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Five charged after Atherton Tablelands weapons raids

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.

Beach race funds Cairns Hospital robot surgery

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.

Cessnock man jailed for road rage stabbing attack

A Cessnock man's violent road rage attack involving a knife has resulted in a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of the incident that left another driver seriously injured.

Cairns District Court November sittings commence

The Cairns District Court convenes for its November sittings, addressing serious criminal matters including sexual offences, drug trafficking, and violent crimes across the Far North region.

Warm waters spark early deadly stinger threat

Experts warn that a dangerous combination of warm ocean temperatures and early rainfall could create perfect conditions for deadly box jellyfish and Irukandji to appear weeks ahead of schedule in Cairns waters.

Albany man jailed for slashing sleeping victim's neck

A Western Australian man who sliced a sleeping man's neck down to the bone in a horrific Albany attack has been sentenced to prison. The shocking details of the unprovoked assault revealed in court.

Cruise season returns to Cairns and Port Douglas

Tropical North Queensland is gearing up for a bumper cruise season with P&O Cruises Australia and Carnival Cruise Line vessels scheduled to make multiple calls to Cairns and Port Douglas, bringing thousands of visitors to the region's iconic destinations.

Cairns Weather: Sunny Today, Storm Risk Looms

Cairns residents can enjoy mostly sunny conditions today with moderate winds, but stay alert for potential storm activity developing later this week across the Far North.

NSW prison officers strike over violent incident ruling

Correctional officers across multiple NSW prisons have launched immediate strike action after a disciplinary ruling that found officers used 'reasonable force' during a violent inmate incident, sparking safety concerns across the state's prison system.

Earlville pedestrian critical after car collision

A man has sustained life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Earlville, with emergency services rushing to the scene on Friday afternoon. The shocking incident has left the Cairns community reeling.

Turtle Time: Saving Far North QLD's Sea Turtles

Discover how dedicated conservationists in Far North Queensland are protecting endangered sea turtles during nesting season through innovative monitoring programs and community engagement.

Crank Yankers FNQ Mountain Bike Festival Cancelled

The popular Crank Yankers FNQ mountain bike festival has been unexpectedly cancelled and removed from the region's official event schedule, leaving cycling enthusiasts devastated and local businesses concerned about the economic impact.

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