Can Cows trample DCE?
Maroons captain Daly Cherry-Evans won’t receive any favourable treatment despite being in Queensland’s rugby league heartland when the Sea Eagles take on the Cowboys in Townsville on Saturday night.
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‘So vital’: Minister’s $21m lifeline for regional women
The state government will spend nearly $21m to expand early-termination-of-pregnancy services to women across Queensland.
Supercars thrill with action-packed day of family fun
Saturday Supercars spectators have enjoyed an adrenaline fuelled day of aerial shows, helicopter rides and show stopping races. See why residents loved the big event.
Man taken to hospital after motorcycle, car crash
A motorcyclist in his 40s has been transported to Townsville Hospital after a shock bike and vehicle crash in Kirwan this afternoon. Full details.
$7k richer every day: Homeowners making millions in their sleep
Homeowners are getting richer in their sleep, as values surge as much as $7k a day, with 570 Queensland suburbs seeing homes earn more than $100,000 last year alone. SEE LIST
Gallery: Ladies in Business
The TapHouse in City Lane buzzed with energy on Thursday as women gathered for another successful Ladies in Business event.
The Townsville-based label loved by celebs
The swimwear brand has made a splash in the fashion industry with its latest creation, the Reef to Resort dress, set to revolutionise the lucrative resort wear industry.
Elderly woman injured after car stolen at knifepoint
Townsville police are appealing for public assistance after an elderly woman was injured in a shocking armed robbery in Hermit Park on Friday. Full details.
Dodging death: Split-second reaction that averted more bus carnage
The quick-thinking actions of an elderly driver have been praised after a horrific bus crash in North Queensland, as more details are revealed about the heroes who stopped to help the injured.
PHOTOS: Townsville dance monkeys turn out for pop-up concert
Aussie superstar Tones and I showed her love to Townsville ahead of her NTI Townsville 500 performance on Saturday, with a pop-up concert at Jezzine Barracks. SEE 60+ PHOTOS
Photos: Tones and I performs at Jezzine Barracks
Aussie superstar Tones and I performed a mini pop-up concert at Townsville’s Jezzine Barracks ahead of her performance at Saturday night’s NTI Townsville 500.
‘Absolute disgrace’: Rejected Hilton developer blasts council
Townsville’s Hilton hotel developer has accused the council of failures in supporting their $60m project, including ignoring 25 emails over the past two months.
New resilience room offers police solace after tough jobs
Kirwan Police Station, one of the city’s busiest, has opened a new resilience room designed to offer solace and respite for officers after confronting and challenging jobs. See what inspired it.
Dumper collector in court after butt-in with security
A couple who claim they pick up cigarettes at Townsville Hospital when they can’t afford them has wound up in trouble following a long dispute with a local security guard.
Vandal’s ‘senseless’ rampage leaves car yard in shambles
A Townsville car hire business has been left to pick up the pieces after a lone intruder armed with a copper pipe went on a rampage in their car yard, smashing up 31 vehicles. See the photos.
Final gift: How body donors are transforming medical training
Ever thought about donating your body to medical education and research? Well, more than 360 North Queenslanders have already done just that — donating their bodies to help train the next generation of health practitioners at James Cook University.
VIDEO: Teen adventurers sail ‘pirate’ ship to save kayakers
A tall “pirate-like” ship crewed by youth completing adventure awards has sailed to the rescue of two kayakers who got into difficulty in crocodile-infested North Queensland waters.
‘Certainty is essential for our city’: Leaders call for mayor’s CCC investigation to speed up
A well-respected former Townsville mayor says city councillors “need to find their voice” amid growing concerns the city’s progress has stalled while a cloud hangs over its new controversial leader.
Whistleblower bombshell: Pipeline costs skyrocket to $420m, claims MP
Whistleblowers from inside Townsville council have blown the lid on the ballooning budget blowout for stage two of the Haughton Pipeline which is now expected to cost $420m, Federal MP Phil Thompson says.
Report urges Australia to ‘do more’ for Great Barrier Reef preservation
A new UNESCO report has highlighted the precarious status of the Great Barrier Reef, as calls for funding towards the rebuild of Townsville’s reef education centre push on.
Police urge witnesses of horror bus crash to come forward
Police are urging the driver of a white ute to come forward who may have information on the shocking triple-fatal crash on the Bruce Highway, as the German consulate provides an update after two young women were killed.
All the North Qld prisoners busted selling drugs from behind bars
Prisoners were busted selling a new, almost undetectable drug from behind bars in an intense police and corrective services operation conducted last year. Here’s all the offenders who have been sentenced in Townsville courts following the sting.
‘City hall has hit rock bottom over Strand paid parking pitch’
Former council media adviser Tony Wode has penned a stinging open letter to councillors, saying introducing paid parking on The Strand is a ‘desperate act’ and ‘a tax on families’. HAVE YOUR SAY IN OUR POLL
Update on conditions of bus crash patients, family’s heartache after Qld woman killed in bus tragedy
The family of a woman who died in Sunday’s horrific triple-fatal bus crash has spoken of their grief, as it was revealed the woman was travelling with her daughter from Brisbane to Townsville.
Best shots from Athletics North Queensland championships
Did we snap you in action during the biggest ever Athletics North Queensland Championships? Check out our gallery to find out.
Brave 3yo battles rare disorder with help of new specialist
This Townsville couple faced every parent’s worst nightmare when their little boy was struck down with a rare auto-immune disorder. Read more about their journey here.
‘Petty thing’: Mayor’s media exile slammed as pointless by councillors
Mayor Troy Thompson is back at work, but his first decision once he returned to his role has been described as “petty” by a councillor.
‘Absolutely amazing’: Kids stoked about centre’s new play area
A Townsville shopping centre has just opened an exciting new play area in its food court for kids to have fun while their parents take a break. Check out its features.
‘Absolute bin fire’: Leaders call for Premier to oust embattled mayor
North Queensland’s leaders are calling on Premier Steven Miles and his government to “use their powers” and force Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson out so the city can forge ahead.
Safe showers and laundry for youth in need
Townsville’s youth in need now have a safe place to shower and wash their clothes, thanks to Sharehouse’s new dedicated facility, empowering them to regain confidence and independence. Find out more.
KAP’s preference threat over On Country program
The KAP has threatened to change their approach to preferences in the upcoming state election over a program the state government insists is going ahead.
Carjacking victim forced into bizarre pinky promise with thief
A young woman has recounted the bizarre moment a balaclava-wearing carjacker threatened and forced her to make a pinky promise before taking off in her new MG. See what he made her promise.
Precious gems to be on display at Townsville event
The city is set to sparkle, with the Townsville Gem and Mineral Club ready for their upcoming annual show at a brand new, bigger location.
WATCH: ‘Pissed off’ pub patrons face off with youths in stolen car
Angry pub patrons took matters into their own hands when a young hoon in a stolen car began causing chaos outside their local watering hole in Townsville. WATCH THE VIDEO.
TMR to assist police investigation into deadly Bruce bus crash
Transport and Main Roads has confirmed that it will assist the police investigation into the deadly Greyhound passenger bus crash on the Bruce Highway that claimed three lives. LATEST.
Weed nightmare: MP demands action as Navua sedge chokes NQ farms
The spread of an invasive weed has angered a North Queensland MP and land users, who are calling on the agriculture minister to ‘act now’ to save prime agricultural and recreational land.
Multiple crashes, hammer attack rock city in busy 24 hours
Townsville’s emergency crews have responded to multiple incidents including another Bruce Highway crash and a hammer thrown through a vehicle’s window. Get the latest.
‘It could have been me’: Bus crash survivor’s incredible escape
A passenger aboard the ill-fated Greyhound bus involved in the fatal collision in North Queensland has revealed that a last-minute seat change saved her life. See the pictures from the aftermath
Everything you need to know for the Townsville Supercars
There’s a whole lot of action before the races kick off this weekend, and plenty more entertainment during and after. Get the rundown with all the latest on the 2024 NTI Townsville 500.
Horse-racing community backs Townsville boy in fight for life
A professional punter – and one of his racehorses – is backing a campaign to raise money for a Townsville boy battling a devastating terminal illness.
Japanese forces farewell TSV after months of gruelling exercises
The Japanese Ground Self Defense Force are wrapping up their Australian deployment, taking time to reflect on their favourite highlights of working with the Australian Army.
‘Heads should roll’: Soldier’s 18-month fight for pay
Hundreds of Aussie soldiers are at risk of leaving the army over an escalating pay debacle, with one North Queenslander revealing he’s waited 18 months to receive more than $6000 in owed pay.
Investors circle rare commercial property sale on Magnetic Island
A commercial building hosting several of Magnetic Island’s most popular businesses is being sold for the first time in 28 years. See where.
Two NQ men charged with child sex offences
Two elderly men have been charged with historical child sex offences with police believing there may be more potential victims in North Queensland.
Crash survivor relives horror moment bus allegedly veered into traffic
Fatigue is being investigated as the cause of a Greyhound bus crash, with claims the service was running behind schedule when it allegedly drifted into the wrong lane on the Bruce Highway north of Bowen, colliding with a caravan.
Roman banquet brings community together
Northern Queensland Legacy’s annual luncheon turned Townsville’s RSL into ancient Rome, fostering community connections with a vibrant Roman Banquet. See the photos.
9-year-old NQ boy takes on parliament for kids with hearing loss
A North Queensland boy born with a condition causing progressive hearing loss will speak at Parliament House in Canberra this week, bravely sharing his story and advocating for children with hearing loss.
‘Educate and inform’: New NQ base for heavy vehicle regulator
There’s a new sheriff in town to enforce the Heavy Vehicle National Law for motorists operating heavy vehicles weighing over 4.5 tonne. Read about their new NQ headquarters.
Top show jumper returns north for Townsville Show
One of Australia’s top equestrian show jumpers has been competing at this year’s Townsville Show. See what he makes of the local competition.
Sugar mills to resume crushing as industrial action suspended
The Fair Work Commission has ordered unions to suspend their ongoing industrial action with the AWU lodging an appeal as negotiations continue.
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