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Mayor told to stand down by premier, council colleagues

A north Queensland mayor accused of misconduct says he is going nowhere despite growing political pressure to step aside.

AAP · May 31, 2024

‘Like a ghost howling’: ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily to bring heavy rain to Queensland as Townsville residents survey damage

Premier Steven Miles says ‘we’re not out of the woods’ with BoM weather warnings issued as former category three cyclone downgraded

The Guardian - AU · Jan 25, 2024

Cyclone crosses Queensland coast at Townsville

Storm downgraded after making landfall Thursday night but could still see deluge on inland areas

The Guardian - AU · Jan 25, 2024

Tropical cyclone season is here and authorities fear Queenslanders are underprepared

Authorities and residents with first-hand experience of disastrous storms say Queenslanders need to do more to prepare for damaging storms.

ABC News · Feb 10, 2023

Brisbane mayor calls for a daylight saving trial in Queensland 30 years after state's last referendum

The start of daylight saving for most states has again shown the north/south divide in Queensland, with the Townsville mayor saying it would not be worth it for northern regions.

ABC News · Oct 2, 2022

Townsville's heritage-listed Queens or 'Greasy' Building set for restoration by new owners

A heritage-listed building which has long sat dormant in the heart of Townsville will get a new lease on life — but the local developers face a big task.

ABC News · Sep 8, 2022

Andrew Symonds' funeral sees cricket legends and fans gather to farewell 'Roy' in Townsville

Hundreds of fans have gathered to farewell much-loved larrikin and cricket legend Andrew Symonds at a public memorial in Townsville, with former Australian captain Adam Gilchrist fighting back tears as he remembered his "loyal" friend.

ABC News · May 27, 2022

Ann Davies obituary

Actor admired for her many roles in TV drama series including Z Cars, EastEnders and in 1964 an appearance in Doctor Who

The Guardian - UK · May 10, 2022

North Qld braces for dangerous flooding

North Queenslanders are preparing for road closures and possibly life-threatening flash floods as intense and unseasonal rainfall hits the region.

AAP · May 9, 2022

North Queensland braces for month's worth of rain, Anzac Day ceremonies to go ahead

A month's worth of rain is tipped to fall in the next few days over Queensland's north as a lacklustre wet season ends with a sting in the tail.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2022