A ‘misconception’ coal on its way out
The man behind one of North Qld’s biggest mines says it’s a misconception coal is on its way out, because “billions of poor people” are demanding cheap power to help them defeat poverty.
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Alleged ATV driver charged over fatal Toolakea beach crash
A 24-year-old man is the second person to be charged over the fatal buggy crash which killed Jacob Ingles last year. Read the details.
Man charged over fire at facility housing sex offenders
A 38-year-old man allegedly set fire to a building that housed some of Queensland’s most notorious convicted sex offenders. Read the details.
‘Cross section of the community’: Full Moon Drum Circle to live on
As council budget cuts threatened free community events, the founder of a popular drum circle feared his might be next. Find out what made this gathering too important to lose.
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Police investigate after body found in Railway Estate
Police have closed down Railway Ave after a body was found. PHOTOS
In pictures: TheatreiNQ’s winter production
It was a packed house at Theatre iNQ’s Clubhouse in Hyde Park for opening night of The Assignment, a nostalgic and heartwarming comedy written and directed by Terri Brabon.
In pictures: Cowboys 30th anniversary function
The Queensland Country Bank Stadium became the backdrop for a historic celebration of the North Queensland Cowboys’ 30th anniversary
Clair Ryder: career change leads to business success
Clair Ryder, a proud Wiradjuri woman, leads On Country Craft Distillery, blending traditional knowledge with innovative distilling. Her business empowers First Nations communities, promotes ethical practices, and challenges stereotypes in the alcohol industry.
Salties don’t play nice, Bob
Suddenly crocodiles are the victims and the once safe waterways of the North are riddled with danger. Here’s what John Andersen thinks the real problem with salties is.
‘I started at 18’: Kirwan hairdresser celebrates 25 years in business
Lisa Voznaks has been cutting hair for 30 years, changing the look of Townsville with her scissors and nurturing apprentices through her Kirwan salon, Techniques Hair Beauty. See how it all started.
Where are they now? Qld’s game-changing pioneers
They’re our shopping centre owners, development titans and business entrepreneurs – and they all have one thing in common. SEE THE LIST
‘Instead of planning for dinner Sunday night I had to plan a funeral’
A heartbroken mother shared the “life sentence” imposed on their family since the loss of their “inspiring” daughter as the last person responsible for her death was jailed.
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