Today in Cairns: Teen questioned over alledgley stolen vehicle
Multiple police cars have been patrolling the area around a Cairns childcare centre this afternoon. Plus we have all your latest headlines, weather, traffic and events.
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G’day Far Northerners, here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening across the region today, Tuesday, August 17.
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LATEST NEWS
Stolen car investigation
Police have been called to reports of young people misbehaving near a Cairns childcare centre.
At 10.30am officers were called to Gardiner Cl in Brinsmead in the vicinity of the Goodstart Early Learning Centre after suspicious behaviour was reported by the public, a police spokeswoman said.
“There was some youths misbehaving and then they jumped into an (allegedly) stolen vehicle and were reported as driving dangerously,” she said.
One person has been taken to the Cairns watch house for questioning.
Police vehicles remain in the area conducting patrols.
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Burglary arrests
Police have arrested and charged two boys, aged 14 and 15, following several alleged burglaries in the Cardwell area last week.
Police will allege the boys stole items from houses on Jamieson St, Bowen St and Coral Sea Dr between Thursday night and Friday morning.
It will be further alleged the boys stole bicycles, fishing equipment, money, audio equipment, alcohol, tobacco and a computer monitor.
Police found some of the stolen items and are currently in the process of returning these to the relevant owners.
The pair were arrested at a Victoria St home at 12.20pm on Friday.
The 14-year-old Edmonton boy was charged with six counts of entering a premise and committing an indictable offence and two counts of burglary.
The 15-year-old Goondi Hill boy was charged with six counts of entering a premise and committing an indictable offence, two counts of burglary and one count each of stealing and possessing a knife in a public place.
Both are scheduled to appear at the Tully Children’s Court.
A 16-year-old Cardwell boy was also charged for his involvement in the alleged offending.
He has been dealt with under provisions of the Youth Justice Act.
Crash victim serious in hospital
A woman involved in a motorbike crash at Gordonvale on Thursday remains in a serious but stable condition at the Cairns Hospital.
The 47-year-old woman suffered head and abdominal injuries and was flown to hospital via rescue helicopter after crashing at Warner Rd near the Mackey Creek Bridge.
The crash closed Warner Rd at the intersection of both the Bruce Highway and Crossland Rd.
WEATHER
The dreary drizzly weather which has dominated much of the past week looks set to finally begin clearing with a medium (50 per cent) chance of showers near the coast.
From a minimum of 19 degrees, expect the mercury to hit a maximum of 27.
Less than 1mm of rain is being forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology, with winds southerly to south-easterly, at 20-30km/h.
Around the region
Cairns: Possible shower 19-27C
Atherton: Partly cloudy, 14-23C
Cardwell: Shower or two, 17-26C
Cooktown: Partly cloudy, 20-28C
Innisfail: Showers, 18-25C
Mareeba: Partly cloudy, 16-26C
TRAFFIC
Archer River/ Mission River
Sealing of 10.1km of the Peninsula Developmental Road including drainage provisions at Archer River and Mission River is expected to continue to December 24 2021 with works ongoing Monday to Sunday 6am to 6pm and delays are expected.
Barron/Smithfield/Yorkeys Knob
Construction of the Smithfield Bypass project, which is to be completed in December 2021, could result in some delays during active construction hours. The project will construct a new 3.8km bypass between the McGregor Road roundabout and the Cairns Western Arterial Road and Captain Cook Highway roundabout as an alternative route to the Captain Cook Highway.
Bungalow
A speed reduction is in force on Mulgrave Road at Bungalow due to culvert damage near Brown Street.
Access across culvert in both directions along Mulgrave Road and Brown Street intersection is restricted to vehicles that comply with the general mass and concessional mass limits.
Cape Tribulation / Kimberley
Roadworks have been reported on Cape Tribulation Bloomfield Road at Cape Tribulation / Kimberley
No delays expected, however drivers are urged to proceed with caution.
Edmonton/Gordonvale
There are reports of potholes on the Bruce Highway in both directions between Edmonton and Gordonvale. Proceed with caution.
Edmonton/Gordonvale
Roadworks are being carried out on the Bruce Highway — Cairns Southern Access Corridor — Stage 3: Edmonton to Gordonvale. Delays expected (during active hours of work), with all lanes in both directions affected. The work is expected to run until June 30, 2023.
Edmonton / Gordonvale / Wrights Creek
Road works on Yarrabah Rd and the Bruce Highway due to the Cairns Southern Access Corridor — Stage 3: Edmonton to Gordonvale are expected to cause motorist delays.
All lanes in both directions are affected and changed traffic conditions are in place.
Gordonvale
Temporary closure of Maher Road intersection with the Bruce Highway in both directions. From 7pm Monday to Sunday 7pm until December 31. Forms part of the works for the Bruce Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor.
Gordonvale
Culvert replacement works on the Gillies Range Road will be taking place until at least September 30. Lanes will be reduced as a result and motorists are advised to proceed with caution.
Innot Hot Springs
Bridge or culvert damage has been reported on Mandalee Road at Innot Hot Springs.
The road closed to all traffic and motorists have been advised to use an alternative route.
Japoonvale
A 25 tonne load limit has been imposed on the Little Liverpool Creek Bridge between Torrisi Rd and Walter Lever Estate Rd. No delays are expected.
Kewarra Beach / Palm Cove
Nightworks between the Kewarra Beach Roundabout and Palm Cove on the Captain Cook Hwy are Sunday to Friday from 7pm to 4am and expected to last until August 18. Delays are to be expected with lanes reduced.
Kuranda
Barron River Bridge on the Kennedy Highway reduced to one lane. Restricted to vehicles that comply with general mass limits. Partial lane closures. Both directions affected and delays expected. Allow extra travel time.
Lake Barrine
Road widening works on the Gillies Range Rd at Lake Barrine are expected to continue to September 2021 and delays are to be expected.
Lake Eacham
Wrights Creek Road is closed to all traffic. Motorists are advised to use an alternative route.
The next road inspection will take place on November 11, 2021.
Mareeba
Roadworks incorporating the upgrade of the pedestrian crossing to a signalised pedestrian crossing at Byrnes St, Mareeba are scheduled Sunday to Friday from 6pm to 6am and expected to last until September 26.
Mareeba / Walkamin
Road widening works on the Kennedy Highway near Walkamin will take place between May 20 2021 and December 24 2021.
All lanes in both directions are affected and motorists are advised delays expected during active hours. Allow extra travel time.’
Mount Surprise
Damage has been reported on the Elizabeth Creek Bridge on the Gulf Developmental Rd at Mount Surprise. Delays are expected and motorists are advised to proceed with caution.
Stewart Creek Valley
Road hazard being soft shoulders on Douglas Creek Road at
Stewart Creek Valley has forced a 5 tonne GVM limit.
Heavy vehicles have been advised to use an alternative route.
Port Douglas
Upgrade works on the eastern side of the Macrossan and Owen St intersection are scheduled between Monday to Friday 6.30am to 5pm and expected to continue until September 3. Delays are expected.
Portsmith/Woree
Long term roadworks are taking place on Aumuller St, Draper St and Ray Jones Dr at Portsmith and Woree.
This is due to Cairns Southern Access Stage 4 and works will be carried out until December 24, 2021. A new bypass of the Captain Cook Hwy will be constructed between McGregor Rd and Cairns Western Arterial Rd roundabouts providing motorists an alternative route to the Cook Hwy. Delays are expected during active hours in both directions.
WHAT’S ON
Outdoor facilities, events and programs have resumed following the end of the three-day lockdown in Cairns.
The following services are once again available:
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
Picnic benches outside of Muddies
Public barbecues
Fitness equipment
Playgrounds including Muddy’s Playground and the Fun Ship Playground
Basketball and tennis courts
Bump tracks and BMX tracks (within parks)
The Esplanade Activity Precinct (skate plaza, bouldering park, beach volleyball courts, multipurpose court)
The Lagoon and Council-run swimming pools
Flecker Gardens
Arts and cultural venues including Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Tanks Arts Centre, the Court House gallery
Buy Back Shop
Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre
Barlow Park
Tobruk, Smithfield and Gordonvale pools
Marlin Coast Recreation Centre
Green Space Our Place
Space+Place: Edor
Time: 5-6pm
Where: Shang Park, Long St, Mooroobool
Cost: Free
Play the fast-moving traditional Indigenous game of Edor to develop speed and agility.
For more information call 4040 4935 or email cairns.saferstreets@police.qld.gov.au
Active Living Seniors Fitness
Time: 9-10am
Where: Northern Beachfront, Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach
Cost: Free
A beginner level seniors’ interval training class. Designed to have fun and socialise, whilst increasing fitness, co-ordination and balance. Phone: 07 4044 3715
Beach Volleyball
Time: 5.30-6.30pm
Where: Esplanade Beach Volleyball court (Esplanade, near the Kerwin St intersection)
Cost: Free
Want to learn to play beach volleyball, increase your skills, or just want to have a fun hour of sport? Elite coaches Joel and Luke lead this weekly clinic.
The session combines skill training and play with groupings for all skill levels. Come on down and bash a ball!
Free classes are held each Tuesday from 5.30pm at the Esplanade beach volleyball courts.
Please note classes may be cancelled at short notice due to poor weather or instructor availability. For the latest information on Active Living classes on the Esplanade, visit the Esplanade Facebook page.
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