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27th January 2025

AM Edition

Townsville army prepares for biggest training year since WWII

Army history will be made in 2025 with more countries than ever taking part in Ex. Talisman Sabre and 3rd Brigade receiving the first of its new equipment. Check out what the year ...

First day feelings: Excitement and nerves as kids start school

There will be mixed feelings for former Olympian and mum Cr Suzy Batkovic when she takes her twin girls to school for the first time tomorrow.

Meet Townsville’s inspiring Australia Day award winners

The state president for the RAAF association, a drummer who connects people through the power of music and a teenager raising money for the homeless. Get to know the award winners....

‘It’s in our blood’: Everyday heroes honoured on Australia Day

The “dynamic duo” of a firefighting father and his daughter from Townsville are among dozens of North Queenslanders who have been recognised with Australia Day Awards. SEE THE FULL...

9yo boy killed in alleged murder

A woman has been charged with murder following the death of a nine-year-old boy in Townsville overnight. DETAILS.

Trump ramps up immigration raids; Arrest over ‘violent’ threats

Donald Trump’s mass-deportation offensive has expanded into a major US city, as a man is detained over alleged assassination threats. Follow updates.

‘Hybrid workplace’: Telstra moves into new $32m CBD facility

Telstra’s Townsville workforce will no longer have to work from home after moving into a $32m state-of-the-art office in the CBD. See the photos.

‘Gut said it wasn’t right’: Sudden change mum couldn’t ignore

This Adelaide family thought the sudden change in their daughter’s behaviour was a reaction to their new baby but it was something far more dangerous.

The obscure parking rules that keep catching tourists out

"Never heard of this before!"

What the heck is JOMO? The new trend you’ll want to miss

Sometimes it’s nice to have the luxury of a big fat no, writes Robyn Ingerson.