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Queensland Health officials supported by the Brisbane Major Organised Crime Squad raided an illicit tobacco outlet on Grafton St in the Cairns CBD on Monday. Picture: Peter Carruthers

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Cops raid alleged illicit tobacco shops, but will it stop the trade?

Health authorities have raided illicit tobacco stores around Cairns, but industry insiders have warned the crackdown may bring violent repercussions against legal traders.

Rajwinder SIngh seated in front of the public gallery on day eight of his murder trial. Picture: Julie Haysom

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Accused Rajwinder Singh not giving evidence in Toyah Cordingley murder trial

Rajwinder Singh’s defence team have confirmed he will be not be giving or calling evidence at his murder trial as the Crown closes its case.

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Man charged after Port Douglas skipper makes citizen’s arrest

A man has been tied to a signpost in a Port Douglas citizen’s arrest by the skipper of a prawn boat after the would-be thief allegedly tried to steal the vessel from a public jetty.

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DNA expert quizzed on sperm and fingernail clippings

Fingernail clippings removed from the body of Toyah Cordingley after she was killed at Wangetti Beach in 2018 have been the focus on Monday as the trial of Rajwinder Singh enters week four. LIVE COURT UPDATES

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Samantha Martin, who runs the Bush Tukka Cultural Hub at the Showgrounds, posted a video to Facebook saying her garden had also been robbed at least four times inÂ âsenseless break-insâ. Picture: Facebook

‘Not fair’: Showgrounds precinct hit by multiple thefts in weeks

A sole thief has allegedly targeted the Cairns Showgrounds over recent weeks, stealing thousands of dollars worth of copper pipes and gardening equipment from the volunteer-run facility.

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The Daily Telegraph Friday 31 October 2025 Autism for all Mastheads Father Allan Jensen and his autistic son Felix Jensen aged 9 pictured in parramatta park. Picture Thomas Lisson

Autism rates in your council area: Number of cases and the NDIS bill

Autism diagnoses are skyrocketing as NDIS spending on the condition surges past $9bn a year – but parents of kids like Felix say it’s still a struggle to get adequate support.

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Shannon Brian Chapple, 37, pleaded guilty in Cairns Magistrates Court to causing a public nuisance in a licenced premises in December 2022 and failing to comply with a police requirement when they activated their lights and sirens in January 2023.

Outlaw biker jailed after cops find cocaine in lunch bag with his name on it

A senior Cairns Mongols member has been jailed after police found a ‘large quantity’ of cocaine in a lunch bag bearing his name during an operation targeting outlaw motorcycle gangs.

Firefighters were called to to blaze at Craiglie on Sunday morning. Picture: Supplied

‘Started by lightning’: Fears storms could spark more fires

Scorching temperatures and dry patches have sparked 11 vegetation fires from Mackay to Cape York, with crews warning incoming storms could trigger even more blazes.

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180+ PICS: The best Foley Shield moments of the century

180+ PICS: The best Foley Shield moments of the century

It’s the most iconic rugby league competition in North Queensland, and now you can look back at the greatest moments from the Foley Shield from the last 25 years. MEGA PIC GALLERY:

Ricky Mackenzie, 27, pleaded guilty to six charges of keeping or taking native animals and was fined $4000 in Cairns Magistrates Court. Picture: Instagram.

Wildlife influencer fronts court for messing with lizards and death adder

An Instagramer who worked with controversial internet celebrity ‘The Real Tarzann’ has fronted court on wildlife charges after handling lizards and deadly snakes for tourists to snap at Cape York.

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Shock figures: The wild number of Aussie kids diagnosed with autism

More Australian children than ever are being diagnosed with autism, outstripping comparable countries. Search for details on the NDIS funding and client numbers where you live.

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Lotus Glen mental health team, Senior Psychologist Beth Fulton and Psychologist Talitha Aimes were recognised for their commitment and contributions to community safety.

‘Extraordinary work’: Prison officers honoured in state awards

A mental health team and Justice of the Peace volunteer have earned top honours for transforming prisoner support at one of the Far North’s key correctional centres.

Nicola Baker, founder of Moyamoya Australia, at the annual Aussie Locums Blue Tie Gala Ball – a fundraiser for Moyamoya Australia. Picture: Sandhya Ram

How Far North mum took top gong at international awards

A Far North mum and entrepreneur has been recognised for her volunteer and advocacy efforts at an international awards ceremony.

Torres Strait Islands and NPA Police generic. Picture: Supplied/QPS

Call to ‘rip money’ from remote Cape police stations condemned

The police union had delivered a scathing rebuke of a decision to strip on-call officer allowances they claim will deliver poorer outcomes for remote communities, however the top brass says changes are aimed at managing fatigue and wellbeing of staff.

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