Latest News
$3.6M surgery funding boost for hospitals
SURGICAL services at Atherton and Mareeba Hospitals will be expanded as part of a $3.6m funding injection by the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.
27 October, 2026
General News
Talking up Tablelands tourism potential
DISCUSSION about how the Tablelands can capitalise on its tourism potential were held between Minister for the...
28 October, 2026
Howe family puts farms on market
SIX farms owned by the Howe family have been placed on the market after...
Lakes transformed
A MAJOR transformation has taken place at Mareeba’s Bicentennial Lakes,...
Frustration grows over transfer station closures
THE closure of Herberton transfer station on weekends has been...
Community & Business
Calling young songwriters
A LOCAL musician has established a Young Australian Artist Grant in the hopes of propelling the next generation of...
23 October, 2026
Dingoes focus of free Malanda talk
THE dingo is one of Australia’s most controversial wildlife species and,...
Dancing has its own reward
MAREEBA’S Hispanic Club is one of 81 recipients from around the country...
Biboohra school art showcase
STUDENTS at Biboohra State School are eager to showcase their artwork to...
Sport
Fifty years of motocross
THE Mareeba Motorcycle Club is revving up for a huge day of riding, live music, memories and more as it celebrates 50...
26 October, 2026
Fantin Cup to mark anniversaries
FOR seven decades the Dimbulah Football club has been a sporting hub for...
Juniors bowl over competition
THE Atherton Junior Tenpin bowlers “absolutely cleaned up” at the recent...
Grose steps up to the plate in NZ
TOLGA’s Myles Grose is riding high after getting the opportunity to...
On The Land
Concerns grow over pineapple import plan
HOT on the heels of the pomelo import debacle, the Federal Government is being urged not to allow fresh pineapple...
24 October, 2026
Field day focus on soil
WET Tropics Soilcare (WETS) will be holding another Field Day this...
Young farmers showcase waterway
WHEN Sarah and Delon Curcio took over part of the family farm near...
Countdown to Beef2027
THE countdown to Beef-2027 is charging ahead, with around 200 days until...
Entertainment
‘Ember’ sparks new era for Nadine
THE release of her debut single has marked a major milestone in the creative journey of local musician Nadine Cockrem.
22 October, 2026
Best cars and bikes around
THE region’s best old, new and vintage cars and bikes will all be on...
Frock it like it’s hot
MAREEBA locals are invited to get colourful, get creative and get...
Upping the Amphi
FAR North Queenslanders are being invited to share highlights and...
