Erratic Castle Hill driver hit with taser after injuring police
A woman who injured police officers resisting arrest after driving dangerously up and down Castle Hill has been subdued with a taser. See what she allegedly did.
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Dental crisis as councils ignore fluoride science, children left with rotting teeth
More and more Queensland children are facing major dental procedures as calls grow louder for change. SEE MAP | VOTE IN POLL
100 mile-an-hour MP’s ‘anxious’ wait for cancer results
Townsville’s assistant minister is waiting for her latest test results, as she progresses with a trial drug and chemotherapy in her first few months as a politician.
Teen sentenced over ‘appalling’ $300k NQ crime spree
A teen involved in causing hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage during a crime spree has been told he must work hard to regain trust.
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Fireys battle blaze as two dwellings go up in flames
Firefighters have battled a blaze that engulfed two dwellings in the Townsville suburb of Garbutt.
Killers, Cowboys and Controversy: The biggest stories of September
Townsville’s suspended mayor Troy Thompson was challenged to resign, the Cowboys downed the Knights at home and the Killers announced their massive show. See what else made headlines in September.
‘Pulling at the heartstrings of pet owners’: Local’s warning amid rise in pet scams
The admin of a popular Townsville Facebook group has warned locals not to fall for convincing pet scams that tug at their heartstrings in order to separate them from their cash.
Community organisation welcomes new board president for ‘exciting new chapter’
Townsville group Community Gro, which aims to provide learning opportunities, social interactions, support and emergency relief, have announced their new board president.
‘Beach Bums’ cooking up success as food van expands
Following the success of their beachfront taco van, a Magnetic Island couple have moved into a shop with the hope to grow their business and continue receiving support from the community.
Cops rescue woman from burning home
Body worn camera footage from police officers attending the Mooney Street house fire on December 26 show them running into the home to rescue…
Police officers run into burning house to rescue woman
Police bodycam and CCTV footage have revealed the moment a woman was rescued from her burning home on Boxing Day, as police appeal to three people near the scene to come forward. WATCH THE VIDEOS
Overtaking lanes from Cardwell to Bowen a pitch to minister
Sixteen new overtaking lanes that might cost the state less than $50 million is a small price to pay in saving North Queenslanders’ lives, a road safety advocate says as he prepares to meet the Main Roads Minister. HAVE YOUR SAY
Jailed, on trial and others cleared: Biggest court cases to hit NQ
It was a busy year in Townsville courts in 2024, as local families gained closure — some still without — as offenders charged with murder, manslaughter and serious crime were trialled, jailed and freed. SEE THE LIST
Third Qld girl dies by suicide in past three months
A “beautiful and intelligent” 12-year-old girl who took her own life after relentless bullying online and at school has become the latest tragic addition to the state’s grim roll call.
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