Watch: Qantas plane’s wild aborted landing during deluge
A Qantas plane has aborted its landing on Hamilton Island as the tropical Queensland paradise was hit with more than 300mm of rain in 24 hours. SEE THE VIDEO
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Roadways underwater as storm batters Whitsundays
A severe thunderstorm warning has expanded from Airlie Beach to Bowen as the Whitsundays as the region is drenched. LATEST
Meet the Whitsunday super citizens of 2025
From dedicated students using their spare time to give back to the community to 70-year-old triathletes, get to know the winners of the 2025 Australia Day Awards.
‘I know what you’re wearing’: Mum’s sexually-laced stalking binge
A Qld woman who “persistently” harassed her ex, telling him she was in his bed waiting for him has landed in court on a stalking charge.
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‘Heavily traumatised’ pooch rescued from death row goes viral
A heartbreaking image of Remy, a frightened, mange-infested pup whose time at a council-run pound was running out, has sparked an outpouring across Australia after he was taken in by a group of Qld animal warriors.
FULL LIST: What’s on Australia Day 2025 in Mackay, Whitsundays
From market stalls to seafood feasts, there is a lot on offer for the 2025 Australia Day throughout Mackay and the Whitsundays. SEE THE LIST.
‘Millennium Falcon’: Hilarious reaction to creepy Qld spider pic
A non-AI generated image of what appears to be a freakishly large, spaceship-shaped spider on a Qld property has created quite a stir amid arachnid enthusiasts.
Girl rushed to hospital following stinging at Cape Hillsborough
The stinger season has claimed its latest victim after a school aged girl was rushed to hospital earlier this afternoon following reports of a jellyfish sting at Cape Hillsborough.
Whitsundays score almost $30m for new community hub, sports precinct
The Whitsunday Regional Council have received a federal government grant which will assist with two big future projects. See them here.
Lost at sea: Qld dad and miner mourned after spearfishing tragedy
A man missing for more than a month after he disappeared while spearfishing has been revealed as a Queensland father who has been described as a ‘absolute gentleman of the mining industry.
Qld’s newest sports club ‘fully embracing’ Australia Day
An Airlie Beach community club is ‘fully embracing’ Australia Day for its grand opening, promising thong throwing, cricket and a boat giveaway. Take a sneak peek.
200+ faces: New Year’s Eve 2024 at Airlie Beach
Thousands of revellers headed to Airlie Beach to catch the New Year’s Eve fireworks and celebrate the start of 2025. SEE THE GALLERY
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