MAPPED: Nurses, midwives reveal extent of Qld health horrors
Burnt out and exhausted nurses and midwives are being stretched to breaking point amid skyrocketing demand for care and a long-running staff shortage. SEE THE MAP
Townsville
Calls for stricter vape laws to rein in dodgy tobacconists
Court penalties are being used as a last resort to rein in dodgy tobacconists prompting calls to enforce strict cigarette and vape laws.
Townsville LEGO store a brick above the rest
The North Queensland toystore has celebrated topping other shops from across the country and New Zealand.
It’s OK to not be a ‘cool parent’: Get the most out of the 2025 school year
A pediatrician is helping parents build a great routine as the start of the school year looms. Here’s why you need to limit screen time before bed and what foods will keep your kids fuelled for the day.
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From road trains to ice creams: Donna’s shop hits the sweet spot
A former road train driver has found herself an unusual customer mix, selling coffees in the mornings, and ice-cream to kids after school.
Rollingstone ready to go totally tropical for Pineapple Festival
Get ready for all things pineapple at the Rollingstone Pineapple Festival this Saturday, where you can eat, cook, toss, race, and even dress up like a pineapple.
Youth crime attack – Douglas
A Townsville mum talks about the moment her son was allegedly attacked and robbed by a group of youths armed with a knife in Douglas last October….
Burdekin Rum’s journey from sugarcane crush to bottle
Burdekin Rum have started work on their latest special edition spirit. See how they turn Giru sugarcane into a bottle of 45 per cent alcohol in just six weeks. WATCH THE VIDEO.
How Townsville charity is changing lives worldwide with CBA’s backing
Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn made a special visit to Townsville to meet with the local charity Flourishing Women, which is transforming lives worldwide. Find out more.
Troops reel in funds for Legacy at fishing comp
Northern Queensland defence personnel, veterans and their families have been armed with fishing rods and nets in the coming days – helping to raise much needed funds for Legacy.
‘100 plus’ concussions: Why mayor misled voters
Townsville’s embattled mayor is facing fresh allegations of deception, conceding he misled voters about his education, business nous and military career. VOTE IN OUR POLL.
Mayor’s military history referred to integrity watchdog
Queensland’s council integrity watchdog has been asked to investigate Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson’s military history after questions were raised during official Anzac week duties.
Mayor’s campaign donations, uni degrees now under microscope
Now the subject of a Crime and Corruption Commission probe, further complaints have arisen over the Townsville mayor’s campaign donations and university qualifications.
Kirwan residents targeted in early morning car thefts
Police are on the hunt for the culprits behind the theft of two vehicles from a Kirwan property in the early hours of this morning. Here are the details.
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