Constable Desmond Trannore’s final act was to shout “run for your lives” as he collapsed next to his police car and the crack of a gunshot whipped through the valley.
‘Getting better’: Police honour those who lost their lives in duty
Over the past 160 years, the Queensland Police Service has lost 150 sworn in members, a stark reminder of the dangers officers face while serving the Far North and the state.
Mayor’s bid for power to hold public servants accountable
A Queensland mayor “not afraid” to show a bit of stick to the public servants in her administration is preparing a motion to give elected leaders their “powers back” to reel in bureaucracy.
Manufacturing potential as $45m pledged for Cairns aviation hangar
Cairns Airport could become the home of aviation maintenance and parts manufacturing, with a significant new investment announced as a Labor election commitment.
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