Latest News

Rivalry clash ends in stalemate
FIERCE rivalry and physi-cality made for an epic first round of footy at the weekend, with the big clash against the Mareeba Gladiators and Atherton Roosters ending in a 28-all
23 March, 2026
General News
Guide showcases shire’s tourism gems
A NEW “Visit Mareeba Shire Visitor Guide”, designed to showcase the incredible and varied experiences, landscapes and...
21 March, 2026
Parks to get pool funds
TWO parks in Mt Garnet will be upgraded with funds originally awarded to...
Rural health under discussion
A MEETING involving the National Rural Health Alliance and Mareeba...
Senate inquiry to probe First Peoples’ racism
A SENATE Inquiry into racism against First Peoples will be conducted by...
Community & Business
Forum to launch women support
A FREE forum designed to support women across the Tablelands to build confidence, strengthen skills and explore local...
20 March, 2026
Free cuts for Youth Week
YOUNG people in the Mareeba Shire can celebrate Youth Week in style this...
New group to restore Atherton’s beauty
A COMMUNITY meeting that attracted over 60 disgruntled residents late...
Auction raises $37K for Etheridge flood recovery
A CHARITY auction organised and run by a small, family-owned Tolga...
Sport
Nod to the past in season opener
A LARGE home crowd turned out on Saturday night to watch the Mareeba Bulls open their 2026-27 season, marking the...
16 March, 2026
Rivals to clash in first round
A FIERCE clash between the Mareeba Gladiators and Atherton Roosters will...
Swimming success for Deacon
WAR cries and good, old-fashioned competition made St Stephen’s Catholic...
Golf club gears up for big comp
A $7,500 prize pool will be sure to attract some of the region’s best...
On The Land
Rising farm fuel costs will be passed on
LOCAL primary producers are calling for more fuel reserves across the nation as the growing effects of the Middle...
21 March, 2026
AgForce joins chorus of concern
AGFORCE has joined the chorus of concern over fuel and fertiliser...
Katter slams fuel security failures
WITH imported petrol prices set to cripple transport and tourism...
New fund supports local dairy industry
A NEW fund is being established to support the future of the dairy...
Entertainment
National audience for Historic Village Herberton
HISTORIC Village Herberton and the stories of the Atherton Tablelands’ pioneering past was showcased to a national...
19 March, 2026
Treat for blues, rock music lovers
LOVERS of blues and rock music are in for a treat later this month when...
Get creative at music workshops
FREE creative music workshops will be held in Mareeba, Kuranda and...
Tablelands tastes part of food celebration
TWO popular venues on the Tablelands will take part in a month-long...







