The Latest Breaking News from ABC North West Queensland

Kalkadoon man Derrick was lost. Now he's sober and running marathons across the globe

Derrick joined the Indigenous Marathon Project for a free trip to New York. What he got was not what he expected, and he's hoping to inspire other young people who might be stuck in a rut.

ABC News · Mar 26, 2023

North Queensland residents, leaders call for banned drinker register to curb alcohol-fuelled challenges

Community leaders in Cairns, Townsville, and Mount Isa demand the Queensland government introduce a banned drinker register to address alcohol-related violence.

ABC News · Feb 23, 2023

Caravanning is in the Aussie blood, but 'dangerous' ignorance makes for horror holidays

After horror accidents and costly fines for drivers, there are calls for stricter requirements and education in a caravan industry that some say has jumped the gun in terms of after-sales service.

ABC News · Jul 13, 2022

Rats on the rampage in Mount Isa as authorities scamper to prevent a 'plague'

A rural Queensland city is grappling to contain a "widespread" rat infestation with some businesses trapping 13 to 15 rats a day. Authorities say if the problem isn't dealt with soon, the community could face a rodent plague.

ABC News · May 24, 2022

Australia's most polluted postcodes for 2022 revealed by Australian Conservation Foundation

Air pollution kills 3,000 people every year, according to the Australian Conservation Foundation which has revealed the most polluted regions in the country.

ABC News · May 16, 2022

Outback cafe’s creative solution to fuel crisis is served with chips on the side

Fuel prices are putting a serious dent in business profits. This outback cafe has devised a unique solution.

ABC News · Apr 12, 2022

'Cop out' Sunday trading decision leaves businesses in limbo after Queensland inquiry

Small retailers have a year to prepare before trading restrictions may be relaxed in regional Queensland, increasing competition. Meanwhile, bigger businesses say they've been left tapping their feet.

ABC News · Feb 9, 2022

No obstacle too much as vision impaired Christopher McLeod-Barrett, 12, tackles first day of high school in rural Queensland

For most students, getting ready for high school means a new uniform and books. But for legally blind Christopher, this new phase of his life has been 18 months in the making.

ABC News · Feb 5, 2022