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10th April 2025

AM Edition

12 months on: City under a dark cloud with no end in sight to Thompson debacle

One year on from the swearing in of now suspended Mayor Troy Thompson, Townsville City Council have said their focus for the next 12 months is “a united front” to deliver for the p...

Youth crime crisis: Qld has nation’s highest kid crim rates

Thousands more youth offenders are being sentenced in Queensland courts than in any other state, underlining the challenge facing Premier David Crisafulli. SEE THE NUMBERS

‘I’ll see you later’: Tradie threatens, assaults cop outside kebab shop

A construction worker who threatened to “rip” a taxi driver’s “jaw off” and later assaulted Night Owl staff in drunken rampages has been told he needs to seek help for his alcohol ...

Has the winter snap happened?

How good is this weather? Temperatures are down to 20 degrees overnight, the windows are open and aircons are off, but is this a false start or the real deal? See what the data say...

‘Sign them up for the next calendar shoot’: Billabong boys reveal all in ‘iconic’ photos

Snakes, stuffed toys, blow-up dolls and a fair bit of cheek. The Billabong Sanctuary staff understood the assignment. SEE THE ICONIC SNAPS.

Extra judge to help clear backlog in courts

The number of district court judges in Townsville will permanently jump to three when a former Cairns lawyer steps into one of the most criticised jobs in town.

Car thief’s ‘bizarre’ questions to victims

A former award-winning BMX rider has been jailed for a crime spree that involved him asking a driver if they had insurance before he sped off stealing the vehicle.

‘Life is at stake’: Prince Harry’s security fight gets personal

Prince Harry’s “life is at stake” and he has experienced a “manifestly inferior” process in the handling of security arrangements when visiting the UK, his barrister claimed.

Irwins reveal luxe new holiday spot, complete with crocodiles

Staying in Australia Zoo’s new luxury Crocodile Cabins is an up-close with nature experience.

Parents’ best ever camping hack is what we all need

Two WA parents turned a boring caravan function into an entertaining hub that’s the envy of campers everywhere.