THE past year has been dramatic, memorable, disheartening and depressing when you look at the global picture. From the election of Donald Trump as America’s 45th president; to the heart-wrenching…
THE last Newspoll for 2016 reinforced the basic political conundrum of this decade: Voters crying: “Me; me; me,” But also demanding governments make sure they address all of the important…
THE Far North leisure market has become hot property with American investors locked in a bidding war for one of Palm Cove’s biggest hotels.
And the property in question is the Hotel Grand…
A CAIRNS charity drive to supply much-needed linen to impoverished women in the Treaty Villages on Papua New Guinea’s southern coast is steaming ahead, having already nearly tripled its original…
IN 2009, Maya Weidner was the school captain at Mossman State High. Seven years later, she can lay claim to producing her first feature film. And at 8:30 tomorrow night, Rise, featuring Martin…
PORT DOUGLAS will be “party central” this New Year’s Eve with two fireworks displays and the best eateries and night spots pulling out all the stops for a spectacular welcome to 2017. The Port…
WITH the end of the year fast approaching, now is the perfect time to make sure your pet is healthy and happy. Unlike humans, our pets can't communicate with us, so regular check-ups are the best…
QUEENSLAND'S boaties are being invited to have a say on what equipment they need to carry to keep safe when they’re out on the water.
Main Roads and Ports Minister Mark Bailey said Maritime Safety…
THE Gold Coast Suns will continue to strengthen its connection throughout Far North Queensland, with Cairns to play host to the team for the 2017 AFL Community Camp. The Suns will also spread…
TENDERS have opened for a new disability housing project in Far North Queensland, bringing jobs and more accommodation options to the region.
Disability Services Minister Coralee O’Rourke said this…
