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Cairns man's warning following leech hike of horror

20 Apr 2021, 14:44

A Cairns man has recounted how leeches entered his eye socket during a rainy trek up Queensland’s highest mountain.

Tropic's 2020 In Review

30 Dec 2020, 10:00

We’re revisiting some of our big yarns of this year. The quirky, the fun, and the quintessential Cairns stories that resonated with our readers.

Hiker in hospital after five nights stuck on Mt Bartle Frere

12 Oct 2020, 17:15

A 62-year-old Mourilyan man is in a stable condition in Cairns Hospital following a two-day rescue operation from Queensland's highest peak.

Tyson E Franklin's podcast column Cast Off #1

17 Dec 2018, 09:50

Tropic's new columnist Tyson E. Franklin delves into the world of podcasting.

Drawing inspiration for Cairns from hip city Portland

03 Nov 2017, 09:00

Inspired by a recent trip to Portland columnist Bronwyn Voyce brings back ideas for Cairns

Plastic-free duo go global for ocean awareness campaign

11 Sep 2017, 10:52

Cairns duo Lucy Graham and Mathilde Gordon are taking a kayaking trip of a lifetime to raise awareness about marine debris.

Where’s Wangetti? Councillor claims trail fail but Government says it’s still on

14 Sep 2022, 17:17

A Cairns Council member says the Queensland Government seems to be backing away from the much-anticipated Wangetti Trail project, claiming key elements may not proceed.

Mountain bikes to crank up Cairns world exposure and leave a local legacy

06 Sep 2022, 16:24

Trail builders are putting the finishing touches on new tracks at the Smithfield Mountain Bike Park, which will be open for public use after Crankworx.

Cairns-founded private catering business launches in the US alongside Curtis Stone

24 Mar 2022, 10:30

After delivering thousands of dishes down under, Far North Queensland entrepreneur Jodie Mlikota is taking Gathar to the United States.

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

23 Mar 2022, 14:30

A gin festival, live music, markets and another one of Nu Nu's glorious Eats & Beats events is among your weekend choices, next to two Taipans games.

Hoons, illegal campers fined after Lake Tinaroo safety blitz

10 Feb 2022, 10:48

People captured on camera car surfing, riding in ute trays and doing donuts are among dozens to be fined by the Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service.

Undara Lava Tubes tourist business in Far North Queensland sold by pioneering family

03 Dec 2021, 11:03

Undara Experience sits adjacent to the Undara Volcanic National Park and has been sold by the Collins family to The G'Day Group.

Construction date set for Paradise Palms redevelopment in Cairns

27 Aug 2021, 12:30

Following a squashed court appeal and many council hurdles, a construction date is now set for The Palms Collection on the former Kewarra Beach golf course.

Cairns rising swimming stars to trial for the Olympics

09 Jun 2021, 15:45

Marcus West and Jack Hendy are among a group of Far North young gun swimmers travelling to Adelaide to compete in the Tokyo Olympics qualifiers.

Palms Collection development passes Council vote

11 Nov 2020, 15:30

The Palms Collection project is all set to move ahead, with Cairns Regional Council voting yes on the major redevelopment at Kewarra Beach.