Drugs, fraud, theft: Woman sentenced over drug-induced crimes
A woman has avoided jail after facing court charged with various drug, stealing, and fraud offences over a 10 month period.
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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.
Drink or drug drivers face court in the Whitsundays
From 10 beers to prescription cannabis, these drivers should not have gotten behind the wheel.
Parolee dad’s bone-breaking assault on six-week-old baby
A mining town father was already on parole for choking and other chillingly violent acts when he seriously hurt his newborn son.
Fresh faced Labor candidate defers on key issues
Labor’s new Dawson candidate Neil Wallace admits he is not across some local issues following his first press conference where a senator had to step in to assist.
Heroin, cocaine, meth: Drug dealer’s stash uncovered in police raid
A heroin user has tried to lean on his addiction to score a reduced penalty after he was busted with a huge haul of drugs.
Rape, sexual assault: Married dad’s lie over ‘single lapse’ excuse
When he admitted sending an underage teenager a vile Snapchat he called it a one off mistake, but he had already raped a child and sexually assaulted a woman.
Farmers win almost $1m in land court fight
A major road project split their third-generation family farm in two — but the massive compensation payout fell far short of what they felt they were owed.
This is what it’s really like to be hit by a Qld cyclone
As Queensland braces for more wet and wild summer conditions, these survivors detail exactly what it’s like inside a deadly cyclone. SPECIAL REPORT
Labor names latest candidate for federal election
A former council hopeful has been announced as the Labor candidate up against incumbent MP Andrew Willcox in the upcoming federal election.
Man offered threesome in ‘amateur’ movie-style plot to steal gold bullion
A pair of ‘lame brain’ thieves tried to lure a Queensland man into a false sense of security by suggesting a threesome in a plot to steal thousands of dollars worth of gold bullion.
‘Like a nightmare’: Mother confronts monster who destroyed her child’s life
A brave Qld mother has delivered a powerful speech to the “sexual predator” who stole her 12-year-old daughter’s innocence online through his repeated deceit and depravity.
Named: Sick sexual predator with baby rape videos deemed ‘low risk’
A serial sexual predator who openly admits he is aroused by young children, tried to groom them online and watches the worst kind of child abuse content every day has been labelled a “low risk” offender. TRIGGER WARNING
Two teens suffer burn injuries at Bowen high school
Two girls have been taken to hospital following an incident at Bowen State High School.
Aus music icons come together for new show
Australian music giants of the 90s and 2000s grace the stage in regional Qld for upcoming festival, and this time they’re not sleeping on floors.
Truck carrying 4WD rolls in Whitsunday
Traffic is delayed after a truck trailer carrying a four-wheel-drive rolled over north of Proserpine.
Mining town rocked by man’s ‘sudden death’
The sudden death of a man in his 30s has sent a mine village in Queensland into shock.
Can I use Dettol? How do I get them out of my yard? Cane toads explained
Can I use chemicals to kill cane toads? And how do I keep them out of my yard? YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
‘Stunning coastal views’: New restaurant brings Italy to Qld
North Queensland’s newest seaside restaurant promises to make the most of fresh Bowen produce, with home-made pizzas on a stunning vista.
‘Kind, sweet soul’: Snake catcher, miner leaves lasting legacy
Mackay’s ‘go-to-guy’ for saving snakes remembered as “so endearing, but a pest at the same time” after losing his fight to cancer.
‘I’ve run over your missus’: Moment killer driver took second life
A drunk driver, who had already run over and killed a Victorian woman, tried to steal a Pajero from a Qld property, mowing down its owner and delivering her body to her devastated husband.
Missing Mackay man found
Missing Mackay man has been found following Queensland Police call out asking for urgent public assistance to help locate the man.
Surfers stoked as TC Alfred brings novelty waves
Mackay surf community swarm for rare waves and explains what makes the local scene so special.
Discrimination complaint made by council CEO before resignation
A discrimination complaint was made to the mayor before the council CEO resigned, but the mayor said there were no acrimonious circumstances behind his exit.
‘Going above and beyond’: Meet your newest police officer
The latest group of new police officers have celebrated their graduation and are now heading out to work across Queensland.
‘Holy f—ing s—’: Mackay man’s $15m surprise
A Mackay father was stunned to find out he was the winner of a jackpot just as he was starting his workday, and has big plans on how he’ll spend it.
Saucy snaps: Qld’s new generation of OnlyFans stars uncovered
Hundreds of young Queensland women are living their dream life thanks to the insane money they earn from online content. This is the next generation of stars beginning to make a splash.
Slow-moving beast to swing around, become category three
Tropical Cyclone Alfred is slowly intensifying and is set to become a category three system possibly today with a risk it will move towards the Qld coast in coming days. See the latest mapping.
‘I love you baby girl’: Mum mourns alleged murder of adored daughter
Heartbroken words from the teenage mother of baby girl allegedly murdered by 20-year-old father in Queensland town.
Mapped: Qld’s worst flood zones as $30bn battle plan floated
Building flood levees, strengthening homes and even relocating residents are among the recommendations of a $30bn future flood strategy.
Musician’s heartfelt tribute to mum, Mackay
When Matt Tandy lost three of his biggest supporters in the space of a year, he was given a gift that most musicians could dream of.
MP’s call for South Sea Islander voice goes unheard
Tourism operators were invited to hear the government’s 20-year tourism plan for Mackay but a key voice was missing at the discussion table.
Named: Man charged over crash which killed JCU student
The identity of a man accused of causing an explosive crash killing a young woman studying medicine has been revealed.
‘You’ve already made history’: First Aussie rocket ready to launch
The first Australian-designed and built rocket could take off from North Queensland in weeks — so long as a pesky cyclone doesn’t hit.
New species discovered, already ‘critically endangered’
Researchers have discovered two new amphibian species in North Queensland, one near the site of a since-cancelled major energy project.
‘Not a worker’: Legal battle after horror electrocution revealed
The fiancee of a grey nomad electrocuted at a rural property has won her fight for worker’s compensation, with a Facebook post playing a key role.
Man arrested after woman slashed in alleged horror attack
Police have arrested a Qld man on serious domestic violence charges over an incident that allegedly involved inflicting wounds on his victim.
Mapped: Tropical cyclone likely within 24 hours, Qld island in danger
A tropical cyclone is likely to form off the Queensland coast by tomorrow morning, intensifying into a category two system with one island being watched closely. SEE THE TRACK MAP
Mates bought a pub over a carton and a few sneaky rums
Two young Aussie blokes have revealed how they agreed to buy an outback pub after a heavy drinking session with the publican.
Mum turned ‘blind eye’ to illegal romance involving 15yo child
He lavished her with gifts, told her he loved and wanted to marry her and was even paying off a ring. But she was an underage teen and he was twice her age. Now he’s a convicted child sex offender.
Support worker, couple lose last hope before homelessness
A Qld support worker and a young couple have been left with nowhere to go after they were given ten days notice of eviction from their last resort accommodation.
Why cattle killer shot two pregnant cows
A father of four splitting his time between the mines and his own farm faced court for shooting and killing two cattle. See what tipped him over the edge.
What’s on in Mackay this weekend
Looking to head out and check out Mackay’s thriving arts and culture scene? Here’s what’s on this weekend, and the weeks to come.
I said I’d never cruise again, see why I’ve changed my mind
After 23 years I took the plunge and went on the seven day cruise of the South Pacific I said I would never do again. Here’s my guide and tips for a fabulous cruising holiday.
‘The quality of music is insane’: Homegrown act returning to NQ after big honour
It might just be a couple of blokes from Townsville and Mackay, but SAME PAINS is making waves in the Queensland music industry.
Major retailer coming to Whitsundays
The Whitsundays look set for its next big retailer with a national chain advertising jobs to staff a new store.
‘Retreat from life’: New boutique, wellness one-stop shop opens
Luxe Whitsundays offers women a one-stop shop fashion boutique, wellness retreat and guiding hand in business.
‘How we kept couple’s secret’: Inside MAFS honeymoon hotels, resorts
Get inside info about the filmed stays and check out the luxe Qld spots that will have you dreaming of your next romantic getaway.
Pig leg used to bait, trap Pioneer River croc
Traps have been set up to remove a large crocodile spotted at a popular swimming and fishing spot near Mackay.
Why power prices could surge by 60 per cent
New modelling predicts Queenslanders will pay a significantly higher cost for electricity by 2035 without a replacement for a scrapped major project.
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