FNQ councillor's shock resignation explained | Gus and Fatty's likely Origin snub | NQ farmer's massive fine over backpacker death

Nine's Origin shock: Gus and Fatty set to be overlooked

Phil Gould and Paul Vautin have been mainstays of Channel 9's State of Origin commentary team but it appears that they may be missing for Wednesday night's opener.

'Liquid gold': Why state's vaccine rollout is so urgent

Health Minister Yvette D'Ath has revealed the confluence of factors that led to this weekend's target of 15,000 vaccinations.

Ironman Cairns 2021: Live updates this Sunday

The bikes are racked, nutritional snacks are packed and the athletes are heading to the start line for the tenth Ironman Cairns. Follow this link for live updates from the race.

NQ farm fined $100K over backpacker death

EXCLUSIVE: A North Queensland farm has been fined after it pleaded guilty to breaching its duty after a backpacker collapsed and died while picking fruit to keep his visa.

Simon Dorante-Day has shared new comparison images in an effort to prove he's the secret son of Prince Charles.