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23rd September 2024

PM Edition

Plans unveiled for new Townsville hub to double DV crisis support

In response to the alarming rise in domestic violence calls, the LNP has unveiled a $31m plan to strengthen domestic and family violence support services, including a new Townsvill...

Why owners of beloved Maggie Island cafe are moving on

After captivating tastebuds on Magnetic Island for the past eight years, the owners of a popular cafe are closing and selling their business. See what will happen next.

‘I will abolish First Nations Ambassador role’: Dutton

The world’s only First Nations People Ambassador — appointed by the Albanese government — took nine overseas trips amassing a huge bill of $145k, prompting Opposition Leader Peter ...

Ocean-inspired artist shrinks things down for unique souvenirs

You’ve seen her work splashed on the walls of Townsville Airport — now resin artist Brenda Stone is offering travellers downsized versions of her ocean-inspired art as unique souve...

3rd Brigade change thousands of lives with lifeline bridge

When Townsville combat engineers in PNG spotted a bridge in disrepair, they took matters into their own hands. Read how their quick action has transformed the lives of thousands.

Australia’s biggest bikie clubhouses: Where are they now?

Intense police crackdowns have squeezed most Aussie bikies out of their traditional clubhouses. See what happened to those properties and the insane wealth still tied up in old hau...

Residents’ fury over 12,000-tonne dredging dump plan

Magnetic Island locals are fuming over council’s plan to dump 12,000 tonnes of dredged soil in their neighbourhood, accusing them of hiding behind vague zoning rules to make ...

Comedian’s surprise role after The Project controversy

Reuben Kaye has landed a major role in Jesus Christ Superstar, even though he offended Christians across the country last year with a lewd joke. Here’s why he thinks he&rsquo...

Mum diagnosed with same rare cancer that claimed her husband

A Melbourne mum says telling her children that she had been diagnosed with the same rare cancer that claimed the life of their dad was “profoundly difficult”, as she fi...

‘A s**t show’: Surfer who fought off a shark, lost a leg speaks out

Surfer Kai McKenzie whose leg was severed as he fought off a three-metre shark has spoken about the difficulties he has faced since the attack.