‘Optimistic’: Property market thrives despite supply shortage
A new property report has revealed strong demand for vacant land and rising prices for Townsville’s industrial and commercial properties. See what’s driving up prices.
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BALLOT DRAW: Last minute names vying for Herbert
Last minute candidates for One Nation and the Trumpet of Patriots were announced at the Herbert electoral ballot draw on Friday, with the only candidate that appeared to be in attendance claiming the number one position.
‘I just want to inspire my daughter’: Mum’s big boxing dream
A Townsville boxer has now set her sights on a world title after clinching her first Queensland title in only her second professional bout.
‘It meant everything to him’: Bridge named for former MP
A federal MP known for his wit, warmth and a fiery confrontation with Clive Palmer in the halls of parliament, has been immortalised by the city he loved.
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Housing debacle: Government’s call on homes for disadvantaged North Qlders
Homes earmarked for social housing in Townsville are no longer eligible to be used after the state government changed legislation. See the full details.
Council puts hand up for cash to lay groundwork for developments
Townsville City Council are throwing their hat into the ring for a piece of the government’s initial $500m fund to deliver ‘critical’ new housing infrastructure to assist with the region’s housing shortage crisis.
‘I knew I hit someone’: Driver jailed for manslaughter of young girl
A man who killed a 13-year-old girl in a ‘criminal driving rampage’ that included him driving up onto a footpath will be released from prison this year. Here’s what happened.
Locked in: The NQ candidates in the 2025 federal election
With the upcoming federal election just weeks away, the candidates for the North Queensland seats of Herbert, Dawson and Kennedy have been finalised, with a few spots surprisingly left vacant by several parties.
The inspirational story behind Townsville’s first rage room
After her arm was amputated following a suicide attempt, this former medic promised herself she would chase her dreams and become a business owner. Now these veterans are bringing smash therapy to the city.
‘Costly Labor failure’: LNP axe engine immobiliser scheme
The Crisafulli Government has sensationally confirmed that it has halted a statewide rollout of the engine immobiliser scheme trialled in North Queensland.
Business’ innovative strategy to tackle NQ’s housing shortage
An alternative method for building homes is shaping up as a key strategy to boost NQ’s housing supply. Read how this Townsville business is stepping up.
Child abuse accused priest closer to possible trial date
The former North Queensland priest will apply to have a ‘judge-only’ trial among other applications before the case is to go ahead.
Teen girl pleads guilty to underage sex and stalking charges
A teenager has pleaded guilty to violence and sex-related charges and is accused of posting child exploitation material to a Townsville social media page.
Failing Telstra coverage costs NQ tourism business $50k
The owner of a tourism company on Magnetic Island says his business has lost $50,000 since the monsoon rains due to failing Telstra services.
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