There was no shortage of entertainment at Bull Throttle’s first show in Cairns as a crowd of stacked leather boots and felt hats cheered on the action in showgrounds’ main arena. See the gallery here
Firefighters have thrown everything at a blaze that earlier today posed a serious threat to homes on the northern outskirts of Mareeba.
Cairns mayor Amy Eden will take a “hands off” approach to the permanent appointment of the council’s next CEO – after recommending her former campaign advisor to the top job in May.
Ceremonial smoke filled the air in celebration of a respected Indigenous activist, cultural leader and storyteller who leaves a lasting legacy of dedication, resilience and visionary leadership.
Respected indigenous leader Henrietta Marrie delivers the eulogy of her brother Gudju Gudju Fourmile, at the aboriginal elder’s funeral service,…
A man has been hospitalised after collapsing at a Manunda service station on Tuesday morning.
Far North Queensland’s most dedicated teacher aides have been nominated by grateful teachers and parents across the region. See the 80+ shortlist and vote for your favourite.
Respected indigenous leader Henrietta Marrie delivers the eulogy of her brother Gudju Gudju Fourmile, at the aboriginal elder’s funeral service,…
Aussies are known for being laidback but this latest trend shows we have gone too far.
Our state politics team have given their verdict on the Miles government’s performance, with one minister receiving an E+ for their efforts. VOTE NOW
Fresh off a European and North American tour, Australian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Xavier Rudd will kick off his Freedom Sessions tour in Cairns. How to watch.
Queensland Health may be responsible for looking after the public but it has done a poor job looking after itself, if these cases are anything to go by.
Far North MP Craig Crawford has questioned the legality of a rival’s election signage and a mystery bus that’s drawn speculation around its possible owner.
Cairns civilians hunting down their mate’s second stolen car in six weeks has brought into focus police calls for an urgent review of a pursuit policy.
The LNP will launch a new service that aims to stop Queensland’s most vulnerable businesses from going bust at an alarming rate, if elected, the Opposition Small and Family Business Minister says.
Emergency services have been called to a nine vehicle pileup on the Bruce Highway on the south side of Cairns.
Yet another rock throwing incident which this time left a French tourist in hospital on Sunday has led to the arrest of four kids aged between 11 and 15.
A Cairns legal team investigating claims of historic abuse at a private boys’ school is seeking to contact witnesses in relation to incidents that allegedly occurred at the college across two separate decades.
With more than 180,407 presentations to emergency departments and a record 8423 emergency surgeries, demand for healthcare across the Far North is growing.
Motherhood statements and talk of “potential” alone will create no post-Olympics legacy for the Far North, as a veteran tour operator calls for the establishment of a formal plan.
It’s taken 21 years but South Cairns Cutters finally broke their AFL Cairns premiership drought – 36 photos from the grand final at Cazalys Stadium.
The success of the Barron River Food Festival could be replicated month-in, month-out, as the organiser works with council to organise a regular Eat Street-style event in Cairns. SEE THE PHOTOS HERE:
Delicious tropical cocktails made with artisinal gin were on order, along with street food, smooth tunes and relaxed vibes when Distil on the Hill held its grand opening on Saturday.
Flavours from across the world came together on Saturday evening when the inaugural Barron River Food Festival was held at the Stratford Dolphins football grounds. SEE WHO WAS THERE
The declaration of permanently instating 50c fares comes just weeks after provider Translink stated there were no plans to expand in the Far North due to economics.
From stunning race wear to lively celebrations and exciting on-track action the Cairns Amateurs Carnival has been heralded a success by all involved.
Almost 34 stores across the Cape York, Torres Strait, and Gulf region are now offering a discount on essential items. Find out more here.
A Cassowary Coast family man of “good character” linked to a bust of over 90kg of cannabis, “fell” into trafficking after he began using the drug medicinally for a back injury, a court has heard.
Coined the Ultimate Tropical Carnival, the Cairns Amateurs 2024 kicked off two big race days of fashion and horse racing at Cannon Park this weekend.
Psychologists in Cairns are calling for the federal government to reinstate medicare’s 20-session subsidised therapy cap, as Far North Queensland suicide rates remain 50 per cent above the national average. Find out more here.
Dressed to impress more than 300 partygoers got the Cairns Amateurs Carnival underway in spectacular fashion on Friday night. All the photos from the event.
The 66th edition of the Cairns Amateurs Carnival is off and racing, with thousands flocking to Cannon Park for two jam-packed days of fun, fashion and on-track action.
A re-elected Labor government will build a $78.3m satellite hospital in Cairns at a site yet to be determined in a bid to ease pressure on the city’s existing health services.
A retiree with a love for animals was making calls to help a lost pup when he had his personal information hacked. Not upset, he just wants those responsible to take him fishing in return.
Union delegates have been accused of forcing workers on government building sites to work at a snail’s pace as the construction industry calls for the removal of the controversial BPIC policy.
Australian and New Zealand defence force troops have “seized” a critically important Far North air base and “evacuated” civilians as part of a major training exercise in The Cape.
More than 60 Cairns businesses and entrepreneurs across 10 categories have been named finalists at the Cairns Business Excellence Award. See who’s in the running.
Queensland’s Premier has dodged a question around the safety of frontline workers and patients inside Cairns’ troubled mental health unit — despite the Deputy Opposition Leader calling for more security to stop workplace violence.
A second child has been infected with meningococcal in Far North Queensland, bringing the number of cases in the Cairns area to four.
A 53-year-old man has been sentenced after menacing a young female convenience store attendant with a knife, and sexually assaulting her during an armed robbery.
A SUV has been left on its roof after a crash involving three cars in the middle of the Cairns CBD with police, fireys and paramedics rushing to the scene.
Construction delays at the Cairns Mental Health Unit have now extended to 31 months, with the state government blaming a “complex mix of factors”. Find out more here.
A retiring Far North MP has reflected on some of the region’s major milestones while warning contemporaries not to be seduced by the “brutality of politics” in a stirring final address to parliament.
Independent Schools Australia has warned students enrolled at indigenous boarding schools could be locked out of the classroom if the government doesn’t stump up funding omitted in the last budget.
Decades of work to drive down tobacco use in Australia is at risk of going up in smoke.
The debate over the housing market is nothing new but there is one big myth that needs to be debunked.
More than a dozen police beats at some of Qld’s biggest shopping centres have been closed as calls grow for change.
A shed has been destroyed and two residences have been damaged in a structure fire at Woree on Thursday afternoon.
A Far North farm which was reportedly part of a failed $500m buying spree has been listed for sale while its neighbours make tough decisions on their futures amid rising input costs.
A serious structure fire took hold of a shed on a property at Alberta Drive, Woree. Queensland Fire Department firefighters controlled the blaze,…
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