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‘Cheeky, funny girl’: Meet Townsville’s Cutest Toddler of 2025

Caitlyn Anchen has described her daughter Isla as a “sweet” girl, after winning Townsville’s Cutest Toddler of 2025. See what set her apart.

‘I want to inspire’: Radio host takes on Indigenous Marathon Project

Townsville radio host Arika Appleby hopes to inspire young people across North Queensland, after being selected for the Indigenous Marathon Project 2025.

‘Building of the Year’ uses unique roof to keep cool

A Townsville building designed to keep naturally cool in our tropical climate has been awarded ‘building of the year’ at the AIA’s NQ Awards. See how it works.

‘Accept your fate’: Violent rapist’s contempt for teen victim

A cold-blooded, convicted rapist who took a depraved photo of his young female victim in a bid to hide his appalling crimes has failed to reduce the length of his prison sentence.

‘Smoking ruin’: Brutal call on Coalition split

The Coalition has split after agreement talks broke down, with one senior party leader revealing the refused “reasonable request” that sparked the chaos.

Second man charged over highway kidnapping of nurse

More than 30 years after a nurse was allegedly kidnapped on a highway in outback Queensland, a 66-year-old man North Queensland man has faced court.

Anti-dumping advocate calls for harsher penalties for litterers

Waste dumpers should face harsher penalties and more patrols should be in place to prevent illegal dumping, according to a Townsville litter legend who has been working hard to cle...

Aussie activewear brand collapses amid $13m debt pile

A popular athleisure brand, known for its bold, bright and inclusive gym clothes, has gone bust owing over $13m to creditors, leaving administrators scrambling to secure a buyer.

Harry and Meg snubbed as Kate, Will make prestigious list

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex failed to make the cut on an influential list of the world’s greatest do-gooders while Prince William and Princess Catherine were given quite the nod...

Why RBA cut is really bad news for struggling Aussies

The RBA’s latest move to cut rates in May is a double-edged sword, with experts painting a bleak picture for many Aussies.