Latest News
VIP upgrade for Mareeba Turf Club
RACE fans will soon be able to enjoy having a punt on the horses in comfort and style, with a new-and-improved VIP lounge coming to the Mareeba Turf Club.
10 December, 2025
General News
Stalemate over water quality at platypus haven
ACTIONS to clear up the water in Peterson Creek and protect the local platypus breeding ground have hit a wall, as...
9 December, 2025
Big stink over toilet removal
A WELL-known Atherton publican has voiced his strong opposition to the...
Annual report reveals all
MORE than $40 million in capital works aimed at improving water...
New farm program for at-risk youth
A NEW intensive early intervention program for at-risk youth will be...
Community & Business
All in the Christmas spirit
ST Vincent de Paul Society Queensland members and volunteers from Atherton and Mareeba rolled up their sleeves last...
10 December, 2025
Meal deliveries with added festive charm
THE Meals on Wheels team are delivering an extra special Christmas...
Herberton’s new community hub
A NEWLY-formed not-for-profit organisation is providing support and help...
A prostate cancer journey
Battling cancer is a difficult journey but the outcome is worth the...
Sport
Atherton claims third position
THE Atherton Cricket Club has jumped to third on the Cricket Far North ladder following a narrow two-run win over the...
8 December, 2025
Major upgrade for netball courts
WITH the season at a close, the Mareeba Netball Association is now...
Action-packed finals for Summer 6’s
MAREEBA United Football Club’s Summer 6s competition has concluded with...
Century for young batsman
AN impressive 110-not-out from Atherton Cricket Club’s Brandon Green...
On The Land
Katter supports wind farm Bill
WIND farms will be banned from being built in state forests and in “nature wonderlands” if the House of...
7 December, 2025
Vegie goodness labelling boosts sales
SMALL changes in how prices are displayed in shops can have a big...
Horticulture pumps $6 billion into economy
QUEENSLAND’S horticulture sector is doing far more than feeding the...
Prepare for storms
FAR North Queensland was one of the farming regions most seriously...
Entertainment
‘Miracles’ is an exhibition of hope
EVERY mum has a pregnancy or birthing story, whether it’s a horror tale of a 20-hour labour, or the perfect natural...
4 December, 2025
Local artist hosts exhibition
A NEW ceramics exhibition by local artist Jean McMaster is now open to...
Artist to showcase original music
A CONCERT featuring a range of original songs from local musician and...
Fleetwood Mac tribute returns
MUSIC fans are in for a treat as “Running in the Shadows”, Australia’s...
