Innisfail footy player convicted of selling cannabis, cocaine and MDMA
A young Innisfail rugby league player turned drug peddler employed three runners in his “significant set-up” supplying cannabis, MDMA and cocaine, a Cairns court has heard.
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Man charged with locking up police during illicit tobacco raid
A man accused of trapping police officers and government officials in a Cairns city shop during a raid on an alleged illicit tobacco outlet has been arrested in front of lunchtime crowds.
In pictures: Footy club’s special gesture to celebrate 70 years
From humble beginnings developing swampland into a football field to now boasting more than 300 members, the North Cairns Tigers have come a long way in their 70 years.
FNQ’s quick budget guide
Health, housing and crime – this is what the LNP’s first state budget included for Far North Queensland.
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How a school is fighting plummeting rates of kids not walking, riding
With road safety a significant concern for parents, fewer Australian children walk and bike to school, but Far North Queensland schools are leading the way.
Explained: Eight-hour highway standstill after fatal crash
Police investigating a horrific crash involving a sedan that was crumpled “like a Coke can” have explained why traffic was brought to a standstill for up to eight hours.
‘Ask for help’: Woman opens up about fight to stay off streets
A Cairns resident found herself on the verge of homelessness and unsure how to rebuild — until she connected with the Salvation Army.
‘I’ll f***ing shoot you’: Ice user allegedly ‘aggressively’ arrested after threatening to kill police
An ice user with a history of carrying weapons fled from police into a stranger’s home in Westcourt, holing up in a bedroom, then threatened to shoot officers, a Cairns court has been told.
‘Prone and defenceless’: ‘Vicious’ head stomping assault on father
A “vicious” head stomping attack on a Cairns father along the Esplanade that left him with injuries so severe he had to learn to walk and talk again, has earned the attacker a three year jail sentence.
Man hospitalised after serious assault in Far North Qld
A 27-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious injuries after an alleged assault, prompting police to appeal for public assistance in piecing together the moments leading up to the attack.
Far North bikers now have fix-it guy that comes to your door
A new Far North business is flipping the usual process of road worthy certificates and servicing by offering a mobile motorcycle workshop. Details here.
Resi care kid started using meth aged 12, court hears
A teenage boy diagnosed with FASD, who was introduced to meth at 12 while he was in residential care, has been sentenced on 45 charges.
Full list of Qld medical experts banned from working
They’re meant to be our most trusted members of society – but even health practitioners make bad decisions. SEE THE LIST
World’s top masters in cross-country mountain biking Smithfield
The world’s top masters in cross-country mountain biking were tearing up the trails at Smithfield, racing the clock and each other — with Australians claiming seven downhill titles and eight local riders landing podium finishes. Photo gallery.
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