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Rolling Far North Queensland 2024 council election coverage
There were some upsets and shock defeats - see the rolling coverage of the elections in Far North Queensland including Cairns where few guessed the likely mayor.
Welcome to our live coverage of the Far North Queensland council elections.
Follow here for rolling updates on how voting and results play out across the Cairns, Cassowary Coast, Tablelands, Mareeba, Douglas and Cape York regions.
Originally published as Rolling Far North Queensland 2024 council election coverage
Live Updates
Hwy reopened, three hospitalised following multi-vehicle crash
The Kennedy Highway has been reopened to traffic following multi-vehicle crash, which left three people hospitalised, on Thursday afternoon.
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‘Hectic wildfire season’: Deliberately lit bushfires
A Far North Queensland-based firefighter has warned many homes are not prepared for fire-season as crews contain fires claimed to be deliberately lit.
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FNQ’s collection of on-road oddities and troppo transport options
From a kid towing a boat behind an e-scooter to a go-kart on the main drag of a Tablelands town, the Far North has no shortage of on-road oddities when you just have to get there. See the hilarious list.
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YOUR SAY: Qld’s election promises unpacked
Queenslanders have been promised a lot in recent months ahead of October’s state election – but what can we trust and what is simply a vote-grab? HAVE YOUR SAY
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Police seize rifles and handguns in firearm blitz
A police crackdown on illegal firearms including raids on properties throughout Far North Queensland has resulted in the seizure of 18 unlicensed or unregistered weapons. Watch the video.
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Masked gang’s violent home invasion in southern Cairns
Police are seeking witnesses after a masked gang broke into a home in Bentley Park, targeting residents and damaging property. Find out more here.
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