Two charged after group bashing of children at remote town
Two children are nursing injuries after becoming accosted in the street, surrounded and bashed at a remote indigenous community north of Cairns.
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Farm labourer’s ‘despicable’ stalking and kill threats to ex-partner
A Mareeba farm labourer who threatened to kill his former partner after their break-up, prompting her to flee, has been sentenced to jail, and will likely soon be deported home to Vanuatu.
What’s the secret to having the best gym?
From hosting workout sessions in the park to being voted FNQ’s best gym by Cairns Post readers, BLVE Fitness has come a long way since its founding in 2019.
Rubbish truck forced to dump load on fire
A rubbish truck has been forced to dump a load of garbage on fire which may have been caused by electrical waste being improperly disposed.
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Secret plan to pause hospital expansion revealed, says Opposition
The Queensland Opposition claims a secret report reveals major works planned at Cairns’ Hospital could be delayed.
‘Will make no difference:’ Illicit tobacco shops shut to open 72 hours later
A co-ordinated crackdown on a booming illicit cigarette trade across Far North Queensland this week has coincided with a tobacco mule walking on serious charges after allegedly being busted with $260,000 and 100kg of chop-chop.
Far North drenched by record-breaking rainfall
The Far North has recorded its wettest March rainfall totals in history, with records up to 111-year-old records smashed in 2025.
Cape First Nations experience shines at national awards
Cape York Peninsula Lodge, located in the remote and breathtaking Cape region of Bamaga, has been recognised among the best in the country at a national awards ceremony.
‘Maintain vigilance’: Melioidosis outbreak claims more lives
The melioidosis outbreak has claimed two more lives in Cairns, as case numbers continue to grow alongside the wettest March in Far North Queensland’s history.
How the Olympics will transform Cairns infrastructure
Upgrading existing sports and roads infrastructure are on the agenda for the Far North after it was announced the region would host two Olympic events in 2032.
Qld land owners brace for monster rate increase as values soar
Ratepayers in Brisbane and across Queensland could be smashed by hikes after property values skyrocketed over the past two years. SEARCH THE INTERACTIVE
Video: Missing Aurukun man taken to medical facility
A 52-year-old man reported missing near Aurukun has been found, bringing an end to a five-day search operation by authorities and the community. Watch the video.
Arrest video: Rider busted with gun and cash after prang
A man who broke his leg after crashing into a car while on the run from police with a backpack full of cash and a gun then attempted to steal the damaged vehicle before being arrested.
Cardwell flooded again as businesses delay opening
Colin Oke was preparing to reopen his Cardwell caravan park after it was inundated with flooding in February, before more rain smashed the Far North Queensland coastal town and it was submerged again.
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