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Native tree cropping expands locally
THERE are few, if any, crop growing areas of Australia that have undergone the same level of massive diversification as the Atherton Tablelands and Mareeba Dimbulah Irrigation
23 November, 2025
General News
Chance meeting reveals bomber landing story
AN outdated magazine and an unexpected meeting with an Aboriginal elder has solved a difficult chapter of Cape York...
21 November, 2025
50-year mark for isolated kids
THE FNQ Isolated Children’s Parents Association (ICPA) is this month...
Energy changes paying off for TRC
ACTIONS to reduce its emissions and energy costs are paying off for...
Bush battles, big dreams, and a mother’s legacy
MEMBER for Kennedy Bob Katter has been formally honoured, with the...
Community & Business
Big barra brings success
A FISHING competition held by the Tableland Fish Stocking Society (TFSS) recently was labelled a great success,...
22 November, 2025
It’s time to light it up!
FESTIVE celebrations in the Mareeba Shire are off to a glittering start...
Worthy people sought for awards
PEOPLE who have contributed to the local community can now be nominated...
Bikers riding high for toys
CARS and motorcycles are being polished and decorated in anticipation of...
Sport
Atherton on the up
ATHERTON Cricket Club has jumped to fourth on the ladder after going two-for-two at the weekend, while the Mareeba...
17 November, 2025
Inaugural awards night
MAREEBA Netball capped off of a fantastic season with its first ever...
Call to support young gymnasts
GYMANSTICS Atherton is calling for donations from the community so it...
Muay thai fight night
MAREEBA’s Spirit Muay Thai (SMT) will be hosting its fourth tournament...
On The Land
Time to stand up for ag’s future
THERE has never been more an important time than now for advocacy.
22 November, 2025
The Tablelands News, The Far North News
Lychee growers confident despite sporatic flowering
DESPITE sporadic flowering and fruit set this far, local lychee...
Compost sprayer trial
LIQUID compost sprayer trials have begun on the Atherton Tablelands as...
Councils tell Canberra to back off Buffel Grass
QUEENSLAND councils are being commended for taking a strong stand...
Entertainment
Inspiring story focus of new play
AN inspiring story featuring Tony Award-winning songs is ready to kick off at Atherton Performing Arts this week.
20 November, 2025
Now for something a little different
TABLELANDS Music Lovers are bringing an edge to its upcoming November...
Local ladies raise $10K for cancer
A SEA of pink packed out Dimbulah’s Junction Hotel recently, with the...
Barbecue to celebrate mens day
A COMMUNITY barbecue with guest speakers and giveaways will be held for...
