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20th January 2025

PM Edition

WATCH: Girls brutally attacked in ‘vicious’ pool incident

A trip to Townsville has ended in terror for one family after two teenage girls were allegedly viciously attacked at a popular public pool by a group of strangers. SEE THE VIDEO.

Ambulance called to court: Man drops in dramatic scenes

The boyfriend of a woman who had her arm bitten off by a dog dropped to the courtroom floor claiming he was experiencing a medical episode as he was sentenced to jail for drugs and...

‘Mega cruise ship week’ kicks off with mixed reviews

Townsville’s tourism advocates are finding new ways to help cruise ship visitors see the best the city has to offer, but some visitors have still been left feeling let down by our ...

‘Why am I doing this?’: Long, hard lap around Aus to raise money for charity

Townsville veteran Garth Murray and his assistance dog Max had to dig deep to make it all the way to Sydney in as part of their walk around Australia. Get the update on their journ...

Push to dissolve trust delaying JCU housing project

The state government is stepping in to help James Cook University dissolve a charitable trust standing in the way of developing 100 hectares of unused land for housing. Here’s why....

Water bombers assist with ‘inaccessible’ Mount Isa fires

Firefighters are battling three Mount Isa grass fires, with water bombers brought in to help.

Teen’s serious scooter crash sparks fresh calls for equipment

Community members have been left waiting for a life saving piece of equipment despite promises of new infrastructure two years ago, leaving patients to risk their health to travel ...

Country superstar lands in Australia ahead of sold out tour

Country music icon Luke Combs has landed on the Gold Coast ahead of his record-breaking Australian tour.

Huge problem facing fast-food giant

Experts say the US brand will be facing an uphill battle as it tries to crack the Australian fast-food market.

The five hottest sex trends sweeping Australia this year

Want to stay ahead of the game? These are the hottest sex trends – in and out of the bedroom – set to take over Australia this year.