Pass the baton: GBRO music maestro hands over the reins
The longstanding manager of the Great Barrier Reef Orchestra (BRO) has passed on her baton after 24 years of running the orchestra.
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The top stories from the Townsville Bulletin for April 2024
A new Mayor sworn in, Tones and I announcing her solo return to Townsville and a tragic hit-and-run were the stories that captivated readers in April this year. Look back on the top stories of April 2024.
Cruises halted due to murders, kidnappings
Cruise ships have stopped setting sail to this city after officials placed the tropical destination under the highest travel advisory level.
WATCH: Skateboarding ‘wonder dogs’ in a festive stunner
Meet the Gold Coast’s coolest canines who can be seen around the city riding skateboards and surfing, spreading festive cheer and turning heads. See their tricks.
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Beauty and the Beast! Sydney to Hobart yacht race odd couple
One is a pugnacious and hi tech racing machine built to maul and destroy records. The other an old beauty who “hugs” her crew. These opposites are part of the magic of the Sydney to Hobart.
Sydney to Hobart powerhouse on strict diet for record bid
She’s well known for her bodacious booty and powerful frame but this Sydney to Hobart glamour girl has been kept on a strict diet for the 79th race south for good reason.
Kate’s secret meetings with King Charles as palace plans ramp up
Princess Catherine has been working closely with King Charles as she prepares to take on the role of a lifetime, according to a source.
‘We’re rolling sir’: King’s unheard of Christmas address sneak peek
While his mother Queen Elizabeth liked to keep us all in anticipation, King Charles has given his subjects an unprecedented teaser of his Christmas Day message.
Star misses Carols By Candlelight after emergency surgery
The high-profile co-host of the Christmas Eve tradition Carols By Candlelight has pulled out of the show after undergoing surgery just hours before the event.
Grinch steals Christmas for drug traffickers
Santa sneaks down the chimney at night, but the Grinch busts through the front door when people are suspected of being naughty.
‘Hoping for a Christmas miracle’: Calls to locate missing deaf dog
Kalyca Hendren is praying a Christmas miracle will reunite her with 4-year-old dog Thea before Christmas. Find out how you can help.
More security guards, support workers for troubled Darwin housing complex
A public housing complex tucked away in the suburbs of Darwin is set to benefit from greater support services, with the Country Liberal Party splashing $850,000 in a bid to combat anti-social behaviour.
Cyclone Tracy: Aftermath and recovery explored in new documentary
The role of defence and civil agencies in the aftermath of Cyclone Tracy is explored in a new documentary to screen Boxing Day, the latest in a number of productions commemorating the disaster and Darwin’s recovery.
State’s major warning over mozzie risk
Health authorities in one Aussie state have issued a major warning over viruses spread by mosquitos, less than a week after a similar issue across the border.
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