Latest News
New lots on the block
CLOSE to 200 lots for rural and low-density residential development have been approved by the Mareeba Shire Council, during its recent ordinary meeting, setting the stage for the
7 July, 2026
General News
‘Heart-breaking’ decision for disability operation
A HOUSING and business operation that provides accommodation and work for people with a disability may have to close...
7 July, 2026
Concern over disaster funding cuts
PROPOSED changes to national Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements...
Council wins two state awards
MAREEBA Shire Council has been recognised as the best in the state with...
Steady growth for Mareeba
MAREEBA real estate was stable, upward moving and did not reflect the...
Community & Business
Bingo delivers health boost
PLAYING bingo in Atherton is helping to improve patient care, with funds raised through weekly sessions contributing...
3 July, 2026
Mareeba High first at camp
ONE of Mareeba State High’s brightest was one of just three regional...
Group progressing new community building
A WORKING group of local Malanda representatives has met four times over...
Be a part of the Mareeba rodeo vibe!
WITH only nine days to go before Mareeba’s iconic annual rodeo,...
Sport
Gladiators stun Brothers
THE Mareeba Gladiators have come away with an incredible two-point win over the competition-leading Cairns Brothers...
6 July, 2026
Lions edge Bulls in tight contest
MAREEBA United were left frustrated on Saturday night after suffering a...
No stopping the green machine
THIS year’s Mareeba High athletics carnival was once again...
Roosters break rival’s streak
THEY say all good things must come to an end and it was only fitting...
On The Land
Making the most of irrigation
A FREE irrigation workshop to be held at Tolga this Friday will focus on how growers can save water and reduce...
4 July, 2026
Be prepared for fire season
OWNERS of five acres or more in the Mareeba Shire are being invited to...
Drones over troubled waters
OVER 30 people including farmers, graziers, residents, educators,...
Australia a standout in global beef sector
TIGHTENING global supply and firm international demand is expected to...
Entertainment
Gearing up for the Gillies party
A TASTE of what’s in store for the upcoming Gillies Centenary Celebrations was previewed at the Yungaburra Pub...
2 July, 2026
Pool celebrates 60 years
A GRAND community celebration is set for this weekend as the Mareeba...
Governor to open parklands
QUEENSLAND Governor Dr Jeannette Young will attend the official opening...
50 years of NAIDOC
A COMMUNITY event will be held at the Mareeba Turf Club next week for...
