A Cairns ratepayer is calling for the return of water infrastructure and delivery back to the state government – calling it a “constitutional right” beyond local council capability. Who owns Qld’s dams – interactive map.
A Queensland woman accused of making more than 1000 phone calls to the father of her four children after the breakdown of their 19-year relationship has been refused bail.
Police have urged tourists and residents to consider their safety while swimming at Far North Queensland waterholes, following the death of an international tourist on Monday.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested at a retirement village after he allegedly fled a stolen car when police managed to spike the vehicle’s tyres.
Police have charged two boys after an alleged spree involving the theft of a car and fuel, a break-in at a business in Innisfail, and a crash in suburban Cairns that left another teen in a critical condition.
Two weeks after being cleared to walk the runway by her physiotherapist, Cairns Fashion Week’s youngest designer made her event debut. How she made it a success.
Far North traditional owners still reeling from an unprecedented natural disaster have been delivered another blow with the federal government backing out of a major $20m renewable project.
A revolutionary fullback with lightning speed, devilishly good looks and an excruciatingly intense media spotlight. If anyone knows what Reece Walsh is going through, it’s Billy Slater.
The man hit by a car and killed at South Mossman last weekend has been by fondly remembered by co-workers for his smile, enthusiasm and work ethic.
From a dedicated tequila bar and Mexican inspired menu to digital darts, shuffleboard tables, beer pong tables and a bowling alley, this fun venue is the city’s newest place to hang out.
Cairns plane spotters are counting down the days to the first ever touch down of a highly advanced supersonic, stealth fighter at the Cairns Airport. When and where to catch the F-35A.
A remote Far North Queensland council has issued an urgent water notice to residents across the region due to critically low water levels.
Coinciding with the first downpour of the wet season the state traffic authority has announced a delayed end to reconstruction work of the beleaguered Kuranda Range Road.
From musician to politician, Bree James might not be conventional but she’s passionate and ready to put it all on the line.
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