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22nd December 2024

AM Edition

Cyclones, crime and controversy: Our biggest January headlines

As 2024 draws to a close, here’s a look back at the stories that shocked, inspired, and informed Townsville readers, starting with the biggest headlines from January.

Kenneth Coleman appears in court on rape charge

A well-known Charters Towers man and former Australia Day award nominee has appeared in court on an alleged rape charge. He is yet to enter a plea and is out on bail.

Puppy hoping for a Christmas miracle

A puppy called Caesar will be spending Christmas alone in the pound after becoming the only dog to not get adopted out. See why the Charters Towers rangers say he deserves a miracl...

NRL pre-season: Rabbitohs recruit joins club’s growing injury list

South Sydney’s horror run of injuries has continued with one of their star signings expected to miss at least the first month of the season. Plus, North Queensland’s off-season fro...

‘Affordable and unique’: Country Funk and La Vache open

Two friends with a passion for bargains have opened a new two-for-one shop on Gill St, selling everything cowhide, country, and helping people dress head-to-toe in R.M. Williams fo...

‘A second chance at life’: Retired greyhounds up for adoption

Greyhound Adoption Program will be hosting Homeward Hounds at Townsville Showground, hoping to find retired racing greyhounds a loving home for Christmas.

NQ duo roll red carpet on first feature-length film

After sitting in Townsville high school film classes, two filmmakers just presented their first feature-length movie, now available on streaming sites for the world to see.