Latest News
Confidence boosts Mareeba businesses
NINETY-one new small businesses registered in the Mareeba Shire last year, according to the latest statistics presented to the Mareeba Shire Council.
17 February, 2026
General News
Katter ejected from chamber over stance
MEMBER for Kennedy Bob Katter was “thrown out” of Parliament last week over his attempt to raise concerns about the...
17 February, 2026
Mareeba station funding may hit the rails
FUNDING efforts to upgrade the Mareeba Railway Station may be...
New croc plan a big win
LOCAL waterways can finally become much safer, with the State...
Bushy Creek causeway a keeper
A ROGUE causeway constructed at the Bushy Creek crossing near Julatten...
Community & Business
Community unites to improve local creek
REPRESENTATIVES from more than 10 organisations came together to share ideas and build a cooperative plan to improve...
13 February, 2026
Time to celebrate our volunteers
VOLUNTEERS make a big difference in our community and now, there is a...
Find a furry lover this Valentine’s Day
A RANGE of loving animals will be looking for their special someone at...
Racing community mourns passing of FNQ jockey
THE local racing community is mourning the death of beloved jockey Len...
Sport
No luck for local sides
BOTH the Atherton and Mareeba cricket clubs were unable to find a win at the weekend, with Atherton falling just...
16 February, 2026
Muay Thai gym starts women-only class
MAREEBA’s Spirit Muay Thai gym is continuing to expand its services,...
$30M in sports grants on offer
LOCAL sports clubs can now apply for a share in $30 million in funding...
Gold rush for Cairns underwater hockey
YOUNG athletes from the Tablelands, Douglas Shire, and Cairns region...
On The Land
Why biosecurity matters now more than ever
A BRAZEN incursion on our state’s northern border recently has shone a spotlight on the critical importance of our...
14 February, 2026
AgForce takes concerns to Minister
AGFORCE has met with Federal Minister for the Environment and Water,...
Targeting feral pigs, woody weeds
FERAL pig and woody weed control programs are beginning in the Herbert...
New tool to help growers verify their emissions
QUEENSLAND’S sugar industry has rolled out a new on-farm greenhouse gas...
Entertainment
Local events vie for music awards
SAVANNAH in the Round and Tablelands Folk Festival are vying to win the Festival of the Year as part of the 2026...
12 February, 2026
E-waste art exhibition coming
BRISBANE-based artist Suzon Fuks will bring her immersive exhibition...
Find a bargain at theatre sale
This Saturday is your last chance to grab a bargain from the Malanda...
Rustic charm and a stirring show
ACOUSTIC folk, alternative country, and bluegrass will ring out at the...
