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‘Killing us’: Cairns builders feel pinch of materials shortage

A national materials shortage is putting pressure on a construction gold rush in Cairns with builders having to absorb crippling costs they never saw coming.

Minister urged to resign over mould issue at Rescue 510 base

A key minister has been urged by the Opposition to resign over a failure to act on a mould infestation at the Cairns Rescue 510 helicopter base that has now spread from “un-liveabl...

New look for Cairns Cup 2021 fashion show

The Cairns Cup Carnival will overhaul the much-loved Fashions on the Field events this year, with a new name and three new categories.

Who will receive first Pfizer vaccinations in Cape York this month

Before the main Pfizer vaccination drive kicks off in Cape York in August, this segment of the population will be the first receive their doses this month.

Australian first at Cassowary Coast war games

More than 1800 soldiers stormed ashore on the Cassowary Coast this week and achieved an Australian first with a 70 tonne armoured goliath.

What materials crisis means for FNQ builders and customers

With a construction frenzy gripping the Far North, a Covid-related disruption to supplies is putting added pressure on costs and time frames.

State’s major Victorian border change

One state has announced a major border change with Victoria as the state continues to recover from its latest Covid-19 outbreak.

PM’s vaccine vow after G7 delay

Scott Morrison’s UK trip for the G7 was off to a bad start after his plane was diverted due to heavy fog but it didn’t stop him making a major vaccine pledge.

North Queensland’s Connelly honoured by captaincy nod

Sean Connelly was just glad to be selected in this year’s North Queensland squad, so you can imagine his surprise when he was named as captain of the representative side.

REVEALED: Pride names new fullback

A three-way shoot-out has emerged for the Northern Pride’s No.1 jersey, with electric custodian Jayden Corrigan unlikely to play after he failed a HIA in the club’s win on Sunday. ...