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A ‘Jekyll and Hyde-type’, a ‘kingpin’, and now, a high-profile example of a criminal exercise in local government. After a five year investigation, John Mugambi Mwamba has been imprisoned.
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‘Criminal exercise’: Former Palm Island council officer imprisoned
A ‘Jekyll and Hyde-type’, a ‘kingpin’, and now, a high-profile example of a criminal exercise in local government. After a five year investigation, John Mugambi Mwamba has been imp...
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‘Still impressive’: Townsville powers through economic headwinds
Townsville’s property market has remained strong over the past year, despite challenging economic headwinds, according to a new report. Read the analysis.
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Groups outline state budget wishlist for North Queensland
With the state government’s budget announcement next week, two North Queensland groups have revealed what is on their wishlist for the region.
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When the chute opens Townsville champion bareback rider Ryan Livingstone concentrates on three things for the next eight seconds – hard feet, keeping his hand closed on the handle ...
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Fatal hit-and-run charge before court
A man accused of hitting a teen with his car in a fatal hit and run has fronted court from jail shedding light on new charges he faces.
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‘Opportunities and challenges’: RBA hears from NQ businesses
Business leaders have raised NQ’s economic challenges including insurance costs, labour affordability and availability, with the Reserve Bank of Australia. See how they responded.
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‘Held to the highest possible account’: Deep dive into embattled Mayor’s DV history
Mayor Troy Thompson history with domestic violence has been aired on national TV as he takes a leave of absence from the council.
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