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Noah Creek Bridge edges closer to completion
THE new Noah Creek Bridge has been targeted for completion by December of this year, with all eight foundation piles now successfully installed. Each pile measures about 15m long
12 November, 2026
General News
Nominate someone worthy of recognition
NOMINATIONS are open for the Cairns Regional Council 2027 Australia Day Awards, a special event that gives locals a...
11 November, 2026
Modern lounge for domestic terminal
A NEW lounge for travellers, regardless of airline, ticket class or...
Guide dogs need assistance
GUIDE Dogs Queensland has issued an urgent appeal for 60 volunteers to...
Urgent care clinic makes it easier and better
THE Cairns North Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) at Smithfield has...
Entertainment
5000 enjoyed Diwali Mela 2026
MORE than 5000 people gathered at Fogarty Park on 24 October 2026 for Cairns Diwali Mela 2026, marking a strong...
8 November, 2026
Filmmaking now accessible for everyone
ENROLMENTS are now open for Bus Stop Films’ 2027 Accessible Filmmaking...
True reality of isolation
A FAMILY tragedy in Queensland’s outback during the Second World War has...
Risque show will captivate
A SHOWCASE of Queensland burlesque talent will take centre stage at...
Community
Tributes flow for Far Northern coach tour pioneer
TRIBUTES are flowing for the late tourism industry stalwart Gordon Dixon, who died on Sunday 1 November 2026.
10 November, 2026
Fledgling school’s first year 12 graduation
THERE’S a first time for everything and graduations are no exception.
Lily saved lives
A BRAVE little Yorkshire terrier, who saved her owner's life in a...
In memory of ‘Tinman’
THE Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation has been named the official...
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
Mixed results for Muddies • AFL hosts skills set
Cricket THE Douglas Muddies have experienced mixed fortunes across the past two rounds of local cricket, with their...
9 November, 2026
Local News
Women dominate coaching at Leichhardt Football
LEICHHARDT Football Club has formed what it calls Far North Queensland’s...
Local News
Sports star eyes off Games
CAIRNS athletes were among the standout performers at the 36th NQ...
Local News
Plaudits for best footballers
EDGE Hill United Football Club has brought its 2026 season to a close...
