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Students get more help
MORE than $80,000 has been raised at AFL Cape York House Foundation’s inaugural gala dinner at Cazalys Cairns.
2 September, 2025
General News
Hospital board invitation
EXPRESSIONS of interest for 2026 appointments to the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) board...
1 September, 2025
$2.4m for theatre groups
THREE leading Far North Queensland arts organisations will share in more...
Help make a dream real
AS part of this year’s Legacy Week from August 31 to September 6, Far...
Personnel director for council
A NEW human resources director has been appointed by Cairns Regional...
Entertainment
Family fun on the southside
CAIRNS families are invited to enjoy an action-packed afternoon when the much-loved South Side Celebration returns to...
30 August, 2025
Greener on Father’s Day
TREAT dad to a great day out and a green gift that keeps on growing at...
Old school vibes at BAR36
FUNKY soul and the smooth sounds of the 70s and 80s will echo through...
Hilarity is her second name
VETERAN performer Vicki Vegas returns to Far North Queensland with a...
Community
‘Enjoy life to the fullest’
GREAT-grandfather Bill Honeywell has turned 100 and warned those at his birthday bash that he doubts he’ll make...
1 September, 2025
They’ve got talent at Miallo
IT has been a busy winter period in the Douglas Shire and, with...
Vollie’s dedication honoured
A BARBECUE shelter fronting a playground at Johnson Park in Gordonvale...
Breast cancer bra service
A UNIQUE and deeply personal service at the COUCH Cancer Hub NQ is...
Business
Casino takeover bid hots up
THE battle for the Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns has jumped $1 million to top $192.7 million.
29 August, 2025
$5.5m building renovations
Board invested heavily in future with extensive upgrades across the edifice
Vital hub of leisure
A fixture in town since 1945
Venue steeped in history
Organisation has roots during World War II and was sanctuary for Diggers
Real Estate
Staging is key
PROPERTY styling has become an important and essential marketing tool ensuring buyers fall in love with your property...
28 August, 2025
Learn about Casa Mia Living display villa
A PRESENTATION about the multimillion-dollar Casa Mia Living new...
What rate cuts mean to market
THE Reserve Bank’s recent interest rate cut has injected fresh energy...
ARTIST'S NEST | Palm Cove
The ARTIST’ NEST is located in one of the most sought-after streets in...
Sport
So close for Pyramid with seconds in A and B grades
ROMA has taken the 2025 Norweld Cup hosted by the Pyramid Polocrosse Club, which came second in the A grade competition.
31 August, 2025
Local News
Race has runs on board
THE annual Gran Fondo returns to the Douglas Shire with the largest...
Local News
Finals are early
WHILE on paper, we have reached the final round of the regular season,...
Local News
Pride‘s great wins against Seagulls
IT was a strong weekend for the Pride, with both senior teams chalking...