‘It’s hard to get around other than on a scooter’: Hard truths dished out
Townsville needs to fix its CBD up fast if it wants to use Olympic coverage to slingshot itself into tourism stardom. Could a ferry be the answer?
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‘Vilified’ SAS soldiers bring doco to Australia’s largest defence city
A powerful documentary about former SAS soldiers who believe they have been vilified over allegations of Afghanistan war crimes is showing in Townsville. Where you can see it.
NQ pollies bank on Crisafulli budget promises
North Queensland politicians are banking on Townsville and the region getting its fair share in the Crisafulli Government’s first budget.
Club ‘shocked’ at act of kindness as council donates mower
Council steps up to help football club after both of their mowers were stolen.
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Miners ‘betting on’ future of Qld copper resources
North-West Queensland remains ‘highly prospective’ for future copper resources, Australian mining companies say.
Industry inquiry aims to make sugar cane fuel a sweet success
Officials in one of North Queensland’s sweetest industries have welcomed a push by the state government to turn their business into a powerhouse by generating alternative fuel sources.
‘Take responsibility’: Grandma’s stern reprimand of teen crim
A 16-year-old boy who helped smash in seven shop fronts as the community battled devastating flooding has been told to stop using the death of his mother as an excuse for his actions.
WATCH: Two charged after police find drugs, cash, knives during traffic stop in Townsville
An early morning traffic stop in Townsville has lead to two being charged, after it is alleged drugs and weapons were found in their vehicle. SEE THE VIDEO.
Axed by council, saved by Premier: IndiaFest’s wild week
The Premier has donated $25,000 to ensure IndiaFest goes ahead this year, after Townsville City Council informed organisers grant money had been axed just weeks before the show was set to start.
Man charged after allegedly damaging cars with ‘large socket wrench’, striking man
Police are appealing for anyone who may have had their car damaged in South Townsville on June 2, after a man was charged for allegedly damaging cars and injuring a man. DETAILS.
Experts weigh in after ‘turtle graveyard’ found near river
A cluster of turtle skeletons and mummified remains found on the banks of the Ross River has alarmed several locals. We ask the experts what might be going on. See the pictures.
Nightmare school pick-up prompts petition and parking rethink
Changes are on the way to fix a dangerous situation where Townsville parents were forced to queue on a busy road for school pick-up. See what solutions are being considered.
True stories behind the faces forever connected by tragedy
These are the true stories of 15 everyday Queenslanders who never met but will forever be connected through tragedy and heartbreak.
Drug dealer dad busted in traffic stop
A man who claimed he was selling marijuana because the medicinal version was too expensive has been sentenced for a long list of supply charges.
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