Following the latest death in custody at a Queensland jail, we look back at others who have died there in just a few years and the 20-year history of the grey cellblocks known for housing some of the state’s most high-profile prisoners.
As the clean-up begins across North Queensland, residents are being reminded to stay alert and aware on the dangers of a wet season disease which can be contracted through contaminated water.
Experienced paramedic Jim Overall has spent the past five days supplying resources and equipment to residents of flood-ravaged Forrest Beach.
Townsville City Council put in place measures to help baby turtles find their way to the ocean after residents raised the alarm about a looming hatch that could have ended in disaster.
Jo Martin and Kramer the cat evacuating in Rosslea. She says they are making sure to get out early with their five cats and two dogs before major…
The Ross River at Aplin Weir in Townsville is likely to exceed the major flood level (1.80 m) around midday Sunday.
Northern residents are still undecided how bad this rain is going to be, but those in low-lying homes are preparing to sandbag as the old Bohle Bridge goes under and Balgal Beach loses power.
Townsville residents are being warned to brace for possible flooding up to the second storeys of buildings, as Premier David Crisafulli sends a powerful message to North Queensland amid warnings of cyclonic rainfall levels.
The local disaster management group has opened an evacuation centre overnight as more rainfall fell across the region. LATEST.
A 17-year-old Vincent boy accused of ramming police on two separate occasions has been arrested alongside a 23-year-old Garbutt man after an alleged crime spree across Townsville. WATCH THE VIDEO.
The man alleged to have killed three people in an ‘execution-style’ shooting and is accused of attempting to murder another has applied for bail.
The ‘temporary’ closure of a historic Townsville pub could become permanent, after it was listed online for sale or lease. Find out the latest.
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