Latest News
A prostate cancer journey
Battling cancer is a difficult journey but the outcome is worth the pain, says PETER VALENTINE who recently overcame prostate cancer and wants to let others know to seek help as
6 December, 2025
General News
Aged care housing boost
MAREEBA’S housing stock will receive a boost, with the approval of a plan to build two new aged care units.
5 December, 2025
Help at hand for students
STUDENTS heading away from our region to study or train elsewhere in...
Momentum building for Malanda housing project
AN innovative housing project at Malanda is in its final stages of...
New community hub proposal set for Kuranda
KURANDA is set for a new community hub, to be built by the Ngoonbi...
Community & Business
Major achievements recognised
ATHERTON State High School’s students were recognised for their achievements across the school year at its...
6 December, 2025
Medals lost in blaze re-gifted
RURAL Fire Service firefighter Rob Doyle was truly moved when the...
Pack a Pencil Case Challenge
CENTACARE FNQ’s School Savvy FNQ campaign is inviting workplaces,...
Malanda students celebrated
STUDENT achievements were proudly celebrated by Malanda State High...
Sport
Action-packed finals for Summer 6’s
MAREEBA United Football Club’s Summer 6s competition has concluded with a strong turnout and a series of...
1 December, 2025
Century for young batsman
AN impressive 110-not-out from Atherton Cricket Club’s Brandon Green...
Huge turnout for Muay Thai fight night
AROUND 400 people turned out for Spirit Muay Thai’s (SMT) epic fight...
Local horses set for $200K Doomben cup
MAREEBA trainer Alex Maliff will have two horses running in the $200,000...
On The Land
The best beef in the business
THE best beef in the region has been judged at one of the most prestigious competitions for the industry, with...
29 November, 2025
Discount water for producers
PRIMARY producers who use water from Sunwater for irrigation can now...
New local mango variety hits shops
A NEW variety of locally produced mangoes will hit the supermarkets this...
Sugarcane Bioenergy report on its way
AN inquiry by the Queensland Parliament’s Primary Industries and...
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...
