Watchdog makes call on Cairns mayor
An investigation into a Far North mayor’s alleged use of ratepayer resources for her own personal gain has been dropped by the state’s corruption watchdog. WHAT WATCHDOG HAD TO SAY.
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Ergon reveals timeline on power restoration to 3356 homes
Thousands of Ergon Energy customers have been left without power after large trees fell on transmission lines north west of Port Douglas.
Builder denied bail after allegedly defrauding Qld flood victims
Police have charged a builder with a long list of fraud-related charges after he allegedly took money from Far North Qld flood victims promising reconstruction work but failing to deliver.
Fast food giants revealed for one stop drive-through restaurant hub
Excitement is building following the start of construction of a fast food hub as major national restaurant chains lock-in long-term commercial leases. Full development details.
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‘Unusual behaviour’: Man hid from police in croc-inhabited creek
A wanted man who evaded police for hours by hiding in a creek known to be crocodile habitat has been sentenced on a slew of assault, drug and obstruction charges.
Rugby league player sentenced for rape of seven-year-old girl
After his arrest for rape and indecent treatment of a seven-year-old girl, a “depraved” Cairns construction worker and rugby league player confessed to indecently assaulting a five-year-old 20 years earlier, a court has heard.
Repeat offender from resi care in court for alleged gang assault
A young boy living in the resi care system has pleaded guilty to armed robbery in company with violence over his role in a brutal and protracted attack at Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
Man killed in Bruce Highway crash with truck
A man is dead after a devastating crash involving a prime mover and a car on the Bruce Highway. LATEST
Magic, music and ‘zillions’ of fun at Cairns Children’s Festival
From performances by Zindzi and the Zillionaires, to weaving, LEGO-mania, silent discos, quiet spaces and a magical Harry Potter evening, the Cairns Children’s Festival had something for every little one.
Thrills, slips and winners at MTB World Championships finals
The world’s best masters downhill and cross country mountain bike racers are hitting the trails, racing against the clock and their competitors at Smithfield with Australians taking out seven of the downhill titles and eight locals stepping onto the podium.
Best Far North buildings acknowledged at awards
Cairns architects have cleaned-up at a prestigious awards ceremony, with some of the city’s most iconic buildings honoured for their impeccable designs and innovative restorations.
MP takes aim at care providers ahead of probe in ‘broken system’
A Far North MP has accused large out-of-care home providers of gaming the system to “rake in rake millions in profits” as the LNP makes good on a promise to investigate a “broken” Child Safety system.
Old Snake seeks answers on Taipans proposed sale
A former Cairns Taipans skipper has called on the club’s hierarchy to outline the terms of its proposed sale as the publicly-owned club seeks to secure a private backer in a bid to remain competitive with its NBL rivals.
Parents rejoice! Beloved children’s festival returns to Far North
The much-loved Cairns Children’s Festival returns this weekend with a packed schedule full of activities to keep your kids entertained, for at least a few hours.
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