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24th January 2025

AM Edition

The 25 year old keeping a dying trade alive

A Townsville man is dedicating his time to preserving the traditional skill and keeping the Australian craft alive.

Respected NQ priest pleads guilty to drink driving

A high-profile North Queensland priest has fronted court on a drink-drive charge.

‘Selfie deaths’: Waterfall warning after recent deaths

A senior North Queensland academic is warning of the hidden dangers of waterfalls ahead of the Australia Day long weekend after a shocking number of recent fatalities.

Cowboys prop Coen Hess reflects on the toughest year of his career

Coen Hess has opened up about the isolation he felt over the past 12 months as he eyes an NRL return more than 500 days in the making. Read why he is ready to repay the faith shown...

‘A long time coming’: Palm Island Council welcomes home ownership scheme

For community leaders on Palm Island, the announcement from the state government of a home ownership scheme is welcome news that has been a long-time coming, allowing residents to ...

Man in custody makes bold escape attempt at airport

A 28-year-old man allegedly tried to break free from custody in dramatic fashion, jumping out of a police van and making a run for it at Mount Isa Airport. Here’s what happened nex...

‘Life-changing’: New fans bringing cool change to social housing

For Rasmussen social housing resident Bronwyn Grainer, new ceiling fans are making a world of difference in beating the summer heat. She is one of the first to receive a new fan u...

‘I would cry all day, I was broken inside’: Steph Rice’s secret battle

In her first interview since her life took a dramatic turn 12 months ago, Stephanie Rice, now a Christian, married and living in Dubai, reveals how she found happiness after her da...

650 jobs to go as iconic Aussie brand axed

An iconic Aussie clothing brand is closing its stores after a buyer was unable to be found for the chain, with hundreds to lose their jobs.

Guy Pearce leads Aussie hopes at Oscars

Geelong’s favourite son, Guy Pearce, has been nominated for his first Academy Award but another Australian superstar was snubbed. Read on for the full list of nominations.