'Doesn't define us': Cowboys plot bounce after shame North Queensland conceded 82 points last week, the most in 91 years, but coach Todd Payten has opened up on why the finals are still within the team's grasp. AAP · Aug 5
'Lot of nonsense': Dearden clears air on Cowboys future North Queensland's co-captain is aiming for a round 26 return from injury as he opened up on speculation around his future at the club. AAP · Aug 3
Flooding forces closure of town's hospital and schools The mayor of an outback community forced to close its hospital, schools and courts due to a flood threat says it's been so wet "even the ducks have left town". AAP · Mar 5
Creepy new giant insect may be the heaviest ever recorded in Australia Researchers have discovered a giant stick insect living at high altitude in tropical North Queensland. Acrophylla alta is around 16 inches long and a strong contender for Australia's heaviest recorded insect. LiveScience · Aug 4, 2025
'It was my call': Taumalolo hits back at Matthew Johns North Queensland powerhouse Jason Taumalolo has explained why he played Queensland Cup for Mackay recently after Matthew Johns questioned the move. AAP · Mar 26, 2025
More rainfall forecast to hit 'typically dry' regions Normally dry and dusty outback towns in central Queensland are in for a heavy onslaught of rainfall with up to 300mm expected as communities hunker down. AAP · Mar 24, 2025
Returning home after a flood? Prioritise your health and take it one step at a time Parts of North Queensland have received almost two metres of rain since the weekend, causing flash and riverine flooding that claimed the lives of two women around Ingham. The Conversation · Feb 5, 2025
This Footage Of Sharks & Crocs Fighting Over Food At A Qld Beach Is Why I’m Never Swimming Again A fisherman in Far North Queensland has captured the moment sharks and a crocodile battled it out for their food source. Pedestrian.tv · Sep 22, 2024
Eleven people in hospital after hazmat incident Emergency services are investigating a hazmat incident in a far north Queensland office after 11 people were taken to hospital with dizziness and nausea. AAP · Mar 21, 2024
Cowboy stampede to be part of NRL's Las Vegas story North Queensland CEO Jeff Reibel has revealed the high interest among the club and its stakeholders about being part of the NRL's Las Vegas round one in 2025. AAP · Mar 9, 2024
Townsville tapped to turn farm waste into jet fuel Australia's first sustainable aviation facility could be established in north Queensland to turn sugarcane by-products into low-carbon fuel. AAP · Feb 13, 2024
When disaster strikes, emergency responders can't respond to every call. Communities must be helped to help themselves As record-breaking floods in North Queensland ease and water levels recede, the focus now turns to the mop-up and recovery. Residents have been supporting each other through the flood crisis, such as processing donated goods, conducting welfare checks on neighbours and helping each other clean up homes. The Conversation · Dec 21, 2023
North Queensland's record-breaking floods are a frightening portent of what's to come under climate change Unprecedented rain brought by Tropical Cyclone Jasper has triggered widespread flooding in far north Queensland, forcing thousands of people to evacuate. Cairns airport is closed, roads are extensively damaged and residents in the city’s northern beaches are cut off by floodwaters. The Conversation · Dec 18, 2023
Residents warned of Cyclone Jasper's destructive power Tropical Cyclone Jasper is heading for far north Queensland and is predicted to unleash widespread destruction with the loss of power, water and the internet. AAP · Dec 10, 2023
Newcastle Herald · Oct 25, 2023 'World's largest coal port' under threat North Queensland Bulk Ports challenging Newcastle for coal export title.
Zenger · Oct 23, 2023 Rare Sighting In Australia: Snake Devours Its Own Kind North Queensland sanctuary manager captures unusual and lucky event of a black-headed python consuming another python.
France 24 · Oct 4, 2023 Referendum on Indigenous rights in Australia: An 'uphill battle' for yes campaign Australians are currently voting in a rare referendum that, if successful, would see Indigenous Australians formally recognised in the constitution. Supporters say it's a much-needed move to ensure Indigenous communities are consulted properly in decision-making processes that directly affect them. Detractors say the proposals are divisive and unfair, or simply…
AAP · Jul 18, 2023 Much-loved Cowboy Granville gears up for 200th NRL game 'Mr Fix-it' Jake Granville has done it all for North Queensland, colleagues describing him as "the guy that you need in every team" ahead of his 200th NRL game.
ABC News · May 26, 2023 Parramatta Eels defeat North Queensland Cowboys 24-16 to continue NRL resurgence A late Mitchell Moses try leads Parramatta to a much-needed 24-16 win over North Queensland, breathing life into its stuttering NRL campaign.
ABC News · May 21, 2023 North Queensland's tropical backdrop a drawcard for filmmakers, as movie-making in the regions is promoted Local and international filmmakers are choosing to make more films in North Queensland, so could Cairns be the next industry hotspot?
ABC News · May 20, 2023 Felise Kaufusi in doubt for State of Origin I as Melbourne Storm get past Dolphins 24-16 Felise Kaufusi may be forced out of State of Origin I contention for the Maroons after being placed on report in the Dolphins' 24-16 defeat to the Storm, while the Tigers thrash the Cowboys 66-18, and the Sharks down the Knights 26-6.
ABC News · May 4, 2023 Tristan James Watson sentenced for hit and run after for attempting to flee police The man who hit and killed a North Queensland road worker in a hit and run incident has been sentenced after hiding in a roof and attempting to escape police custody.
ABC News · Apr 26, 2023 Fire destroys former RSL building in Sarina built by returned soldiers Twelve fire crews battled the blaze at the former RSL headquarters in the North Queensland town of Sarina, but the building was not able to be saved.
ABC News · Apr 22, 2023 North Queensland feels brunt of new home construction slump Growing uncertainty over inflation, rising interest rates and changes to the building code have been blamed for North Queensland having the worst dip in new housing builds across the state.
AAP · Apr 15, 2023 Walker earns high praise, Warriors add to Cowboys' woes The Warriors have prevailed against North Queensland 22-14, with Dylan Walker winding back the clock at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland.