A regional Queensland airport has experienced ‘unbelievable’ growth despite Covid — clocking more than 123,000 passengers and a big revenue jump. Attracting more films and stars like George Clooney and Julia Roberts are among the plans.
The widely-respected charity has touched the lives of thousands with its near daily rescue missions across Central and North Queensland. Now, the service’s CEO is looking to new and better helicopters to propel it into the future.
Delays in the release of the report into Mackay Base Hospital’s obstetrics and gynaecology department is unacceptable. The women who came forward have been very courageous. We need their experience not to be in vain, writes Rae Wilson.
A tractor crash, which claimed the life of a Queensland cane farming stalwart and seriously injured his son, is being investigated by Workplace Health and Safety.
A verdict has been made after a community group offered to foot the bill for the new memorial
TWO banned Northern Rivers swimming holes are still frequently visited by locals and tourists despite local councils warning of safety and health risks.
They’re calling for volunteers to help restart the initiative for junior competitors.
She’s coached softball, been involved in the swimming club, supported playgroup and more. Now she has been recognised:
A Whitsunday councillor spoke out about the ‘huge problem’ in the region during this week’s meeting
She’s helped 100+ child witnesses, is on the Murroona Gardens board and more. Meet Bowen’s Senior Citizen of the Year:
Bowen’s Gary Martin has been honoured with a Citizen of the Year Award for his staunch commitment to the community.
They’ve spent almost 30 years helping the Whitsundays in times of strife and now they’ve been named joint Citizens of the Year.
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