School issues alert after man chases, lures students
A school in Far North Queensland is on high alert following reports a man chased students and attempting to lure them into his car.
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‘Grabbed his dogs and ran’: Airbnb guest lucky to escape house fire
A Cairns Airbnb guest was lucky to escape a blaze with his two dogs unscathed after a home was completely gutted by fire, believed be caused by a phone charger. Watch the video.
Revealed: New international airline launches Cairns route
A new international service set to begin flying from Cairns Airport will slash hours from the flying time between Far North Queensland and the United States.
1000+ photos: Qld’s ultimate school formals gallery of 2024
Fun and fashion have been the name of the game as Queensland high school students glammed up for formal season in 2024. ALL THE SNAPS
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In pictures: Cairns Fashion Week opening party
The Benson Hotel was beholden to stunning frocks as Cairns Fashion Week hosted its annual welcome party for designers, models and VIPs. SEE WHO WAS THERE
Why reef is not bouncing back from ongoing weather events
New data shows the northern Great Barrier Reef is struggling to recover from the extreme floods, cyclones and bleaching events of 2023.
Woman guilty of using fake legal documents to sneak drugs into jail
A Kuranda woman who smuggled drugs and tobacco disguised as fake legal documents claims she was coerced into mailing packages to Lotus Glen and “didn’t have a choice in the matter”.
What state’s $30bn farming goal means for Far North’s $2.5bn dam
A critical water allocation review needs to happen sooner rather than later if construction of a $2.5bn dam in the Far North is to take place, amid the state’s target of boosting agriculture output to $30bn by 2030.
Huge revamp planned for hotel after fatal helicopter crash
A major Cairns Esplanade hotel which was the scene of a fatal helicopter crash has announced a major revamp set to include a waterfront Mediterranean-inspired style restaurant.
Evacuation warning issued for parts of Mareeba Shire
A prepare to leave warning has been issued for parts of the Mareeba Shire, less than a week after a fire ‘strike team’ was launched in the Far North.
Threatened species focus of huge NQ forest makeover
More than 2000 hectares of coastal and mountainous tropical forests in North and Far North Queensland are the focus of a large restoration project.
Cops hunt hit-and-run driver and alleged arsonist
Police are on the hunt for a driver who ran from the scene of a two-vehicle crash that injured a woman last week, and a person responsible for an unrelated series of deliberately lit fires in Cairns.
Touching tribute to crash victim
Friends of a man who tragically died after being struck by a car in Yungaburra are banding together to follow his legacy of charity.
115+ PHOTOS: Circus Wonderland by June Vale Dancescapes
Dazzling costumes and incredible dance moves made Circus Wonderland, the end of year concert by June Vale Dacescapes, an unforgettable show. Relive all of the energy and excitement with over 115 photos here:
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