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Regional Queensland misses out on big-name live music acts amid rising costs, logistical risks

North Queensland once hosted world-renowned artists Elton John and Billie Eilish within months of each other. Now it's being overlooked as the live music industry grapples with an uncertain future.

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Afternoon Update: Ben Roberts-Smith result lauded as win for journalism; Pauline Hanson in court; and Australians flocking to Townsville

Australia’s most decorated living soldier has lost his defamation case against the Nine newspapers.

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'Daunting shortage' of skilled workers looms over giant, renewable energy projects

Outback Queensland is home to the largest potential wind zone in the country, but a lack of infrastructure and a shortage of skilled workers are major roadblocks in reaching national renewable energy targets.

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Survivor of former Townsville paedophile priest Neville Creen reveals toll the abuse took on her life

Megan was a quick-witted and mischievous child, but when she was five, a predator entered her home and stamped out all that made her who she was. He didn't leave her life for 30 years.

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Three children questioned by police over damaging fire at Townsville's AstarA dance studio

A Queensland dance teacher watched her AstarA dance studio burn after it was allegedly set alight by three children on an overnight crime spree in Townsville.

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Cairns will not follow Brisbane, Townsville or Amsterdam with city sign for tourists, influencers

It has worked for Brisbane, Townsville and even Amsterdam, but a major Queensland tourist destination has rejected a suggestion it install a new piece of public art, saying its iconic sculptures are already better.

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Townsville police arrest four teenagers over alleged crime spree, assault of 81yo woman

Police say the juveniles were spotted hooning along a main road in a stolen car before crashing into another stolen car and attempting to flee on foot.

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Could Heilum Luki be the first player of Niuean heritage selected for Origin?

From representing a tiny pacific island nation as a kid, to North Queensland Cowboys prodigy, could Heilum Luki be pulling on the maroons jersey next?

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Five mini-breaks to take in the north Queensland sun

Take a short getaway in Townsville North Queensland, where the sunshine is warm and the beaches picture-perfect.

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Ten stunning waterfalls to chase in north Queensland

Townsville is home to a spectacular variety of waterfalls, with the region home to a spectacular variety of natural beauties.

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Hunter locals join Shitbox Rally, driving old cars across inland Australia to raise money for cancer research

More than 400 people, driving cars worth less than $1,500, will drive from Newcastle in New South Wales to Townsville in north Queensland to raise funds for the Cancer Council.

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Police launch investigation after missing man's body found in Townsville bushland

The man was last seen in early April and police say his body had been in bushland for "quite some time", with detectives launching an appeal for anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

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'Life changing' – what 50 years of community-controlled housing at Yumba-Meta tells us about home and health

How does having a safe, reliable place to call “home” affect the health of people and communities across generations? We spoke to staff and families at Yumba-Meta Ltd in Townsville, Queensland to find out.

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Charters Towers the gateway town to Australia’s outback

If you like to take the road less travelled and have ever wondered about life in Australia’s outback, you need to know about Charters Towers - just a 90-minute drive west of Townsville in north Queensland.

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Townsville just the place to let nature ease your mind

Research suggests spending more time in green habitats can improve our physical and mental wellbeing,

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Laura Peverill pleads guilty to manslaughter of daughter Rylee Black after hot car death

Rylee Rose Black was 3 when she died after being left in a car during the middle of the day in Townsville.

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Townsville Hospital to review care of army veteran Steven Angus, killed in police shooting

The Queensland Police Union had called for a review into the hospital's treatment of an army veteran who was discharged just one day before he was shot by police.

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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.

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North Queensland edges Newcastle 18-16 in Kalyn Ponga's NRL return, Cronulla enjoys 33-20 win over Canterbury

Kalyn Ponga's much-anticipated return is not enough to get Newcastle over the line in its 18-16 loss to North Queensland, while Cronulla moves into the top four after defeating Canterbury 33-20.

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Qld police brass back officers involved in fatal Townsville shooting

Senior Queensland police are confident officers involved in the shooting death of a man in Townsville acted appropriately.

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Probe under way after man shot dead by police

The Ethical Standards Command is investigating after Queensland police shot dead a man in Townsville, with the force confident officers acted appropriately.

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Police say officers 'acted appropriately' when man shot in Townsville suburb

The man was allegedly holding knives when he approached officers and was fatally shot by police, with the incident captured on body-worn cameras.

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Queensland police fatally shoot man in Townsville

Officers were called to Bel Air Avenue in the suburb of Kirwan at 4:40 this afternoon.

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Supercars introduces LED windscreen panels

The series has flirted with LED numbers for some time, having trailed the concept on the side windows during the Townsville event back in 2019.

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Queensland digital licences rollout in Townsville after delays

After delays caused by cybersecurity concerns, the Queensland government is finally rolling out digital licences with a staggered trial approach.

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