Haughton Pipeline pushes forward despite ‘funding constraints’
Work is progressing on stage two of the Haughton Pipeline, despite a massive cost blowout to the key water security project. Find out how much pipe is now underground.
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Three youths, one adult arrested after stolen car crash
Three youths and one adult have been arrested following a dramatic stolen car crash in Gulliver.
Gala ball hopes to encourage men to get themselves checked
A Townsville charity ball is shining a spotlight on prostate cancer, with alarming data revealing local men face a higher risk than the average Aussie. Here’s how you can join the fight and make a difference.
Serial offender caught for stolen car arson on CCTV
A serial offender’s downfall came when he was caught on CCTV torching a stolen car — only to be arrested days later at Willows Shopping Centre wearing the same outfit.
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Para Matildas captain in awe of ‘phenomenal’ Challenge Games
Inclusive sporting event, The Challenge Games are celebrating its 30th year of athletics with special guest Para Matildas Carly Salmon, who left with goosebumps after seeing the huge student turn out. See the photos.
Townsville nightclub fined for risky drinking promotions
A Townsville nightclub has been fined thousands of dollars for running “unacceptable” promotions such as ‘Ballin’ on a Budget’ that saw one patron drink 13 drinks in two hours.
VIDEO: Cane train loco derails between Townsville, Cairns
A Wilmar Sugar and Renewables cane train derailment has severed the Bruce Highway and North Coast railway line between Townsville and Cairns. See the photos.
‘No parent should have to bury their child’: Fire victim farewelled
Friends and family have today laid to rest one of the teenage boys killed in a devastating double-fatal house fire that shook Townsville to its core two weeks ago.
‘She’s all I have to come home to’: Retiree’s plea to dognappers
A Townsville retiree has been left heartbroken and desperate after the suspected dognapping of her beloved pet, Remi. Find out what happened.
Cowboys and Heat swap skills in unique crossover
Cowboys’ stars Coen Hess and Tom Chester have proven they can take the Heat, swapping their rugby league studs for cricket sprigs to help promote a new partnership at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Find out more.
Townsville tunes up for ‘immersive’ chamber music festival
The largest chamber music festival in the Southern Hemisphere is set to begin on Friday, and organisers promise Townsville is about to sound ‘extraordinary’. Check out the events on offer.
‘You are a predator’: Depraved rapist dad jailed for life
A Townsville man used mothers in order to sexually abuse and film children, with one distraught woman revealing to the court her failed fight to legally keep him away from her infant daughter. WARNING: Distressing content
New officer to help break down blue card ‘barriers’ on island
Palm Island now has its very own dedicated First Nations blue card liaison officer, a move set to assist residents in obtaining blue cards necessary to work with children in their remote community. Find out why.
Pricey ready to strike a chord as host at Queens Garden Concert
Dust off your picnic rugs, chairs and snacks for an afternoon of sunshine and music at the upcoming free Queens Garden Concert, part of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music. See who’s performing.
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