A group of North Queensland hikers are hailing the ‘find of a lifetime’ after discovering a message in a bottle set adrift by three California girls on holiday in Fiji eight years ago. See what it said.
Under the creative direction of Kyle Page, NAFA 2024 promises to transform Townsville with a dynamic blend of local talent and debut international performances. Check out the program highlights.
Upset about the way her dog’s injury in a grooming incident was handled, a distressed Townsville pet owner has spoken out. See what other residents had to say.
Sun Metals zinc refinery workers are ‘concerned and worried’ about a hostile takeover attempt, which could risk their safety and future careers. See who has backed their cause.
North Queensland families of children with disabilities were able to participate in physical therapy and use world-class technology as part of a clinic from a Gold Coast centre.
It was only once this pedophile was unmasked in the media, that one of his first victim’s felt safe enough to tell police what happened to her as a five year old girl in Townsville.
A jury has delivered its verdict following the trial of a dad charged with the manslaughter of his three-year-old daughter who tragically drowned in a stormwater drain.
An Ingham boxer known affectionately as the “Raging Bull” by his North Queensland trainer is fighting for his first professional Queensland title in Brisbane next month.
Townsville City Council has confessed it was their team that dug up a Telstra cable on Magnetic Island, cutting internet and kicking off a firestorm of anger. Here’s what happened.
A woman has been hospitalised after her car smashed through the fence at Lavarack Barracks following a three-vehicle crash.
Katter’s Australian Party says a new North Queensland state will be at the forefront of any discussions if it holds the balance of power after next month’s elections.
The “Transitions” exhibition supports emerging artists through mentorship, reviving arts education in North Queensland, culminating in a transformative showcase at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery.
The Cure Starts Now held its fundraising Gala Dinner at The Ville Resort-Casino, with a record amount of money raised to fund research and trials for childhood brain cancer.
The Balcony’s owner contemplates what the Townsville diner is looking for, as he introduces the biggest shake-up to the CBD restaurant’s menu in years.
A health worker has collapsed in court and wept after learning she’ll be imprisoned for two years due to her son’s repeated attempts to turn her into a drug mule.
Magistrates in Townsville have voiced their frustrations with a growing practice of shuffling criminal charges between courts.
A woman previously convicted of her involvement in the death of her cousin, Michael McCabe who was brutally killed at Crystal Creek has returned to court for breaching her parole orders.
A proud tradition is returning to the Cowboys Leagues Club when footy fans are welcomed into its carpark for the massive NRL final between the Cowboys and Sharks. See our historic pics.
After a seemingly endless saga of drama around flights and travel for the North Queensland Cowboys, the team finally got onto the tarmac for their fateful flight to New South Wales for Friday’s semi-final late on Thursday.
Queensland’s longest-serving councillor has called for a total overhaul of local government elections to “avoid” the debacle Townsville is in with a mayor who cannot work with his council.
New homes are being built on Riverway Drive to help provide Townsville’s most vulnerable people with a safe place to live.
Kirwan’s Darryl Serrurier has been a diehard Cowboys fan since the beginning, with a man cave filled with Cowboys merchandise and memorabilia to back it up. Check out his impressive collection.
A massive $2.6m worth of meth has been taken off Townsville streets during an intense eight-day police blitz. But cops say this is just the beginning, with more arrests expected to follow.
The victim of a fatal motorbike crash in the Burdekin has been remembered as a “loving” son and father of two. Read the details.
Cowboys faithful turned out in force for the team’s final open training session at home before their big clash with the Sharks. Hear from young diehard supporters about what fuels their passion for the club.
A miracle rebirth over the Origin period has seen the Cowboys kicker notch up 25 consecutive goals heading into Saturday’s must-win final. A fellow goal-kicking NRL legend weighs in on Val’s golden run.
A 46-year-old Idalia man was allegedly caught with a kilogram of meth in the Castletown shopping centre car park, marking one of the biggest busts of Operation Whiskey Legion so far. Watch the video.
A Townsville prison officer has been charged with supplying dangerous drugs within a correctional facility after police allegedly intercepted his vehicle on the way to work.
A 16-year-old ‘intellectually disabled’ boy has been unmasked as the main offender behind a string of armed robberies against Townsville’s fried chicken providers.
A significant percentage of North Queenslanders may be blissfully unaware that they have a sexually transmitted infection or be in the firing line to contract one.
As the September break begins, North Queensland surf lifesavers are urging caution, especially in remote areas, after a tragic beach drowning a few weeks ago.
Featuring two 12-storey apartment towers, a massive build-to-rent project proposal has been lodged with Townsville City Council. See where, and how many people it could help.
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The departure of a rising star to Wests’ GF rivals Brothers has not dented the Magpies’ title hopes, while rumours swirl that an old Subs hero may be moving on to a new team – again.
A former inmate at the Townsville Correctional Centre, who later managed to secure a job as a guard at the same jail, was also allowed to work with kids in Cleveland Youth Detention Centre.
Decades of work to drive down tobacco use in Australia is at risk of going up in smoke.
The debate over the housing market is nothing new but there is one big myth that needs to be debunked.
More than a dozen police beats at some of Qld’s biggest shopping centres have been closed as calls grow for change.
Cowboys legend Jake Granville says staying positive in tough situations is a real superpower, and after visiting Townsville’s youngest hospital patients, he knows they’ve got it in spades.
Australia’s fastest female drone pilot, 17-year-old army cadet Ruby Congdon, is set to soar against the very best at the Australian Drone Nationals starting today in Townsville.
As Townsville’s stadium prepares to host Saturday’s blockbuster home final, one of the legends who helped make it happen has reflected on just how much it’s transformed the city.
The North Queensland Cowboys are cementing their stronghold over the top half of the state, confirming their plans to build a high performance centre and move the NRLW squad to Cairns.
Townsville Councillor Brady Ellis has firmly denied that embattled Mayor Troy Thompson was the one who lobbied the state government to appoint a special adviser to resolve the ongoing bad blood within council.
The ‘founding father’ of endocrinology services in North Queensland, Dr Yong Mong Tan, is stepping down after more than 40 years of dedicated service. Discover how his work has shaped thousands of lives.
A new social housing project has caught Townsville residents by surprise, causing ‘fear, angst, genuine anxiety, frustration and in some cases tears’. See where it will go.
A 38-year-old man has been killed and a woman injured after a shocking motorcycle crash, which temporarily shut down the Bruce Highway in both directions for hours overnight.
A Heatley beekeeper has revealed the key to keeping his honey bees happy and thriving in North Queensland – including how to staying one step ahead of cane toads pests. See the video.
A North Queensland man who evaded police on a scooter has appeared in court for punching an officer multiple times in the head during a struggle on the street.
Offering specialised in one-on-on services with a focus on women’s cuts and colours, a new Kirwan hairdresser is getting tongues wagging. See what popular trend she’s embracing.
Hidden among the list of performers at Townsville’s eagerly anticipated arts festival is an American-born actor presenting a circus cabaret with rural Queensland flare.
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