Harrowing attempts to resuscitate unresponsive man
A Trinity Beach family desperately tried to resuscitate a man who was found unresponsive in the water on Saturday morning.
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Moderate flooding across FNQ as system pummels Townsville
The Bureau has explained how the Far North avoided intense rainfall with patches of blue sky visible on Saturday, as parts of the Cassowary Coast experience moderate flooding.
Locals warned of โlife-threatening floodingโ, as NQ braces for cyclonic rain totals
Townsville residents are being warned to brace for possible flooding up to the second storeys of buildings, as Premier David Crisafulli sends a powerful message to North Queensland amid warnings of cyclonic rainfall levels.
Cairns mayor distributes anonymous letter attacking CEO
Cairns Mayor Amy Eden has circulated an anonymous letter undermining the cityโs top executive to her fellow councillors, sparking concerns that the council could soon be looking for yet another CEO.
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Storms batter SEQ in 100mm+ overnight drenching
Southeast Queensland has been battered by thunderstorms overnight, with more than 100mm falling in some areas as 80km/h winds also wreaked havoc.
MAPPED: Nurses, midwives reveal extent of Qld health horrors
Burnt out and exhausted nurses and midwives are being stretched to breaking point amid skyrocketing demand for care and a long-running staff shortage. SEE THE MAP
Calls for stricter vape laws to rein in dodgy tobacconists
Court penalties are being used as a last resort to rein in dodgy tobacconists prompting calls to enforce strict cigarette and vape laws.
โUnpleasant experienceโ: Cairns scraps QR codes from ticketing machines amid scam alert
Cairns Regional Council will take added precautions to ensure commuters using its pay-by-phone parking app donโt fall victim to scammers after residents raised concerns over dodgy transaction fees.
Tognolini familyโs firefighting legacy burns bright in the Far North
From a rookie to veteran, a father and sonโs journey in the Queensland Fire Department spans generations. Read their story here.
โIts cliff of rubbishโ: Regulator cracks down Kamerunga eyesore
Despite an approved increase to waste stockpiles a stoneโs throw from a Kamerunga school, a Cairns garbage processor has been slapped with enforcement orders after allowing a huge mound of rubbish to get out of hand.
Thursday Island man tried to push woman off balcony, court hears
A 46-year-old Thursday Island man, with a history of domestic violence, has been sentenced after he attempted to push a woman off a balcony and spat on her.
24-hours in Hong Kong: Whirlwind tour takes in island cityโs must-do experiences
In less than eight hours from Cairns, travellers can experience a shopaholicโs delight known for breathtaking skylines, amazing food, rich history and spellbinding natural beauty.
New villas and glitter strip nightclub proposed for tourist town
A gated community has been proposed for the few remaining vacant blocks in the heart of Port Douglas while a separate plan for a new nightclub on the townโs glitter strip has been submitted.
Aussie-first coral IVF program takes place on Great Barrier Reef
An Australian-first program to help regenerate coral reefs has launched in Far North Queensland. How it works.
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