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Regional Queensland misses out on big-name live music acts amid rising costs, logistical risks

North Queensland once hosted world-renowned artists Elton John and Billie Eilish within months of each other. Now it's being overlooked as the live music industry grapples with an uncertain future.

ABC News · Jun 1, 2023

Museum of Underwater Art's 'ocean sentinel' sculptures sunk on Great Barrier Reef

Eight large concrete sculptures have been submerged on the ocean floor in north Queensland, completing the only underwater museum in the Southern Hemisphere.

ABC News · May 17, 2023

Police find missing woman Rikki Mitchell after eight days in north Queensland bushland

Police say they feared the worst for the mother-of-four, who drank from puddles to survive an eight-day ordeal lost in bushland in north Queensland.

ABC News · May 10, 2023

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Police launch investigation after missing man's body found in Townsville bushland

The man was last seen in early April and police say his body had been in bushland for "quite some time", with detectives launching an appeal for anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

ABC News · Apr 28, 2023

French navy ship LHD Dixmude arrives in Townsville on mission through Indo-Pacific

The LHD Dixmude is on its first visit to Australia as part of Mission Jeanne d'Arc 2023, as the country works to increase its presence in the hotly contested Indo-Pacific.

ABC News · Apr 11, 2023

Toy libraries becoming more popular as parents borrow in bid to beat cost-of-living pressures

As cost-of-living pressures bite, toy libraries across Australia have never been so busy, as families opt to borrow, not buy, toys for their children.

ABC News · Apr 7, 2023

Outback Queensland tourism has boomed, but cost-of-living pressures will bite this season

A record number of tourists have hit the road in outback Queensland over the past two years, but there are fears cost-of-living pressures will dampen spending and visitation this season.

ABC News · Mar 31, 2023

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Police cars rammed by three stolen vehicles in 'disgraceful' Townsville incident

Police say three stolen cars repeatedly sideswiped their vehicles and forced them to withdraw during an incident last night, with one officer taken to hospital.

ABC News · Mar 6, 2023

$25 million to pay police overtime to target Queensland's youth crime hotspots

Queensland police officers will be paid extra in overtime shifts under a $25 million high-visibility operation targeting youth crime.

ABC News · Mar 2, 2023

Elopements, micro-weddings surge in popularity as couples opt for fuss-free day

No guests, no speeches, no problems. Meet the couples bucking tradition by having a micro-wedding to save money and stress.

ABC News · Feb 17, 2023

Cheap council land in outback Queensland snapped up by buyers amid housing shortage

Land in outback Queensland has been snapped up at "bargain" prices after attracting hundreds of bidders from around the country.

ABC News · Feb 13, 2023

Ink in the Lines exhibition showcases military tattoos and stories of service life

Striking photographs from the Australian War Memorial are highlighting the "unofficial" military history that hides in plain sight.

ABC News · Aug 27, 2022

Homicide detectives probe potential domestic violence link in fatal Ayr house fire

Detectives investigating a fatal house fire in north Queensland say a woman who died had a domestic violence order in place against her partner.

ABC News · Aug 11, 2022

Woman dies in north Queensland hospital after Ayr house fire as crime scene established

Police attended a house in Ayr hours before it erupted into flames, leaving a woman with fatal burns and her partner fighting for life.

ABC News · Aug 9, 2022

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ABC News · Aug 6, 2022

Townsville Marathon's first wheelchair racer shatters stigma and champions change

The Townsville Marathon is one of Australia's oldest, but until Damon Jaenke approached the organisers, they'd never considered creating a wheelchair category. The 30-year-old hopes it paves the way for other athletes with disability.

ABC News · Aug 4, 2022

Orpheus Island concert featuring William Barton captivates Australian Festival of Chamber Music

It's a long way from a traditional stage, but the tropical paradise of a north Queensland island provides the perfect backdrop to a unique musical celebration.

ABC News · Aug 2, 2022

Townsville's 'Sugar Shaker' hotel is getting a makeover, prompting admirers to sift through its history

It has been described as one of Australia’s most recognisable structures and defined Townsville's skyline for more than 45 years and the Hotel Grand Chancellor, better known as the "Sugar Shaker", is now being refurbished.

ABC News · Jul 28, 2022

Cassowary breeding program brings southern Troppo to Hope in North Queensland

Troppo makes the trip to Townsville to find love in Hope, and bolster a much-needed breeding program.

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ABC News · Jul 20, 2022

Dangerous dog law reform sought by councils as attacks soar in Townsville

Lyndsay Marriner's walk around the block ended in a three-night hospital stay after he was mauled by two dogs. It is a trend authorities fear will cost someone their life.

ABC News · Jul 10, 2022

Guru Dudu silent disco walking tours challenge comfort zones in Townsville

Part silent disco, part flash mob, the not-so-quiet tours push people out of their comfort zones — and participants aren't afraid to make a fool of themselves.

ABC News · Jul 7, 2022

Toyota 86 Series driver Madison Dunston prepares for Townsville 500

Madison Dunston’s love of motor racing started when she was seven. Now, the 23-year-old is one of two female drivers hitting the track for the Townsville 500.

ABC News · Jul 4, 2022

Queensland weather forecast for cold snap smashes July temperature records

July weather records have tumbled down Queensland's east coast after maximum temperatures dropped to between eight and 12 degrees Celsius below average.

ABC News · Jul 3, 2022

COVID-19 restrictions ease onshore but seafarers off Queensland's coast remain stuck aboard ships

Queensland is removing the last of its COVID restrictions, but just offshore seafarers remain stuck aboard cargo ships despite spending many months at sea.

ABC News · Jun 30, 2022

Flipping a Charters Towers house he bought for under $60k makes Nat a TikTok star

After buying a house for less than $60,000, Nat Redgrave made a video to show his friends. It gained nearly two million views.

ABC News · Jun 10, 2022

Tongan volcano pumice expected to wash up on Townsville beaches this year

A geologist says it's not uncommon for black lumps of compressed sediment, or even coal, to wash up on Queensland beaches. But soon you could find pumice from Tonga's volcanic eruption.

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