Cairns big gig runs on sun. Home-made solar power supply a “shining” example
When the music starts at the Cairns Ecofiesta on Sunday, a home-made solar power system made of recycled parts will be driving the amps and speakers.
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Public health warning as three meningococcal cases confirmed in Cairns
Queensland Health has confirmed three people are being treated for meningococcal disease in Cairns, with two of them requiring hospital care.
The Minister who wouldn’t take no for an answer: The Joh era tale of development, hippies, a shotgun and a blowtorch
Why remove a local MP from a roadside plaque? The Joh era far north Queensland tale of development, hippies, a shotgun and a blowtorch
Reborn bush birthing wins award for Beaudesert Hospital
Beaudesert Hospital Maternity unit has won a prestigious national award, just eight years after birthing services resumed at the facility
Cook comes down after 50 years in Cairns. Controversial statue now goes bush
A statue of British seafarer James Cook has been removed from a plinth beside the main street of Cairns, after a long and sometimes controversial debate about its future.
“Wheelie” unusual charity race raises $105K in COVID comeback
One of Australia’s most unusual charity fundraisers has made a strong comeback, raising over $100,000 in far north Queensland.
Man in custody, arrows fired, in four day Whitsunday siege
A siege in a home unit block in the Queensland Whitsundays region has ended after almost four days, during which it’s alleged a man shot arrows at police.
Police warn of remote travel risks after Cape York search and rescue
Four people have been found safe after an extensive search and rescue operation in remote country on western Cape York Peninsula.
Colin the north Queensland croc seeks new home
Queensland’s Department of Environment and Science will relocate a freshwater crocodile that turned up last week at the showgrounds in the north Queensland town of Bowen.
Avo cash smash prompts call to fix food gluts and slumps
A Queensland fair food advocate says urgent structural change is needed to reduce oversupply of fresh produce that leads to crops being dumped.
Cherbourg call centre creates local jobs
In an Australian first, the Aboriginal community of Cherbourg has officially opened a community call centre that will provide much-needed local jobs.
Electric car share service launches on Gold Coast
A Queensland tech start-up has launched an electric car share scheme on the Gold Coast it says is the future of mobility in Australia
COVID supply delays postpone Queensland health procedures
Queensland Health will postpone non-urgent elective medical imaging procedures due to a critical world-wide shortage of contrast solutions.
Rare out of season cyclone renews climate change concerns
A leading Australian cyclone expert says the out of season system currently in the western Pacific is rare but not unprecedented, and climate change could be a factor.
Queensland celebrates volunteers who save the state billions every year
Queensland volunteers have many opportunities for experience and adventure, as the state celebrates the three million people who donate their time to good causes each year.
“We can’t do it on our own.” Mount Morgan seeks end to 20 years of water troubles
Rockhampton Regional Council wants the Federal and State governments to help fund a reliable water supply to the historic central Queensland town of Mount Morgan.
Think tank says Queensland gas projects not paying income tax
Claims that Queensland gas projects would generate billions of dollars in Federal tax revenue are yet to come true, according to public policy think tank The Australia Institute .
COVID keeps Barnesy out of Whitsundays
Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes has cancelled shows in Mackay and Daydream Island this week because he’s tested positive to COVID.
Gold Coast garbos go hydro in trucking game-changer
Australia’s first hydrogen powered garbage truck will soon be emptying bins in south-east Queensland.
Green power switch will save Greater Brisbane homes thousands of dollars
Clean energy advocates Rewiring Australia say Greater Brisbane homes could save almost $5000 a year by switching to renewable energy while also creating 24,000 jobs in a report released this week.
Opinion: Gladstone jobs depend on clean energy future but governments must lead the way
Kahn Goodluck says genuine leadership is needed from governments to meet his region's top issue, the transition to clean, renewable energy.
Coral scientist questions Barrier Reef mass bleaching report delay
One of Australia’s leading coral reef scientists says it’s unfortunate a report on the latest Great Barrier Reef mass bleaching has not yet been released.
In for the long run: 10 years raising funds for cystic fibrosis
Meet the amazing families who have been raising money for Cystic Fibrosis for 10 years.
Hydrogen will drive Emerald kids to school as clean energy fleet expands
Bowen Basin kids will soon ride to school on buses powered by renewable hydrogen, with Emerald Coaches set to join the growing Queensland clean energy fleet.
Renewables could be a bonanza for the bush but Federal leadership lacking says new report
Communities in Central Queensland are ready to reap the rewards of the renewable energy economy but are demanding leadership.