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Northern Queensland PHN appoint new CEO to Cairns

15 Feb 2021, 16:45

Tropic sat down with Robin Whyte, the new CEO of Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN).

"Devastating" string of croc attacks, calls for change

15 Feb 2021, 13:15

A string of saltwater crocodile attacks in the Far North recently have riled up locals, with many calling for reduction of the species' numbers.

Another croc capture following Cairns yachtie disappearance

15 Feb 2021, 11:25

A second crocodile has been euthanised in the wake of Cairns yachtie Andy Heard’s disappearance at Hinchinbrook Island on Thursday.

Human remains found in search for missing Cairns yachtie

12 Feb 2021, 10:00

Police searching for missing fisherman Andy Heard at Hinchinbrook Island have confirmed human remains have been located in the area.

Tropic Weekender: Your curated guide to Cairns' best events

12 Feb 2021, 09:30

The Lunar New Year and the weekend of love is here. If Valentine's isn't your cup of tea, there's plenty of other events coming up in Cairns this weekend.

Sea Swift appoint new CEO to Cairns

12 Feb 2021, 09:00

Dr Rochelle Macdonald, an experienced marine executive, has been announced as the new CEO of Sea Swift, Australia's largest private shipping company.

Cairns wallaby relocation on track to begin next month

11 Feb 2021, 16:12

A wildlife rescue group is preparing to relocate a trial group of agile wallabies from Trinity Beach, after receiving vital funding.

Construction industry seeks staff as building approvals soar

11 Feb 2021, 12:28

Approvals for new homes are leading a construction boom in Far North Queensland and more tradies are needed to cope with demand.

Teenage cyclist killed in Cairns collision

11 Feb 2021, 07:15

A 19-year-old cyclist died yesterday afternoon following a collision with a car at Kanimbla.

Tropic's guide to what's on in Cairns this Valentine's

10 Feb 2021, 16:30

Whether you have another half, still looking or trying to steer clear, we've put together a list of what's on in Cairns this Valentine's weekend.

Cairns to host big international basketball match next week

10 Feb 2021, 14:30

Just as the Taipans head to Melbourne and Cairns thought it was taking a break from basketball, an exciting announcement has come through for next weekend.

Cape York town struggles through communication outage

09 Feb 2021, 16:30

Lockhart River is currently without landline, internet and mobile service, leaving the town's 800+ residents unable to access fuel or operate businesses.

Traffic nightmare on Cairns’ beaches ‘won’t get better’

09 Feb 2021, 16:28

The daily commute from the northern beaches to Cairns has doubled following the installation of traffic lights at highway roadworks.

Youth crime: Police to be based at Cairns schools

09 Feb 2021, 15:00

Cairns will become the first location in Queensland to introduce police officers in schools as part of a range of measures aimed at reducing youth crime rates.

GPS tracker trial included in new crackdown on youth crime

09 Feb 2021, 12:02

The State Government has announced a raft of new measures to deal with repeat juvenile offenders, including a trial of GPS trackers and tighter bail laws for high-risk youths.