FNQ Regional Plan Review Extended to December
Far North Queensland communities gain additional months to review draft regional plan. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie confirms extended consultation period through 2024.
Far North Queensland communities gain additional months to review draft regional plan. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie confirms extended consultation period through 2024.
Seven individuals face charges after police officers were injured during a violent confrontation at a suspected drug bust in Bega. Get the latest details on the incident.
Far North Queensland residents are urged to voice their opinions on pressing local matters like cost of living, crime, and reef protection in a new community poll. Shape the future of FNQ today.
Four men and three women charged after allegedly assaulting officers during a drug-related arrest in Bega. Police officer sustains facial injury. Full details on the court appearances.
Queensland's draft Far North Regional Plan targets 48,485 new homes by 2046. Have your say on housing and infrastructure needs. Public consultation open until Jan 5, 2026.
A damning federal inquiry reveals how ill-prepared South Australian governments were for a major ecological and economic disaster caused by algal blooms.
Discover Cairns weather forecast for today with sunny conditions, light winds, and potential afternoon showers. Plan your outdoor activities in Far North Queensland.
Far North Queensland veterans and community members gathered for emotional Remembrance Day ceremonies, sharing powerful stories of service and sacrifice to honor fallen heroes.
August 'Gus' Lamont, 4, remains missing after six weeks in remote South Australia. Police continue search amid harsh terrain as community holds hope for answers.
A Queensland teenager is in a critical condition after being stabbed centimetres from his heart during a terrifying home invasion on the Gold Coast. The shocking incident has left the community reeling.
A Cairns court has refused bail for a man accused of a vicious assault that left another man fighting for his life in an induced coma. Shocking details emerge as the case continues.
A devastating car crash in remote Far North Queensland has left a woman and young girl dead, with a man now in custody as police investigate the tragic incident that has shaken the Doomadgee community.
A serious single-vehicle crash near Doomadgee has left multiple children hospitalised, with emergency services responding to the rollover incident in Far North Queensland's remote Gulf country.
The Cassowary Coast Regional Council is pushing for a comprehensive feasibility study into a light rail network that could transform Far North Queensland's transport landscape and boost regional development.
A comprehensive look at Friday's proceedings at Cairns Magistrates Court, featuring everything from traffic offences to serious assault charges in Far North Queensland.
The District Court returns to Cairns this November with a packed docket of criminal cases, including serious assaults and drug trafficking matters that will shape the legal landscape of Far North Queensland.
Get the latest Cairns weather forecast with sunny skies this morning giving way to possible afternoon showers and light winds. Perfect planning for your Far North Queensland day.
South Australia scores major tourism and trade win with new direct flights connecting Adelaide to Shanghai, opening up unprecedented access between the two regions.
The Cairns District Court prepares for its November sittings, bringing crucial legal proceedings and judicial services to the Far North Queensland community from November 6.
Authorities release CCTV images of three individuals wanted for questioning following a suspicious house fire that tore through a Nowra property, as police ramp up their investigation into the concerning incident.
Far North Queensland prepares for cooling showers as monsoon conditions develop, bringing welcome relief from humidity while experts monitor tropical activity.
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
Get the latest Cairns weather update with sunshine, possible showers, and perfect conditions for outdoor adventures. Everything you need to know about today's forecast.
ASX-listed PacGold has officially commenced gold production at its promising Alice River project in South Australia, marking a significant milestone for the emerging miner and the state's resources sector.
Queensland Police have charged five individuals following coordinated raids on multiple Atherton Tablelands properties, uncovering a significant cache of weapons including firearms and knives in a major crackdown on regional crime.
South Australian police return to remote Yunta property in intensified search for missing 12-year-old Gus Lamont, with specialist resources deployed in the ongoing investigation.
From domestic violence breaches to drug possession and traffic offences, get the inside scoop on who faced justice in Cairns Magistrates Court this Wednesday.
Get the latest Cairns weather forecast with sunny skies expected after morning showers. Perfect planning for your Far North Queensland day.
The annual Nunu's Melbourne Cup beach race in Cairns has smashed fundraising records, bringing state-of-the-art robotic surgery technology closer to reality for Far North Queensland patients.
Mossman cane growers embrace diversification as historic mill closure creates opportunity for innovative agricultural ventures in tropical North Queensland.