Father abducted and raped woman with brain injury
A Far North father of two who “effectively” abducted and raped two women, including one with a brain impairment, was on bail at the time of his offending.
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Skipper charged following Trinity Inlet thrill ride that went wrong
The driver at the helm of the Bad Fishy jet boat has tested positive to an initial drug test and been charged with dangerous operation of a vessel after crashing into a fishing boat.
Queensland heritage listed hotel hits market for $2.8m
A Queensland heritage listed hotel south of Cairns constructed and once operated by the Queensland Government has been listed for sale for a cool $2.8m.
Convicted creep caught with 1159 child exploitation images
A man serving a suspended sentence for possession of child exploitation material has faced court again after a hidden folder disguised as a calculator app containing 1159 images “of the worst category” was found on his phone.
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Cairns key to village rebuild
The generosity of Far North Queenslanders has helped build a school and restore hope in a Nepal village shattered by a deadly earthquake.
Trail to carve first-time access to hidden national park sections
For the first time adventure trail users will have access to a little known and hidden national park providing a wet tropics haven high in the mountains for threatened bird life.
New trial date set for high profile Far North Queensland traditional land owner accused of fraud
High profile Cape York traditional owner Larry Joe Woosup will face a fresh trial in Cairns in coming months, after two fraud convictions were set aside on appeal.
Why Cairns council should crack down on Airbnbs
Cairns Regional Council has let the lucrative Airbnb phenomenon go unchecked in our city, at a time people are struggling to afford a roof over their head. Have your say.
‘Reckless’ man risks life standing on croc trap, wildlife officers say
A ‘reckless’ man risked his life and a potential fine of almost $19,000 interfering with a trap set to capture an ‘aggressive’ crocodile, wildlife officers say.
Far North trailblazers feature in new TV series
A spirited Far North Queensland couple has featured in a new national TV series, revealing how they traded the corporate city lifestyle for a decades-old Spanish castle in the rainforest.
Truck carrying caravans rolls on Bruce Highway
A truck carrying and towing two caravans has rolled on the Bruce Highway in the Far North, with the driver taken to hospital. Here’s what we know.
‘No one saw it coming’: Flood hero reflects ahead of Savannah on the Reef event
The Reef Magic pontoon is the unique venue for a country music concert and celebration for 100 community heroes from throughout the country, including some remarkable Far North flood heroes.
Taste Port Douglas back bigger than ever
The popular food festival will return in August. See what’s new this year.
Airbnb tax being considered in Cairns
Property owners who are cashing in on the Airbnb market could soon have to pay extra council rates, says the deputy mayor. Here’s why.
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