A north Queensland council and the company it contracted to run lifeguard services at a popular lagoon where a father and son drowned have cast blame on each other over the double tragedy.
Ukrainian acrobats and Colombian BMX riders are among the internationally-sourced talent set to wow Mackay over the next three weeks.
With everything from from pee wee barrel rides to junior bull riders to open bareback riders, the Sarina CRCA Rodeo drew a cheering crowd. Check out all the photos.
The horrific circumstances surrounding father of two Bradley Hardwick’s death have been detailed for the first time as his wife and workmates file damages lawsuits.
The development was given the green light from the council last week but there are several boxes to tick during construction.
He suffered serious burns on a boat so a crewman was lowered into the water to help rescue him.
A Vietnam veteran says it is important for the youth to continue fighting for their freedoms.
Police said the bottle was ‘thrown with force’ in the Airlie Beach Safe Night Precinct
Residents will pause on Wednesday to remember and reflect on those who fought for their country.
Seven CQ mayors were on the same Indian trade delegation that led to the Rockhampton mayor’s resignation
A report states as risks of climate change grow, so too could insurance costs for residents.
14 Mackay, Mirani, Whitsunday and Burdekin candidates will not get a refund following their failed bid to win a seat in parliament
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