Construction paralysed: 77k homes, Olympic venues at risk
Productivity in Queensland’s construction industry has plummeted while the cost of projects will surge unless there are major reforms, a damning new report reveals.
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Cops, nurses, tradies: How Qld teacher salaries really stack up
Queensland teachers have voted overwhelmingly to strike over pay, but how do their salaries compare to nurses, police and retail workers? SEE THE WAGES
$20 million+ instruments: Inside Cairns newest music fest
From $20 million violins to instruments so rare they travel the world to get fixed, learn everything about Cairns newest festival. Watch full video.
New step for investigation into Cairns Mayor’s CEO appointment
An investigation into a Far North mayor’s decision to hire her campaign adviser as acting CEO has taken a major step forward as councillors raise new concerns about a potential leak from within.
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Review: Addams Family brings spooky charm to Cairns stage
Despite the pre-show warning of a ‘frightful’ evening, I still screamed when jump-scared by a member of the ensemble waiting in the wings to freak out the audience. READ THE REVIEW.
‘It’s happened’: Minister caught out on divisive youth jail consultation
The Youth Justice Minister has walked back on her comments about consulting Cairns councillors over a controversial youth detention centre proposed for the southside. What was said.
Inside Far North early intervention program for at-risk kids
A Far North adventure-based service has been tasked with mentoring the region’s at-risk kids under the state government’s early intervention schemes. How they’ll do it.
Cello prodigy secured for first ever Cairns classical music festival
A classical savant and first Australian ever admitted into one of Europe’s most esteemed music schools will be a leading artist at the inaugural Cairns chamber music event next year.
Heartwarming update on curlew left for dead on barbed-wire fence
Wildlife carers have an update on the poor young curlew that was strung up by the feet on a barbed wire fence and left to die last week. Warning: Disturbing content
Fire crews responding to ‘well involved’ structure fire in Gordonvale
At least three fire crews are responding to reports of a ‘well involved’ structure fire in Gordonvale.
Did we snap you at the La Festa event?
Friends and families came together for the Cairns Italian Festival’s La Festa on Saturday. Check out the photo gallery.
Your guide to the 2025 Cairns Italian Festival
The Cairns Italian Festival spans more than a week with a range of events spanning opera, Italian language, morning masses, football and of course the best food and wine Italy has to offer.
All the ‘kooky and spooky’ Addams Family Musical photos
The Cairns Choral Society kicked off it’s sold-out eight-show run of the Addams Family Musical this week. See the photos!
Referee calls off clash after brutal fight in FNQRL reserve grade
Referee calls off clash after brutal fight in FNQRL reserve grade.
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