Killer strain of mutant drug-resistant tuberculosis claims victim in Cairns
A killer strain of mutant drug-resistant tuberculosis has claimed its latest victim in Queensland as health officials investigate reports of fresh cases of malaria and cholera in the state's far north.
Tours seek flexibility for bigger slice of the cruise passenger market in Cairns and Port Douglas
ADAPTABILITY and exclusivity are the keys for tour operators wanting to get a bigger slice of the cruise passenger market.
Guy Sebastian on music, pop and family
Guy Sebastian has the most number 1 hits for an Aussie male artist. He recently has kicked off his get along tour, playing more than 40 shows around the country.
Marina being considered as part of $10m makeover of Palm Cove jetty.
TWO breakwaters and a small marina are being considered as part of a $10 million makeover of the popular Palm Cove jetty.
More than a thousand cyclists ride in memory of Tanya Roneberg
More than 1000 riders marked their respects in a 4.5km convoy of cyclists along the Captain Cook Highway this morning.
Cairns heritage listed Rex Theatre demolishers plead guilty in court
THE company behind the demolition of the heritage-listed Rex Theatre and a real estate agent associated with the project are facing hefty fines after pleading guilty to undertaking the work without council approval.
Authorities worried dengue outbreaks In Far North Queensland will be prolonged
PUBLIC health officials fear Cairns will suffer mosquito-borne disease outbreaks all-year round unless residents become more vigilant.
Best paws forward to help a good cause on Cairns Esplanade
HUNDREDS of paws will pound the pavement tomorrow when the RSPCA Million Paws Walk takes place at Cairns Esplanade.
Something for everybody on first weekend of Port Douglas Carnivale 2013
THOUSANDS of people lined the streets last night for the Macrossan Street Parade extravaganza and big crowds are again expected today at Port Douglas Carnivale 2013.
It's all about meme
AS anyone who knows their stuff online these days would tell you, "one does not simply create a meme".
Town has love in the air at Yungaburra as Wedding Expo kicks off
ORGANISERS of the inaugural Yungaburra Wedding Expo this weekend hope it will be the beginning of a nuptial boom at the lakeside town.
Crocodile pops in for Carnivale action during Longest Lunch event at Port Douglas
Hundreds of foodies got a croc-shock today as a surprise visitor turned up at the Sheraton Mirage Longest Lunch.
Cairns community pays tribute to cyclist Tanya Roneberg at memorial
IF anyone doubted the impact Tanya Roneberg had on the Cairns community, they only had to step onto the Fish Tank basketball court yesterday and hear the words from those whose lives she had touched.
Cape York man jailed after breaking partner's jaw in Mission River assault
A CAPE York man has been jailed for breaking his partner's jaw, which already had a steel plate in it from a previous injury.
Mum suffers burns to 50 per cent of body after fire at Tully
MOTHER-of-three Nyrie Carlaw is fighting for her life in a Brisbane hospital after suffering burns to almost 50 per cent of her body when her Tully home caught on fire on Wednesday morning.
Convince your friends to join in The Cairns Post fun run for a good cause
IF the thought of conquering The Cairns Post Run for Cairns alone is a bit much, why not convince your work colleagues to get on board for a good cause.
Who let the dogs out? Seized dogs accused of attack go missing after break-in
TWO vicious dogs, locked up in a Bungalow pound, are missing after a break-in at the facility on Wednesday night.
Should cattle be allowed in national parks in Far North Queensland?
AFTER experiencing the worst year on record at his Gulf cattle station, Des McDowall is now stuck in the middle of a political stand-off he fears could cost him his livelihood.
Households 'safe' under Coalition says Abbott in Budget reply
A FEDERAL coalition government would maintain current income tax thresholds, pensions and benefits, Opposition Leader Tony Abbott said.
Cape York 'Facebook' croc wrestlers fined
THEY may have survived numerous encounters with Cape York's most fearsome animal, but two fishermen could not escape the law after photos of themselves wrestling and posing with crocodiles were posted on Facebook.
Entsch denies harsh ruling after blocked leave request for MP with sick child
WARREN Entsch says he would not have blocked a Government MP from leaving Parliament to be with her sick toddler if her request had better conveyed the urgency of the matter.
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Cairns gets big bing of exposure across United Kingdom
MICROSOFT'S bing has given Cairns a boost in the UK.
Yesterday the search engine giant used a Getty image of The Great Barrier reef on its homepage, exposing Cairns to millions of searchers across the globe.
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Cairns region in pitch to European travellers
THE Far North's greatest pitch to lure Europeans back to the region takes place over the next three days as about 300 travel specialists from the UK and the Continent descend on Cairns.
- Green light for Cape bauxite mine
- Mining bonanza as 8000 in Far North Queensland apply for 250 jobs
- Cairns number one regional destination for conventions
- The small problems at work that cost a lot
- Samsung says it has successfully tested 5G wireless
- Families hit by cut to baby bonus in Federal Budget
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Reconciliation plays out in spirit of game
THE concept was a winner last year and organisers hope the expanded version of AFL Cairns' Dreamtime by the Sea will further support and raise awareness for reconciliation in the community.
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Time for a big laugh at Port Douglas Carnivale's comedy events
THE Far North's funniest comedians will get their chance to strut their stuff alongside some of Australia's best this weekend at the Port Douglas Carnivale Open Mic Comedy competition.
