From pioneers who helped build Cairns into a world-leading tourist destination to young and innovative newcomers shaking up the industry, here are all the winners from the TNQ Tourism Industry Excellence Awards.
It’s hot in the city – and in the regions – with some areas of North Queensland poised for temperatures of 35C as we head into storm season.
An internationally-recognised trail builder has claimed the $47.1m state government-approved Wangetti Trail is potentially unsafe, as the LNP for the first time commits to the completion of the tourism drawcard.
A man told his Tinder date he was a rainforest guide before taking her on a date to an isolated stream in Far North Queensland where he allegedly raped and bit her, a court has heard.
‘Tumblin’ Tully Rain’ is the song on everyone’s lips after Queensland’s wettest town celebrated its 100th anniversary on the weekend. Watch the video.
In 2014 a plan was drawn up to make Cairns a powerhouse hub of marine industry by becoming a one-stop-shop for navy, tourism and international maritime business. Now with $360m backing the creation of a state-of-the-art Common User Facility what’s next for the mega project and how will it shape Cairns’ future?
An unlikely partnership between sugar and sand has the potential to provide hundreds of jobs in Far North towns desperate for new employment opportunities.
After nearly being wiped off the map by ferocious waters of the Annan River the iconic Lion’s Den Hotel has undergone a $1m rebuild and is open for business.
Emergency services have been called to help a man seriously injured in a road crash involving a motorcycle and car in Cairns.
A prominent Mornington Island former community worker has been remembered for his generosity and caring nature.
Scientists are a step closer to unlocking the mysteries of gold and platinum barramundi after identifying what gives the species their unique looks.
Less than 24 hours after a fire halted operations at a popular Esplanade restaurant, Salt House restaurant will be back in business in time for lunch.
A series of comic books depicting children as young as 10 in graphic and non-consensual sex will be pulled from the shelves of Cairns libraries.
Despite growing up in a Catholic household, Reverend Joe Caddy never thought he would become a priest. Now, he’s the Bishop of Cairns, but who is he?
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