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Late Brazil goal denies Socceroos famous win after stunning Irankunda free kick
Brazil scored with the last touch of the game to deny the Socceroos a famous victory in Townsville, after a stunning free kick from Nestory Irankunda gave the Socceroos the lead.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Roosters bound for NRL grand final
The Sydney Roosters lead the Dolphin in an epic NRL preliminary final at Lang Park. Follow live.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Body found after 'suspicious' house fire near Ipswich
Police were called to the Verran Street address around 5pm on Thursday with local residents reporting they could smell petrol near a property that was thought to be vacant.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Thousands of Queensland child safety workers walk off the job
Employees have brought air mattresses to local members of parliament's offices to highlight cases in which children have spent the night in government offices waiting for suitable placement to be found.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Standing room only as AFL grand final parade kicks off
Interstate footy fans flooded Melbourne Park as Brisbane and Fremantle prepare to play in the grand final tomorrow.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Cowboys blueprint offers NRL expansion hope for Queensland Heartland
With more than 6,000 junior players across the region and a long history of producing elite talent, the Queensland Heartland Bid is drawing on the ingredients that helped establish the North Queensland Cowboys.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Customers say Qantas not being 'fair dinkum' on costly outback flights
Customers say the cost of regional airfares remains unreasonable, and the high prices could be sending domestic tourists overseas.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Police investigate after 84yo dies from 'unexplained' injuries
Queensland police are investigating what they have described as the sudden death of a man in his 80s more than 400 kilometres west of Brisbane.
abc.net.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Serious bicycle crash, North Ward
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a serious single-vehicle crash at Townsville last night, 24 September. Shortly before 5.30pm, emergency services were called to Kennedy Street, North Ward following reports a man had fallen off a bicycle. The 76-year-old man was transported to Townsville…
mypolice.qld.gov.auFri, 25 SepRead at source
Townsville Grammar marks 9 years of Sony Camp
Townsville's Sony Foundation camp gave children with disability a break and local families free respite. The post Townsville Grammar marks 9 years of Sony Camp appeared first on The Townsville Times .
townsvilletimes.com.auWed, 23 SepRead at source
Nominations open for Townsville Australia Day Awards
Wed, 23 Sep
Townsville residents can nominate local community achievers for recognition in the 2027 Australia Day Awards. The post Nominations open for Townsville Australia Day Awards appeared first on The Townsville Times .
townsvilletimes.com.au
Robbery with violence, Townsville
Police have charged an 11-year-old girl following a robbery with violence incident in Townsville last night, 22 September. It is alleged at 7.34pm last night a 28-year-old woman was boarding a bus on Flinders Lane intersection with Fraley Lane when she was pulled off from behind by two youths and…
mypolice.qld.gov.auWed, 23 SepRead at source
Lano & Woodley set course for Townsville in 2027
Tue, 22 Sep
Lano & Woodley are heading to Townsville with their latest comedy In Space as the duo expands its 2027 Australian tour. The post Lano & Woodley set course for Townsville in 2027 appeared first on The Townsville Times .
townsvilletimes.com.au
Great Barrier Reef sea cucumbers face overfishing risk
Scientists warn black teatfish may recover slowly from fishing, raising concerns about current harvesting levels. The post Great Barrier Reef sea cucumbers face overfishing risk appeared first on The Townsville Times .
townsvilletimes.com.auTue, 22 SepRead at source
Assault charge, Townsville
Police have charged a man following an assault in Townsville City on 19 September. Shortly before 11.20pm, the man attended a business address on Flinders Street where he is alleged to have struck a 23-year-old Townsville man with a glass. The 23-year-old sustained minor injuries and was…
mypolice.qld.gov.auTue, 22 SepRead at source
Drink driving and traffic offences, Ayr
Police have charged a man with drink driving and other traffic offences in Ayr on Sunday afternoon, 20 September. At 4pm, police were parked on Graham Street when a white Ford Falcon with a dog inside the tray allegedly performed a burnout in front of the unmarked police vehicle. Police intercepted…
mypolice.qld.gov.auTue, 22 SepRead at source
Hot, dry day ahead for Qld with unusually high temps in some areas
Temperatures are set to climb even higher on Monday, bringing a fire risk to most of Queensland.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
Lions star to challenge grand final ban, Hawks duo handed massive fines
The Lions will contest a one-match suspension handed to Lachie Neale, which would rule the two-time premiership captain out of the AFL grand final.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
Cairns man dedicates his life savings to helping local kids thrive
After almost three decades working with at-risk young people through government departments, Rob Hodge found there were limits when working to change things.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
Photographers' vision for struggling town creates portrait of success
As community leaders from around Australia meet at the National Small Town Reinvention Conference, one Queensland town showcases how a spotlight on unique qualities can attract more residents and visitors.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
'Silenced' women regain their voices through Queensland music program
During the 12-month program, 32 women took part in collaborative songwriting, singing, and music-making as a way to rebuild identity, confidence and social connection.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
Recycling industry needs to prepare for influx of EV waste, experts say
As electric vehicle use rapidly grows in Australia, experts say the country's battery recycling industry must prepare for the looming influx of waste.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
Lions to take one big advantage into grand final showdown with Freo
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan urges the Lions to lean into their experience to seize the rare prize of an AFL premiership three-peat.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
Olympic contenders put rowing course to the test in state regatta
As hundreds of young rowers hit the Fitzroy River in a school regatta, the Olympic dream is already starting to feel real in Rockhampton.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
'Miracle' baby born healthy after mother's chemotherapy
A Queensland couple is enjoying motherhood after their "miracle" baby boy was born with no health issues, despite his mum undergoing chemotherapy while pregnant.
abc.net.auSun, 20 SepRead at source
Helicopter winches family to safety after Whitsundays yacht crash
A family of four, including two children, have been rescued by helicopter after their yacht became stuck on a reef in the Whitsundays.
abc.net.auSat, 19 SepRead at source
Hawks fans throw bottles at umpires after 'bravest decision' in prelim
Hawthorn fans are condemned for their behaviour after the siren following a heart-stopping preliminary final against the Brisbane Lions at the MCG.
abc.net.auSat, 19 SepRead at source
Inquest examines why Joanne Butterfield disappeared without a trace
A coroner has heard evidence from witnesses who do not believe the Far North Queensland mother took her own life when she vanished in mysterious circumstances almost three decades ago.
abc.net.auSat, 19 SepRead at source
Hopes new outback museum will spark conversation about town's past
Once home to one of the most isolated policing roles in Australia, Birdsville's historical courthouse has reopened as a museum. Some residents say it is a reminder of the town's chequered past with Indigenous relations.
abc.net.auSat, 19 SepRead at source
Tourist park plan sparks divide in Noosa hinterland town
A plan to create a tourist park opposite the renovated Kin Kin Hotel sparks an angry response from some residents.
abc.net.auSat, 19 SepRead at source

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Late Brazil goal denies Socceroos famous win after stunning Irankunda free kick

Roosters bound for NRL grand final

Body found after 'suspicious' house fire near Ipswich

Thousands of Queensland child safety workers walk off the job

Standing room only as AFL grand final parade kicks off

Cowboys blueprint offers NRL expansion hope for Queensland Heartland

Customers say Qantas not being 'fair dinkum' on costly outback flights

Police investigate after 84yo dies from 'unexplained' injuries

Serious bicycle crash, North Ward

Townsville Grammar marks 9 years of Sony Camp

Nominations open for Townsville Australia Day Awards

Robbery with violence, Townsville

Lano & Woodley set course for Townsville in 2027

Great Barrier Reef sea cucumbers face overfishing risk

Assault charge, Townsville

Drink driving and traffic offences, Ayr

Hot, dry day ahead for Qld with unusually high temps in some areas

Lions star to challenge grand final ban, Hawks duo handed massive fines

Cairns man dedicates his life savings to helping local kids thrive

Photographers' vision for struggling town creates portrait of success

'Silenced' women regain their voices through Queensland music program

Recycling industry needs to prepare for influx of EV waste, experts say

Lions to take one big advantage into grand final showdown with Freo

Olympic contenders put rowing course to the test in state regatta

'Miracle' baby born healthy after mother's chemotherapy

Helicopter winches family to safety after Whitsundays yacht crash

Hawks fans throw bottles at umpires after 'bravest decision' in prelim

Inquest examines why Joanne Butterfield disappeared without a trace

Hopes new outback museum will spark conversation about town's past

Tourist park plan sparks divide in Noosa hinterland town

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