Let farmers shoot crocodiles, says Qld deputy mayor
A Far North Queensland deputy mayor wants to give farmers and landholders the authority to shoot crocodiles on their property. This is her “commonsense” argument.
Cairns
Why public department ‘freed’ of meeting marine project deadline
The Far North is turning away “millions of dollars” in contracts everyday Cairns’ most significant infrastructure project since the international airport is delayed.
Parking win revealed for hospital workers
Hospital staff will have access to a new designated parking area and larger shuttle bus in less than two weeks. How it will work.
Watchdog makes call on Cairns mayor
An investigation into a Far North mayor’s alleged use of ratepayer resources for her own personal gain has been dropped by the state’s corruption watchdog. WHAT WATCHDOG HAD TO SAY.
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New shops coming in $10m upgrade of Cairns retail hub
Construction work is about to kick off on a $10m expansion of a major Cairns shopping centre that before this Christmas will be home to a total of 40 specialty stores as well as Coles and Woolies.
How toxic firefighting foam will impact $359m road upgrade
For the first time TMR has revealed the presence of toxic firefighting foam at the Cairns Airport that will need to be cleaned up at a huge cost before the progressing of the CBD to Smithfield link.
Far North teen diagnosed with epilepsy to take on ‘bucket list’ race solo
A Mount Molloy teen had just turned 18 when an epilepsy diagnosis ripped his independence from him. Now he is reclaiming it by taking on a 140km race solo to raise funds for the condition.
53 year old amasses 52 page criminal history in ‘record’ for Cairns court
A man whose alcohol-fuelled misbehaviour has helped him to amass a 52-page criminal history at 53 years old, has pleaded guilty to another four charges in Cairns Magistrates Court.
Vote now: Who makes FNQ’s best vanilla slice?
Whether it’s the crumbly pastry topped with icing sugar, or the creamy vanilla filling, we want to know what makes a great vanilla slice, and who makes the best in Far North Queensland.
Senator accuses Opposition Leader of ‘ignoring’ Far North
A Labor senator has accused Peter Dutton of ‘ignoring’ the region, calling out the Opposition Leader for not setting foot in the Far North for more than 85 days.
Daintree Microgrid Program ‘no-brainer’ as LNP recommit funds
The former Member for Leichhardt questioned Labor’s green credentials as the LNP recommited funds towards an environmental energy project, axed by the government this term.
‘Golden opportunity’: Cairns council digs in on $450m housing plan
Angry developers have confronted Cairns Regional Council at a stakeholder meeting, arguing that it’s failing to meet an urgent demand for housing despite unveiling its $450m plan to boost supply earlier this month.
Child’s play becomes political tug-of-war in Leichhardt
Kuranda families will have a safe space for bubs and toddlers with Labor’s candidate for Leichhardt Matt Smith committing $5m to build a kindergarten in the rainforest village, if elected.
In photos: Photographer left ‘heartbroken’ by bleaching event
An underwater photographer working on the Great Barrier Reef says widespread bleaching has left her “heartbroken”, but tourism operators say there’s still plenty for visitors to see.
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