A run-down Cairns events precinct could be radically transformed into a favourite destination for foodies, cultural exhibits and live music with a drain turned into a canal and residential apartments established.
There are now six former police officers in the Queensland Legislative Assembly, and I find that rather reassuring, writes Des Houghton.
Severe Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues to pose a threat to Queensland’s coast, bringing hazardous winds, large waves, and coastal flooding risks despite being well offshore.
A new Far North business has come up with an innovative and modern solution to old-style L plates not adhering properly to non-magnetic vehicles.
Tourism Tropical North Queensland chief executive Mark Olsen speaks on the importance of government investment into tourism in the Far North,…
Tourism Tropical North Queensland chief executive Mark Olsen speaks on the importance of government investment into tourism in the Far North,…
A home has been evacuated on the Atherton Tablelands and vehicle fire tackled by police using a garden hose in a dramatic blaze that destroyed an early model Pajero. See the bodyworn vision.
Paramedics have rushed to a construction site on the Cassowary Coast following reports a tradie has shot himself in the eye.
A fourth Far North sea turtle rescue and education centre is now a step closer to reality following an election pledge from the LNP.
A Bloods and Crips-themed 18th birthday party in Manoora descended into deadly violence as two homegrown rival groups came to blows in the early hours of New Year’s Day in 2022, a court has heard.
Authorities have charged a teenage boy with multiple weapons-related offences after allegedly carrying a firearm in a public place in Mooroobool.
It may be 112.3m kilometres from Earth but a special astronomical event has Far North skywatchers excited about the only comet of 2024 that can be seen with the naked eye.
Newborns’ first cries will echo through Cooktown Hospital again starting in June next year, ending a longstanding fight to bring birthing services back to southern Cape York.
Increased propeller power will help Far North authorities apprehend more criminals with the introduction of a long-mooted police helicopter based on its success in another regional Queensland city, leaders say.
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