32 Tobacco Shops Raided and Closed in North Queensland
A major police operation across North Queensland has forced 32 tobacco retailers to close. The raids targeted illegal sales and compliance breaches. Read the full story.
A major police operation across North Queensland has forced 32 tobacco retailers to close. The raids targeted illegal sales and compliance breaches. Read the full story.
Two Chinese nationals discovered in a remote part of Western Australia's Kimberley region are believed to be asylum seekers. Authorities confirm they were found unharmed after a challenging journey.
Jesse Brooks has been sentenced to prison for a string of firearm and theft offences across Geelong and Melbourne. Read the full details of the court case and sentencing.
Three Sunshine Coast men face hefty fines after an illegal campfire escalated into a seven-hectare bushfire at Teewah Beach. Authorities warn of permanent fire bans.
Queensland Police have dismantled an alleged drug trafficking network, arresting four people and seizing cash, weapons, and a significant quantity of drugs. Read the full details.
Parents buying e-bikes for Christmas are warned to check legality to avoid $818 fines. NSW power limits will drop to 250w soon. Police highlight dangers of modifications.
A Canberra man described as an 'extreme danger' is accused of supplying unauthorised firearms to senior Bandidos members. Bail denied. Read the latest court details.
Police have seized nine firearms and made three arrests in a major raid on a property in Upper Haughton, near Townsville. Read the full details of the operation.
Lotterywest terminates agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. A zero-tolerance crackdown on the black market.
Lotterywest has terminated agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. This crackdown supports community health and integrity.
A 35-year-old Townsville man faces multiple firearms and drug charges after police raid uncovered weapons and methamphetamine. Read the full details.
A Whittington man faces 32 criminal charges after police uncovered multiple firearms during a Geelong property raid. Read the latest on this major police operation.
The Town of Cambridge abandons its plan to turn off hot water at City Beach to deter illegal campers. A new, compassionate strategy focusing on education is underway for 2026.
Jordan Boland appears in Geelong Magistrates' Court following dramatic Norlane siege. Read the latest on the firearms charges and police operation.
Three Townsville tobacconists face 90-day closures under Queensland's tough new tobacco laws. Learn how these regulations are combating illegal sales.
Thousands of Far North Queensland teachers walked off the job today, joining 50,000 educators statewide in demanding better pay and conditions. Learn how this affects local schools.
North Queensland triumphs over South Queensland in the XXXX Cup cricket showdown. Discover the match highlights and star performers who secured this impressive victory.
Augusta-Margaret River residents demand overflow camping solution as summer van traveller influx overwhelms local areas. Shire's enforcement strategy faces backlash.
Maytham Hamad, brother of Kazem Hamad, faces court as police seize Lamborghinis and designer goods in Perth's escalating tobacco conflict. Read the latest developments.
A Geelong demolition company has been slapped with a $20,000 fine for illegally dumping and burning construction waste in Charlemont. Learn about the environmental consequences.
A 10-week-old baby was miraculously saved by LifeFlight after a serious car crash in Queensland. Discover how the rescue crew flew 350km to get him the urgent care he needed.
Complete coverage of all matters heard at Cairns Magistrates Court on Monday November 17. Stay informed about local legal proceedings in Far North Queensland.
Cairns District Court delivers justice in multiple cases including drug trafficking and assault. Read the latest outcomes from Far North Queensland's judicial system.
Discover Cairns weather forecast for today with cloudy conditions, potential showers, and comfortable temperatures. Plan your day in Far North Queensland.
Far North Queensland businesses claimed major victories at the Queensland Tourism Awards, with Cairns operators winning gold across multiple categories. Discover the local champions driving tourism excellence.
A truck driver has been flown to Roma Hospital following a serious single-vehicle crash on the Balonne Highway. Emergency services responded to the incident near St George.
Major water damage discovered at Queensland's largest social housing project in Cairns. Insiders reveal construction defects affecting hundreds of apartments. Urgent repairs needed.
Discover today's Cairns weather forecast featuring cloudy conditions, potential showers, and fresh winds. Plan your day in Far North Queensland with our detailed outlook.
Pacgold's Alice River gold project in Queensland reveals significant expansion with fresh gold discoveries at White Lion and a new 1.5km mineralised corridor at Jerry Dodds, positioning the company for major resource growth in 2024.
Motorists warned against using illegal websites claiming to clear fines and demerit points. False nominations could lead to $11,000 penalties as authorities crack down.