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New ‘people-first’ croc laws
PEOPLE are to come first instead of crocodiles as the Queensland Government introduces new laws to stop their dominance of waterways.
16 December, 2025
General News
Celebrating 150 years
THE Cairns Celebrates 150 Years official program for 2026 has been launched.
15 December, 2025
Beyond dedication
ROTARIAN Gary Turner has been honoured for 50 years of continuous...
Popular beach upgrades
A $1.64 million project, including a $395,362 sport and recreation...
Feral pigs target of club
THE founder of a newly-formed feral pig hunting club says it aims to...
Entertainment
Musician resets life
CAIRNS musician Jeshua Moss, who performs under the name Tapuki Thunda, has released his new album ‘Reset’, written...
14 December, 2025
Taking helm at gallery
ANGELA Goddard is the new director of the Cairns Art Gallery Precinct.
‘Fat’ comedian on yacht sailing to Far North
COMEDIAN Urzila Carlson will bring her brand-new show ‘Fatty On a Yacht’...
Local actor in series
QUEENSLAND online series Ruff & Ruby has been nominated for a 2026 AACTA...
Community
New top role for journo
FORMER experienced newspaper and online editor Jennifer Spilsbury is the new chief executive officer of Advance Cairns.
12 December, 2025
Toddler needs special van
A SPIRITED community fundraising effort has been launched to help secure...
Cancer hub’s push for cash
Mayor meets top federal health official
Upgrades for crucial town halls
SIX community halls are to be upgraded as part of key election...
Business
Hospitality key to Fetta’s
Host George Karagiannis loves nothing more than chatting with customers
11 December, 2025
Savour tasty spices of life
Tia’s Cafe dishes up best Thai cuisine at good prices and handy location
New cat lifts Reef itineraries
THANKFULLY, those dark days of the ‘COVID era’ are a far distant memory...
At 80, Mal’s still at work
Pharmacist’s love of job and folk
Real Estate
7-Eleven opens two additional outlets
TWO more 7-Eleven Australia stores are opening in Cairns to total three in the city – with more to come.
11 December, 2025
Driven to succeed
Couple brings fresh and collaborative approach to real estate
Local News
First home buyers rivalry
AUSTRALIA’S first home buyer market is a fascinating and influential...
Hot competition
A HIGH-performing Far North Queensland storage facility near Cairns...
Sport
Tennis guru takes on senior state board role
PAUL Horn has been elected vice-chairman of the Tennis Queensland board, becoming the only representative from...
15 December, 2025
Local News
Jaw-dropping exploits
THE world’s best freestyle motocross and BMX riders will return to...
Local News
Bike ride back on track
THE iconic Cairns to Karumba Bike Ride (C2K) will return in 2026 with...
Local News
New veteran sports venture
GALLIPOLI Medical Research has launched a new program that brings...
