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Cairns classified as ‘priority area’ for doctor recruits in effort to fill GP shortage

21 Feb 2022, 12:45

GP clinics in Cairns can now access a larger pool of doctors, including those trained overseas, following a review of the region’s need for new recruits.

Kuranda distillery backs up international award with new gin release

08 Feb 2022, 13:30

With the world’s eyes watching, Distil on the Hill's Neddy and Christian Bedwell are gearing up for the launch of their second craft gin.

Police appeal for information following serious highway crash north of Cairns

01 Feb 2022, 10:00

Police are appealing for public assistance following a crash on the Captain Cook Highway overnight, which left a woman in a critical condition.

Further proof Far North Queensland is home to Australia’s best gin distilleries

27 Jan 2022, 15:19

Far North Queensland’s distillers have come away with a swag of medals at the 2022 World Gin Awards.

Far North Queensland floodwater rescues after ex Tropical Cyclone Tiffany drenching

11 Jan 2022, 12:09

… two floodwater rescues west of Port Douglas, prompting a warning for…

Contact tracing sites added for Cairns flights as state records 59 new cases

20 Dec 2021, 14:30

The number of active cases across the Far North remains at seven, while a flight from Darwin to Cairns on Friday joins others on the contact tracing list.

Mareeba’s Savannah in the Round reveals first international artist in 2022 line-up

06 Dec 2021, 10:45

Just two months on from its successful debut, Savannah in the Round has announced a massive line-up for its next run, including one huge international act among Australian favourites.

Cairns’ steamy weather to make way for thunderstorms, possible flash flooding

12 Nov 2021, 10:30

After a few days of humid days and muggy nights, Cairns can expect a bit of drenching, and even flash flooding in some areas around the Tablelands.

Debt collectors in Cairns on a blitz to collect almost $50m in unpaid fines

03 Nov 2021, 10:30

A state government operation has begun in the Far North to target 26,000 debtors across the region, collectively owing almost $50 million in unpaid fines.

$6.8m film and TV studio to be built on former Cairns Bunnings site

18 Oct 2021, 10:25

Construction is set to start early next year on the new $6.8 million Screen Queensland production facility, located on the outskirts of the Cairns CBD.

Cairns dominates Northern Australia Restaurant and Catering awards

14 Oct 2021, 16:41

Cairns venues stole the limelight, with gongs for CC's Bar and Grill, Chrisos The Personal Chef, The Chambers, Guyala Cafe and more.

Cairns business opens up all abilities travel and experiences

14 Oct 2021, 11:30

A range of new care services has been launched in Far North Queensland to cater for all of the needs of visitors who are elderly or have disabilities.

Early marine stinger incidents prompt Cairns beach drags

07 Oct 2021, 12:30

Two people have this week been treated for box jellyfish stings at Cairns Hospital.

Tropic Weekender: The best events and things to do in Cairns

06 Oct 2021, 16:15

It's all dining, wining and good times coming up in Cairns, with two food festivals spanning the weekend, as well as pool parties, live music and markets.

Bold new line-up as Mareeba's Savannah in the Round replaces 20 artists in COVID-19 pivot

09 Sep 2021, 08:30

Savannah in the Round is forging ahead with the replacement of about half its original line-up, with big names like John Butler among 22 other new artists.