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Blair’s journalism career has taken him from Perth, to New Zealand, Queensland and now Melbourne.

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Wine connoisseur Glen Gilmore, executive chef Adam Fitzgerald and head brewer Glen Nolen are set for the Grain Vs Grape at the Brewery. Picutre: Evan Morgan

Beer or wine, you decide at decadent degustation

He drinks a lager drink, he drinks a chardy drink … a popular Townsville food and drink extravaganza is on again. See what it’s all about.

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A fire is burning at Goodalls Automotive Services and Wreckers in Cluden. Picture: Leighton Smith

‘Everything and anything’ burning at NQ fire

An explosion has been heard at a fire in Townsville with thick, black smoke billowing across part of the city. Read the latest.

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2023 Filipino Festival at Riverway. Picture: Evan Morgan

‘It just makes us feel at home’: Celebrating Filipino culture in NQ

Thousands of people celebrated at the Townsville Filipino Festival on Saturday. See the photos here.

Townsville

Ten year anniversary of Cyclone Yasi. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi 2011. Port Hinchinbrook aerial view of luxury yachts and boats that bore the brunt of the destructive winds and storm surge. Picture: Evan Morgan

‘Last of its kind’ development goes begging

Devastated by a cyclone in 2011, this disused North Queensland marina may be a ‘last of its kind’ development, but a buyer has pulled away. Read more.

Townsville

Youth Justice Minister Di Farmer speaking at the Cleveland Youth Detention Centre on June 8, 2023. Picture: Blair Jackson

New staff at under-pressure youth detention centre

More than 80 staff have started work, or are about to begin, at Cleveland Youth Detention Centre since the start of last year, but the department is still pushing for more recruits. Here’s why.

Townsville

Drone show to light up Townsville sky

Extra festivities around the Townsville Supercars race have been further bolstered with a 500-drone lightshow. See the video here.

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Manufacturing the future: New tungsten mine set for NQ

Mining industry heavy hitters gathered in Townsville on Tuesday, as the state’s resources sector eyes the coming decades. See what’s on the cards.

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FOR SEPERATE BLAIR STORY. Anastasia Taylor Carson, 1, Picture: Evan Morgan

‘No guarantee I would have been here’: Mum’s health message for busy parents

It’s only when taking her daughter to the doctor that a Townsville mother got a lump checked out. Read her important message to parents.

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‘Lifestyle choice’: Popular spot on the market with owners to set sail

A popular Townsville business is up for sale as the city bounces back with more overseas travellers looking for work than ever. See the delicious opportunity.

Townsville

New stats reveal how many NQ teens fitted with GPS trackers

It’s been about two years since GPS trackers were brought in for some youth offenders. Here’s how many have been fitted.

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