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Jurassic-inspired mini golf, arcade: Plan for dino-mite tourist spot
A Melbourne-based developer has revealed plans to create a Jurassic Park themed tourist attraction in the heart of the Whitsundays but some locals say it would ruin the relaxed vibe. SEE THE PLANS.
‘It is time we saw a return’: Mayor calls for fair funding
A Queensland coal community is calling on the federal government to pay a return on their contribution by upgrading the highway to hell in and out of the region.
Car crash sends two to hospital
Two people were rushed to Proserpine Hospital last night after two cars crashed in a Whitsunday suburb.
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Government refuses to guarantee $1.4bn Mackay road project
After the Qld government revealed the cost of a major road project had ballooned out by $1bn, it wouldn’t commit to building it.
Pool safety whistleblower has eyes on tender
A lifeguard trainer who raised safety concerns at a council-owned pool for kids is aiming to win the contract himself, as more complaints come to light.
‘Reality check’ for CBD renewal after owners walk waterfront
Business owners and local planners were given a reality check on how a somewhat-neglected riverfront is costing Mackay.
‘Baby has arrived’: Charity lands big win in $300k struggle
A local charity was at the mercy of a national provider when it raised $300,000 for emergency accomodation only to be told it might not ever be delivered.
NQ town scores affordable housing
A major housing boost is coming to a vital North Queensland town, as a 32-unit affordable apartment complex gets approved. See the designs.
Woman injured in two vehicle crash
A woman has been injured after a two-car crash at a Whitsundays intersection early this morning.
Ranked: 10 biggest cattle property sales of the year
From fledgling families to cattle kings expanding their kingdom, see the biggest cattle property sales of the last 12 months, meet the people who bought them and for how much.
‘SatCat’s positioned’: Telcos ready to mobilise
Additional telecommunication employees from other states are ready to deploy to Queensland in anticipation of Cyclone Alfred cutting phone and internet lines.
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