Latest News
Cowboys ‘holiday’ at Woree van park
NORTH Queensland Cowboys fans will have the chance to meet current players and club legends at the inaugural Cowboys Muster Weekend in Cairns this weekend.
16 October, 2026
General News
Jockey president poll put on hold
THE election of a new Cairns Jockey Club president has been postponed due to postal delivery delays.
16 October, 2026
Flood fears
TWO Edge Hill households fear more floods this wet season because of...
Forming global connections
CAIRNS has always looked outward, forging international bonds through...
Coconut palm trees in midst of civic dispute
RESPONSIBILITY for the removal of coconut palms outside the front of...
Entertainment
Revival for Katchafire
NEW ZEALAND reggae group Katchafire (right) will return to Cairns this month as part of its Australian Revival World...
11 October, 2026
Book targets deaf children
A STRONG turn-out from Far North Queensland’s deaf community marked the...
New chapters open at all libraries across region
CAIRNS Libraries will host a packed program of activities throughout...
Local News
Divorce turns to laughs
THERE are plenty of laughs in ‘Straight Outta Marriage’, but beneath the...
Community
Hoop’s safety fears
A FAR North Queensland jockey says he feared for his safety after receiving alleged threats through Facebook,...
25 September, 2026
Feds get involved
A FAR North Queensland disability care dispute has been escalated to the...
A mother’s plea
A FAR North Queensland mother is preparing to challenge a tribunal...
Alan turns 90 in fine fettle
VERY rarely do I write the ‘Goss’ with a story of a personal note, but...
Business
Google review attacks
A LARGE number of local businesses and organisations, including the Douglas Shire Council, have been hit with false...
20 August, 2026
Former CEO’s casino deal
FORMER Reef Casino Trust CEO and current director Allan Tan has...
Mazda’s electric zoom-zoom
TWO of Mazda’s most important new models have been unveiled in Cairns.
Braschs – from teen employee to owner
SOME businesses simply sell products. Others become part of a city’s...
Real Estate
Investors eye off city hotel
THE Mercure Cairns, a 75-key resort hotel in the city’s tourism precinct, is on the market via an expressions of...
30 July, 2026
Housing project opens
THE White Rock Estate opens its doors to the community tomorrow...
High performer
CAIRNS’ position as one of the best performing real estate markets in...
Housing perfect for old farm site
A CAIRNS southern regional councillor is calling for ideas for the...
Sport
Children thrive at ‘come and try’ day at Muddies
THE Muddies have welcomed a new generation of potential cricketers through the gates, with more than 25 children...
15 October, 2026
Local News
Crocs end season with best
THE Port Douglas Crocs brought their 2026 season to a fitting close with...
Local News
Pride reveals ‘new’ ground
THE Northern Pride will move its home games to Stan Williams Park in...
Local News
FNQ netballers win international tournament in NZ
THE Kenfrost Homes Marlin Coast academy has returned to Australia...
