A convicted meth trafficker at the helm of a Queensland building firm elevated as a preferred supplier claims a Cape York council knew about his criminal past, but the council has said otherwise.
A government-owned electricity retailer is increasing power prices by double the amount of some of its rivals in Qld. See if you’re affected and watch the video on how to get a better deal.
CQUniversity might be gearing up to build a new campus in Cairns, but staff, leaders and supporters took a night to celebrate education provider’s 10 years in the Far North.
Queensland’s early childhood leaders have sent a message to predators — do not come here if you want to harm children — as the state’s Education Minister works towards a national registry.
A 63-year-old man had died as a result of injuries sustained in a Cassowary Coast paragliding accident on Monday afternoon.
Police have responded in numbers to a domestic disturbance following reports of loud screams coming from a Far North home on Tuesday morning.
A Queensland coroner has condemned systemic failures at Brisbane’s Princess Alexandra Hospital that contributed to the death of a Far North Queensland man following his transfer from Cairns Hospital.
A woman who had her prized car, which was bequeathed to her by her late partner, stolen during a crime spree by a gang of teens says she is now scared to live in her own home.
The Opposition has slammed the LNP for abandoning a TAFE employment program despite not committing to the scheme in its own budget beyond this year.
Cazalys Top Dog was back better than ever on the weekend with oodles of poodles and plenty of pooches showing off in competitions including the Dachshund Dash to find FNQ’s fastest wiener dog to raise money for the RSPCA.
Some of Cairns’ youngest and most talented entrepreneurs have brought out their best products in a showcase displaying just what our region’s youth can do in the business space.
Cairns will become a world-class destination for super yachts and navy vessels to receive tune-ups and repairs with premier David Crisafulli vowing to “get the show back on the road” and build critical infrastructure for the region.
Police officers have been questioned about “red mist” at an inquest examining whether police “frustration” and “hyperfixation” contributed to the stolen car crash death of 14-year-old Bradley Smith.
A Far North documentary production company has beat 100 submissions from 61 countries to win a huge pitch at a prestigious film marketplace in France.
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