The federal government has allocated over $100 million in disaster assistance grants for flood-impacted areas in North Queensland, with a focus on supporting local producers. Of this funding, $72.7 million …
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A Brisbane bakery, Gathered Bakers, is grappling with a frustrating insurance dispute after a severe storm wreaked havoc on its premises two months ago. Currently operating from a temporary kitchen, …
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Daughter Reflects on Her ‘Warm and Caring’ Mother Lost in the North Queensland Floods
by adminWARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains names and images of a deceased person. The family of 63-year-old Jessie Billy, who lost her life …
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A crime scene has been established following the tragic death of a woman in a unit fire on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Emergency services responded to the incident on Surf …
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In Far North Queensland, two individuals have succumbed to melioidosis, a severe soil-borne bacterial illness, amidst a particularly intense wet season characterised by significant flooding. Since the start of the …
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Man Charged with Murder Following Discovery of Body in Abandoned Car Near Townsville
by adminPolice have confiscated a vehicle for forensic analysis as part of an ongoing investigation. Homicide detectives have charged a 26-year-old man from Gulliver with murder, alleging that he is acquainted …
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Two employees of a service station in Queensland were recently held hostage by a gang equipped with hunting knives and crowbars. The incident unfolded early in the morning as one …
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Seniors Groups Criticise Proposed Mandate for Cash Purchase Protection as Insufficient
by adminSeniors groups are expressing concerns that the government’s proposed mandate, which will make it illegal for businesses to refuse cash payments for essential purchases, does not adequately address their needs. …
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A new music initiative on the Gold Coast, Youth Music Venture, is taking steps to tackle youth crime by enhancing the self-esteem of local children through music. The program has …
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Ingham Secures Supplies as Charters Towers Faces Water Restrictions Amidst North Queensland Rain System Moving Offshore
by adminNearly 300 truck drivers have transported essential supplies to the flood-affected residents of Ingham, which has faced severe isolation due to flooding for almost two weeks. With the region receiving …
