No bail app for man alleged to ram police car, hit officer
A man accused of hitting a policeman and ramming a stolen car into the officer’s vehicle may have his charges upgraded after the officer was taken to hospital.
Townsville
Ergon promises full inspection after double blackouts
Two disastrous nights of power outages across Alligator Creek and Nome have unleashed a storm of anger in rural suburbia after families were unable to cook dinner, run aircons, or watch MKR.
Free mental health lifeline hopes to foster ‘real flexibility’
A new approach to how North Queenslanders access mental health services has been unveiled, hoping offer flexible help those who are at their most vulnerable. See how it will work here.
‘Friendly and kind’: Business opens up world for its clients
A thriving local disability provider is offering its clients the opportunity for adventures and learning important life skills. See where they’ve relocated in the CBD.
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‘Why should it slow me?’: Amputee athlete triumphs at Warrior Games
A Townsville RAAF corporal and a Giru army veteran have returned from the Warrior Games in the US, bringing home medals and a renewed sense of purpose to inspire others on their rehabilitation journeys.
Doctor’s helmet warning after grim reality of airlift challenges revealed
People living an hour from Townsville hospital can experience a seven hour wait for an airlift when their lives are in danger. This is why one doctor is emphasising the importance of a helmet in case help doesn’t make it in time.
Police issue public plea after buggy rollover death
Police have renewed calls for anyone with information or dashcam vision of a crash that saw a Gordonvale man killed in a buggy rollover at Mount Isa last month to come forward.
Townsville teen finalist in prestigious portrait prize
A Townsville high-schooler is making waves in the art scene after being selected as a finalist in one of the nation’s most esteemed art competitions – the Brisbane Portrait Prize. Check out his work here.
Iconic country brand saddles up to open first NQ store
Popular country and western clothing brand Ringers Western is set to make a splash in North Queensland with the opening of their first-ever store in the region. Find out where.
Bravus digs deep for Cowboys women’s squad
A major partner of the North Queensland Cowboys has jumped on the NRLW bandwagon and invested in this years women’s team. Find out why they took the step.
Military Muster set to thrill with warbirds, motorcycle marvels
Passionate war historians have banded together to run a free ‘military muster’ outside Townsville this weekend. It’ll have trucks, planes and a motorcycle shooting flames. Get the details.
Kat’s journey from hospital halls to cricket glory
Kat Dixon is no ordinary hospital admin officer. By day, she’s a key member of the Townsville University Hospital rural service team. But when she’s off work, this 23-year-old is also a national indoor cricket star, gearing up for the 2025 World Cup.
Business rally to support veterans, families ahead of Legacy Week
Northern Legacy has partnered with physiotherapy group Health First to provide vital health and rehabilitation advice to veterans and their families ahead of Legacy Week. Find out more.
Grandfather’s emotional reunion with lifesaving doctors
Reuniting over morning tea with the doctors who saved his life was a ‘cathartic’ moment for 63-year-old grandfather David Seath after a deadly infection almost cost him everything. This is his story.
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