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What we're reading in November: Tropic crew's best books

09 Nov 2020, 14:00

Another month, another list of book recommendations from Tropic. We've picked new reads from some favourite wordsmiths, as well as promising debuts.

National Recycling Week: Time to cash in your cans

09 Nov 2020, 11:00

To mark the beginning of National Recycling Week 2020, Tropic Now spoke to Palm Tree Recycling – our local cans-for-cash hubs in Smithfield and Bungalow.

New direct flight service between Canberra and Cairns

06 Nov 2020, 15:00

A new direct Qantas flight path between Canberra and Cairns could generate millions in revenue for the region's tourism industry.

Local artist joins Crystalbrook to raise money for youth

06 Nov 2020, 11:00

Crystalbrook Collection has collaborated with local artist Jedess Hudson to raise money for DIYDG, an Indigenous youth group.

Local conifer tree project collects carbon credits

06 Nov 2020, 08:45

Tablelands organisation NCCS has received the first carbon credits in a scheme to reduce carbon dioxide, but what does it mean for the region's future?

Local contractors on board with Palms Collection

05 Nov 2020, 15:00

Local contractors are on board with the Palms Collection masterplan, ahead of Council's vote on the $300 million redevelopment.

Tropic Weekender: Your curated guide to Cairns' best events

05 Nov 2020, 13:30

Whether you spend the weekend at MMP's film events, browsing a local market, or at Laneway Green's Espresso Martini Fest, it's bound to be a good one.

Cairns Airport CEO steps down

05 Nov 2020, 12:15

Norris Carter will step down as CEO of North Queensland Airports, encompassing both Cairns and Mackay, by the end of November 2020.

Elite Executive column: What not to say to a recruiter

04 Nov 2020, 15:30

Tropic columnist Eva Grabner explains why recruiters are experts in job searching and can help guide you to the job of your dreams.

Woman walks again after horror crash in Cape York

04 Nov 2020, 12:15

A woman who was facing becoming a quadriplegic after a horror crash in Cape York has walked again after three major surgeries at Cairns Hospital.

Taking care of business: NAB's role in the region's economy

04 Nov 2020, 11:00

As the largest business banking team in Far North Queensland, NAB is playing a leading role in the region’s economy.

CQUni powering ahead with Smart Grid technology

03 Nov 2020, 18:00

CQUni Cairns is working with world-class researchers to make sure our region's ahead of the game with Smart Grid technology.

Familiar face returns to run new Catholic college

03 Nov 2020, 12:30

Lauretta Graham is returning to the region to be Foundation Principal of Newman Catholic College, opening on the JCU Smithfield campus in 2022.

Sea Swift CEO announces retirement

02 Nov 2020, 15:30

Fred White, The CEO of Australia's largest privately owned shipping company, has declared he is stepping down from the top role at Sea Swift.

JCU to trial stinger spotting drones in world-first study

02 Nov 2020, 15:00

In a world-first study, JCU Cairns scientists are using drones to detect the deadly box jellyfish – capable of killing someone in under three minutes.