How rapid response unit will fight crime wave
An explosion in youth crime across Cairns has forced Premier David Crisafulli to deploy more cops to the Far North in a bid to curb skyrocketing vehicle thefts from the city’s homes and suburban streets.
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15yo facing charges over alleged sexual assault of woman in carpark
A teenage boy has been charged after allegedly assaulting a woman in a Cairns business carpark during the day, then attempting a break-in shortly afterwards.
Emergency warning issued as FNQ weather deemed ‘health risk’
With “feels like” temps pushing 40C in the Far North, the state health department is calling on residents to protect themselves from the extreme weather, issuing an emergency warning.
‘Help’: Teen crims stalk woman, boot door in
Far North Queensland leaders are calling for additional police resources, as car thefts skyrocket and one long standing MP says he’s never seen crime so bad. WATCH THE VIDEO.
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Toddler flown to hospital after caravan rollover near Cairns
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Origin responds to Douglas gas supply failure disrupting business
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Daintree two-car crash injures three
Three people are injured and police are directing traffic after a two-car collision in the Daintree this morning.
How Cairns Fashion Week put local designer on global map
An emerging Far North designer already featured in Vogue has revealed plans for expansion after a successful night at Cairns Fashion Week’s runway show. See the mega gallery from the runway.
Man allegedly stabbed in the eye with a machete
A 21-year-old man is recovering after he was allegedly stabbed in the eye with a machete in Cairns.
What does change of govt mean for Cowboys’ NRLW relocation
The North Queensland Cowboys will double down on plans to relocate their NRLW team to Cairns despite a change of government creating a potential $15m shortfall for the powerhouse club.
‘She was a legend’: Tireless and passionate Tablelands pillar remembered
A giant of the Tablelands community has been remembered for her leadership in the pork industry, a passionate remote health advocate, mentor and as a selfless volunteer.
‘Don’t risk it’: Why bats in Cairns are in a dangerous phase
Health officials are warning locals against interacting with bats as the potentially disease-carrying mammals commence breeding season – making them highly dangerous, while they appear frail.
Far North council clears up ‘draconian’ local law changes
A Far North council has cleared the air over new laws feared by residents as an “overreach,” causing a social media storm of concerns the local government labelled as “misinformation”.
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