The group reeling in veterans to fish and forge friendships
NQ Reeling Veterans is casting its net further into Queensland with new boats and sponsors, getting more veterans on the water to help with their mental health and mateship. How to join.
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Mangoes, cockies and WA: Cyclone signs put to the test
Do black cockatoos mean rain? Does a good mango season mean no cyclones? We’ve tested common cyclone myths against 50 years of BOM data to see if the local wisdom is true.
‘Don’t really give a s**t’: Woman speaks out on anti-Semitic video
A Townsville shopkeeper has spoken out after a fiery tirade against two Israeli backpackers was caught on video and went viral, sparking outrage over its anti-Semitic remarks.
Two in custody as hunt for cop’s stolen gun continues
UPDATE: Two men are now in custody as police ramp up their search for others linked to a daring crime spree that saw cars stolen and the theft of a police firearm. Here’s the latest.
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Career change proving the right choice for mural artist
With her latest project being her biggest so far, a 16 metre long by 7 metre high mural done in just 11 days, mural artist Katie Richardson is happy she decided on a career change.
Townsville surgeon sending medical donations to Ukraine
With the ongoing humanitarian crisis following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a North Queensland plastic surgeon is leading a campaign to make a difference.
Grammar’s first ever junior school play gets ready to show
A new set of superstars will be in the spotlight this weekend, acting in Townsville Grammar School’s ‘Alice’s Magical Adventure’ as the school expands it’s performing arts offerings.
Charges for man accused of running child abuse material network progress
The case for a Townsville man charged for his alleged role as an administer of child abuse material is set to progress in coming weeks as he remains in the community on bail.
Labor pick candidate to take on Thompson
An active member of the Townsville community who was raised in a poor rural household is the Australian Labor Party’s candidate for the federal seat of Herbert.
Horrifying data reveals DV spike during State of Origin
While State of Origin can be a time of celebration, for many it is also a time full of fear as a study shows a spike in domestic violence around game time. Here’s what a Townsville advocate had to say.
‘Get out there and do it’: On Country program secures boost
Indigenous apprentice boilermaker Jake Harrigan can’t take the smile off his face after finding full time employment after completing a First Nations work employment program.
‘A slap in the face’: Thompson calls out Pliberseks ‘pathetic’ response on Reef HQ’s future
Herbert MP Phillip Thompson has called out the Labor Government’s response to a Parliamentary question in regards to the update of the Reef HQ refurbishment, calling it a ‘kick in the guts’.
‘Historic upswing’: 63 projects worth $33b in NQ pipeline
In what is being touted as an ‘historic upswing’, more that 60 projects worth $33b are planned for North Queensland before the end of the decade.
Local artist using abstract art to create connections
Townsville local Shane Dale connected with disability providers Trade Centre HQ and Unique Partnerships to support his passion for art, now he’s sold his first artwork.
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