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22nd September 2024

AM Edition

‘Uncooked’: Far North MP questions LNP election promise

The LNP’s candidate for Barron River Bree James has committed $2m to upgrade community halls damaged during Tropical Cyclone Jasper in Barron River, if elected next month.

‘When it comes to youth justice, they’re wannabe macho men’

Juvenile crime is the key issue in next month’s state election but Social Services CEO Aimee McVeigh is not a fan of either major party’s approach. WELCOME TO HIGH STEAKS

‘You can’t trust it’: Calls for transparency on 50c fares

The declaration of permanently instating 50c fares comes just weeks after provider Translink stated there were no plans to expand in the Far North due to economics.

Emotional farewell for respected Far North Qld elder

Ceremonial smoke filled the air in celebration of a respected Indigenous activist, cultural leader and storyteller who leaves a lasting legacy of dedication, resilience and visiona...

Why your schooner could get cheaper under the Coalition

The Coalition is considering an overhaul of beer excise, as the price of schooner hits $15 in some pubs and hoteliers say the tax is killing the industry.

‘F**k that gangster sh*t’: Hells Angel bikie turned Hollywood heart-throb

Aussie Chris Bloomfield was a Hells Angels bikie jailed over violent crimes, now he’s landing roles in Hollywood alongside Chris Hemsworth.

What’s impacting $3bn in construction work?

Far North Queensland’s construction sector is showing no signs of slowing down with $3bn in work set to be delivered during 2024-25 — but workforce pressures have placed significan...