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5th August 2024

PM Edition

‘Infuriated’: Thieves captured on video in bumbling break-in

An entrepreneur says a “comedic video” he has posted of the latest break-in of his business belies the seriousness of the crime scourge plaguing Townsville. See the CCTV >>

‘He’d been recently abducted’: Attempted robbery alerts cops to alleged kidnapping

What might be the dumbest attempted robbery in Flinders St history, where a man tried to steal a book off a quiz master, has helped police unravel an alleged kidnapping plot.

Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: $1000-a-minute deal hurting Cowboys

Back in 2017, a 10-year contract for Jason Taumalolo seemed like a good idea. Fast forward to today and the Cowboys now face three more seasons of big salary cap pressure because o...

Cowboys House keeps fire burning during culture celebrations

The families of NRL Cowboys House students added a generous twist of traditional foodie flair to NAIDOC celebrations. See the photos.

New $100m building to inspire next gen STEM students

The latest building investment from James Cook University is aiming to inspire students to study for a career in engineering and science, with the official opening of the $100m Eng...

Emergency services respond to incident on Castle Hill

Parts of the walkway at Castle Hill have been taped off by police as emergency services respond to an incident.

Alleged coke smugglers mentioned in court

Two men who were charged after a yacht they sailed into Townsville on was found with $61 million worth of cocaine have had their matters progress in court.

Influencer’s pain: ‘My whole world turned upside down’

Jenna Cantamessa is turning her struggle into strength, sharing her daily life online and raising awareness about the condition.

Mum's extravagant camping set up divides internet

Complete with a plasma TV for the kids, a sofa, a toaster and multiple double beds...

Drought broken: Aussie band hit No1 on ARIA charts

An Aussie indie rock band has taken out the top spot in the Australian music charts, after a long drought of eight months.