Alligator Creek house fire triggers emergency response
Several emergency service crews have swung into action to tackle a fire burning in the roof of a house at Alligator Creek. Find out the latest.
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‘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.
‘Increased risk’: Locals urged to protect themselves from mosquitoes
Queensland’s chief health officer is warning locals about the dangers of mosquito viruses such as Ross River, following the recent surge of rain. Read how you can protect yourself.
Maverick MP backs $2m direction to save the local rodeo
Bob Katter agrees with the State Government’s decision to give $2m in state funding to a local council to restore its major rodeo event. Not everyone is convinced.
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Workers needed: NQ’s $600m jet fuel plant reaches next stage
A Townsville project looking to transform bioethanol into jet fuel and diesel has entered the next phase, but it needs 1100 workers to become reality. Get the latest update.
Meet Santa at Charters Towers this Christmas
Local artist Zakariah Martin-Taylor spent 150 hours creating a two metre tall Santa, which has been unveiled at Goldtower Central.
Critically injured teen highlights e-scooter Xmas gift risk
As a Townsville teenager fights for life after crashing his e-scooter, police have urged parents to reconsider giving them as Christmas gifts. Read the alarming statistics.
Police dogs honoured with prestigious award
Townsville Police Service have recognised two police dogs for playing a critical role in the community. Read their stories.
Biggest headlines from March 2024
Townsville went to the polls to elect a new mayor, flooded the Queensland Country Bank Stadium to see record-breaking artist P!nk and also remembered some of the region’s beloved members in tragic events. Here’s the biggest headlines from March 2024.
Your guide to essential holiday shopping hours
Essential stores across Townsville will be operating on reduced hours over Christmas and New Years, see whether your local stores will be affected.
‘Critically important’: Time to start cyclone preparations now
As the threat of cyclones looms large, North Queenslanders should start preparing their houses, pets, and insurance for future severe weather. Read the important advice.
‘Magnificent’: Frosty Mango unveils new soft-serve ice-creams
Just in time for summer, NQ’s iconic Frosty Mango has rolled out three flavours that tap into the nostalgic joy of eating soft serve. See where to find them.
‘Scared to close’: Vandal hits store despite strong security
A Townsville candy shop owner says she’s too scared to close over the holidays after being impacted by crime again – this time with a brick paver. See what happened.
Powders, bars, and banjoes: Our biggest February headlines
From the discovery of a mysterious brown powder that hospitalised several students to a heated election standoff caught on camera, February brought no shortage of drama to Townsville. Here are the stories that defined February 2024.
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