Prison ‘does not work’ to reduce crime
Queensland over-relies on ‘harmful, expensive and ineffective’ prisons, a new report says. See what social workers on the ground say.
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‘Gives her the respect she deserves’: Evelyn Scott’s lasting legacy
An Indigenous and North Queensland icon greeted all Australian Googlers on Sunday, as an ode to her legacy and Reconciliation Week. Here’s why she is so important.
‘Search out those winter blankets’: Polar air to stick around
An early taste of winter has come through Townsville, pulling overnight temperatures down with it. See why it’s been so nippy.
Possible 24-hour CT scanner for NQ town
Rather than racing to Townsville with a nurse in tow at all hours for a CT scan, a 24-hour machine could be coming to an NQ town. See more.
Artist supports fundraiser for disease that ‘flies under the radar’
When a colleague was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a Townsville artist wanted to get involved and has put up an artwork for auction. Here’s how you can help.
Wilmar assessing impact of fire damage at key sugar mill
Wilmar Sugar says it is still assessing fire damage at a key North Queensland mill and whether it will impact the sugarcane harvest season. Read the latest update.
Unlikley allies in battle to wrangle Olympics budget
Funding for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics should be capped and the same amount spent in the regions, the state’s crossbenchers say. See more.
‘Slow and painful’ red tape keeping GPs out of regions
Australia is losing too many potential rural and regional GPs to other countries because of red tape, a leading Townsville doctor says. Here’s why.
No service, no help: Petition calls for better reception
After a fatal crash in a mobile phone black spot, one North Queenslander is calling for change, while the federal minister says grant schemes are available.
‘Learn the story’: Mabo address to be held in NQ for the first time
The ‘Mabo Oration’, an academic discussion centred on the legacy of Eddie Mabo, will finally take place in Townsville. Here’s why.
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