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18th April 2025

PM Edition

Young girl with rare bone disease to tackle Magnetic Island hike

A Townsville family will be taking on a 12km Magnetic Island hike, despite their child being diagnosed with a bone disease so rare doctors hadn’t heard of it.

Emergency crews on scene after motorcycle hits kangaroo on Bruce Highway

A motorcyclist is being treated after a crash in the Burdekin. DETAILS >

Free doughnuts: Krispy Kreme reveals Townsville opening date

Townsville’s first drive-through Krispy Kreme will officially be opening it’s doors on May 2, and the franchise has revealed exciting rewards for dedicated fans

Beloved Townsville cafe shuts doors indefinitely

An ongoing funding struggle has led to the shock closure of a loved cafe. Here’s why.

‘He’s a family legend’: Special honour for WWII soldier

A beloved uncle and World War II soldier remembered as a family hero was given the recognition he deserved.

‘Prepare to get caught’: Police Easter traffic crackdown

Townsville MP Janelle Poole, a decorated former police officer, has a serious message for motorists ahead of the Easter holidays and Anzac and Labour Day long weekends.

Southern investor snaps up CBD automotive property for $11m

Located at the gateway to Townsville’s CBD, a prominent automotive property with a long history in the city has sold for $11 million. See where.

‘Acting like this is the last time’: Liam Payne’s chilling words

Liam Payne’s girlfriend Kate Cassidy has opened up about the couple’s haunting final conversation before the former One Direction star’s shocking death last year.

China ‘Range Rover’s’ wild SUV claim

This sharp-looking SUV boasts superb range and remarkable value, but there’s one area it takes things too far.

Surprising latest contenders for the next James Bond

The James Bond casting controversy has reignited again now that the controlling stake in the 007 franchise is held by streaming giant Amazon. See if Aussies are being ruled out.