Cops are finally in charge – now they must steer Qld’s youth crime laws
There are now six former police officers in the Queensland Legislative Assembly, and I find that rather reassuring, writes Des Houghton.
Townsville
‘Two cheeks of the same a–e’: Hilarious election sign pops up
Inappropriate sign pops up making serious claims about this country’s two major political parties.
Fears we could ‘lose’ Fire without $360m arena build
With another grand final locked in for the Townsville Fire fears are building that if the proposed $360m entertainment arena is not approved, the city risks losing one its premier sporting teams to a region with better facilities. VOTE IN OUR POLL.
‘Paying double the price of Brisbane’: Council slams power prices
The North-West Minerals Province will “never be compeitive” without CopperString according to the Mount Isa mayor, who says the region is seeing power bills twice the price of Brisbane’s.
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Thugs dump three cars after overnight spree
Brazen car thieves have left a trail of destruction in Hermit Park this morning, dumping a stash of stolen cars including one they ditched in the river. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE.
NQ artillery to fire first of Aussie made explosives
The 4th Artillery Regiment is preparing for an explosive year, ramping up danger close missions and being some of the first to put Queensland made bombs to the test. Read the details.
‘Push CopperString faster’: Politicians back Mount Isa
A plan by the Mount Isa mayor to diversify her town and focus on cheap electricity has been praised by her state and federal counterparts who warn the success of Mount Isa is “paramount”.
What should I pack? What about pets? Qld cyclone safety guide
Queensland is known for its idyllic weather – as well as its crazy conditions. This is everything you need to know to stay safe during a cyclone. QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Offender jailed for attacking sleeping man with pole
A man was injured after he woke to a man standing at the end of his bed armed with a metal pole, with a court hearing the victim’s roommate let the offender in unknowing as to what would unfold.
‘The fricken bomb’: New bakery aims to be NQ’s best pie shop
With over three decades experience, a Townsville baker is ready to win over the city’s meat pie lovers with his well-tested recipes. See where his new bakery opened.
Power pair switch the dial to Star
Breakfast radio DJs Archie and Donny have given a heartfelt goodbye to their beloved Power 100 listeners and said hello to their new home at Star.
‘Role models aren’t just Ronaldo and Messi – it’s also the women’
The mother of a soccer-lover who idolises a Matilda has spoken about her ‘disgust’ in Marty Sheargold’s comments, saying she is ‘heartbroken’ for tiny sports people who look up to the Aussie icons.
‘No cuts’: Purdie shoots down funding fears for $100m cop hub
The Police Minister has shut down speculation the LNP will slash funding for the Kirwan Police Hub, declaring: “We won’t be cutting anything.” But with car thefts rising in Townsville, is their crime crackdown working? HAVE YOUR SAY IN OUR POLL.
Townsville Courthouse expands to accommodate growing crime rate
The Queensland government has committed to building two new courtrooms in Townsville, injecting an extra $2m into the upgrade to help judges deal with the growing crime rate.
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