More funding announced for the QPS's Youth Crime Taskforce

Plus, new research shows eating a wide variety of foods is the best way to avoid potential allergies.

DV advocates want to see change under the new Police Commissioner

Plus, a new study has found more of us need to purchase a battery-operated radio in the event of a cyclone.

Concerns have been raised over how we meet QLD's energy targets

Plus, the Townsville Blackhawks suffered their fourth defeat so far this season.

Police appeal for help to find a missing woman from Kirwan

Plus, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator will have a new head office in Townsville.

The urgent repairs to Stoney Creek bridge in Derragun

Plus: Queensland's peak social service group has slammed the disbanding of the Youth Justice Select Committee.... labelling it "SHAMEFUL".

'Shameful' Reaction to Youth Justice Committee dissolution

Plus: Townsville's waste could help build our roads.

Youth justice committee scrapped

Plus: a man in his 60's is in a critical but stable condition in Townsville Hospital after a crash in the Burdekin.

Exclusive: Fluoride to be in Townville Council cost cutting talks

In this LiSTNR exclusive: New Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson admits that the Fluoridation of Townville's water supply will be up for cost-cutting discussions. Thompson campaigned on reducing the city council's debt. What do dentists say?

'strategic response' planned for RSV vax shortage

Plus: James Cook University is reviewing historical payments made to staff.

Queenslanders missed out on $400 dollar power saving

That's according to the conservation council.

Taulangi with Hamstring injury

It's Semi Valemei's chance to come in for our Cowboys.

Finefeuiaki & McIntyre enter early guilty pleas

Plus: The member for Hinchenbrook has expressed his delight over the education minister's decision to scrap amendments to reforms bill.  

3 teens allegedly responsible for girl guide hut ransacking

Plus: Limited opportunities in regional areas like Townsville are leading to increased youth crime, according to Youth Community Futures research. 

A man in his 60's is in hospital after an alleged robbery

The 63-year-old was near his white Hilux on Wattle street when he was allegedly assaulted by a group of people. 

Townsville: The hottest property market in the country

That's according to Propertyology's head of research Simon Pressley. 

More youth criminals are locked up than ever before

That's according to Youth Justice Minister Di Farmer. 

Up to 10 cows dead on the Bruce highway

Plus: A local MP is questioning why so little time has been given for public submissions into grocery prices.

EXCLUSIVE CHAT: PM unveils new scheme and weighs in on Rabbitohs rumour mill

Anthony Albanese is in Queensland today, to unveil the 'Future Made in Australia Act'. 

Fluoride up for discussion in council budget talks

Plus: Tropical cyclone Paul poses little threat to Queensland.

Thompson officially Townsville's Mayor

Plus: Petition for a Julian Assange Statue sent to council.

Stovetop causes fire at North Ward restaurant

Plus: A woman has been caught driving nearly 6 times over the legal limit blowing a 0.29 

Premier responds to anti-labour swing caims

Plus: a Motorcycle rider's in critical condition after a serious crash with a truck on Woolcock Street last night. 

QLD Teachers: new legislation a slap in the face

Plus: Police say Sunday’s death of a tourist a FNQ water fall serves as a tragic reminder to take more care around water.

Feldt cemented in Cowboys history

Plus: State election could see a rise in independents.

Over 50's facing rental anxiety

Plus: Kyle Felt, the all-time try scorer!

Enjoy a cold beer and donate to the Reef at the same time

Plus, JCU scientists have discovered sustainable development practices are helping the corals in the Great Barrier Reef.

The nation's first rocket will launch out of Bowen next month

Plus, the RACQ says local petrol prices are hight because of global factors, not greed.

A man is fighting for life in hospital after a crash in Annandale last night

Plus, Qld landlords are being urged to ensure the smoke alarms in their rentals are functioning properly and meet safety guidelines.

A man will face Court again over the alleged arson attack on a Kirwan school

Plus, new crime data has revealed just how many elderly Queenslanders have become victims of violent offences.

Townsville's cruise terminal gets an upgrade as record ship numbers booked

Plus, Qld Police are concerned they won't be able to enforce new coercive control laws.

Townsville Airport could be at high risk if aviation firefighters strike on April 15

Plus, healthcare professionals are urging locals not to underestimate the seriousness of the flu.

Locals can book a free flu vax as the State Gov prepares for flu season

Plus, a crash in the Burdekin on Friday night is just one of the many accidents on QLD roads this Easter.

NQ managed to avoid the worst of it on Qld roads over the Easter break

Plus, a new PropTrack report has found regional Queensland home prices reached a new peak in March.

A man's died in Townsville hospital after his motorbike crashed earlier this month

Plus, QLD tourism is back to pre-covid levels with Townsville enjoying record levels of visitor spending.

Don't drink or drug drive this Easter is the word from local police

Plus, three more Councillors have been declared for Townsville City Council.

Burdell resident confronts allegedly armed home intruder

Plus, Constable Adam See and Senior Constable Anthony Poole have earned Commendation for brave conduct awards in Townsville.

Eight people hospitalised after bus crash near Tully

Plus, JCU scientists are a big step closer to creating vaccines for tropical diseases.

Townsville residents still don't know the results of their local election

Plus, Regional Development Australia Townsville commends the State Gov on fast-tracking projects in the region.

More than 100mms of rain's fallen in many places across the north

Plus, over 7000 cases of RSV have been recorded in QLD this year.

Roughly 3,000 Queenslanders are diagnosed with epilepsy each year

Plus, an abortion advocate says politicians should leave women's health issues to women after the KAP introduced a "termination of pregnancy" amendment bill.

A record-breaking 65,000 fans flocked to Townsville's P!nk concerts

Plus, election results are still pending for Townsville City Council.

50 Million bucks for Townsville thanks to P!NK

20,000 in the Ville for wrap up of the star's AUNZ tour

$1M welcomed by forced adoption support services

Plus: Townsville's been painted P!NK.

Police commend neighbours who tried to have housefire victim

Plus: Tribute's are flowing in for the Townsville dad who was killed by an eastern brown snake. 

Tributes flowing for father killed by eastern brown.

the 47 year old reportedly suffered multiple snake bites while trying to remove the highly venomous snake from a childcare centre. 

NQ Cowboys: Big call up for Kulikefu Finefeuiaki

The 20 year old coming in for an injured Heilum Luki.

One dead in fatal Hermit Park house fire

A crime scene's been declared at the clayton street property. 

Chad Townsend: Golden point was a childhood dream

However the Cowboys aren't getting cocky, the halfback adding it's still early days in the comp. 

The vote count continues for Townsville

it may be another week before we find out who the next mayor of Townsville will be. as just 514 votes separate front runners Troy Thompson and Incumbent Jenny Hill

Potential 1000 points for Val Holmes tomorrow

As the Cowboys take to the field at home for the first time this season.

Off to the polls for North Queenslanders tomorrow!

You'll need to make sure you vote in your local government area, like just under 49 thousand have already done during pre-poll.

A $500m "Nasa of the Great Barrier Reef"

local leaders have come together to make a new plan for our aquarium

Payton: "Cowboys are looking fast and strong."

The Cowboys coach choosing consistency ahead of their first home game this weekend against the knights. 

QLD cocaine use reaching new highs

The data comes from testing the wastewater of around 14 million Aussies. 

Body of missing swimmer at Crystal Cascades found

A report will be prepared for the State Coroner.

Actions of father 'definitely saved his daughters life' at Kinchant Dam

The 40-year-olds body was body was pulled from the water just before 7am yesterday.

Qld women are leading the way when it comes to investment property

Plus, we're celebrating the power of females this International Women's Day.

Historic State laws passed overnight regarding midwifery care

Plus, locals are being urged to take precautions as Q-Fever cases rise in Townsville.

Qantas pledges $10M to help save the Great Barrier Reef

Plus, paramedics have been called to assist almost 300 snake bite victims just this year alone. 

Three large CROCS confirmed near a popular swimming hole

Plus, coercive control to become a criminal offence in Queensland.

A toddler is in a critical condition after a near-drowning in Nelly Bay

Plus, concerns about the consequences for the Aussie car market in light of the Government's new proposal.

Top doc's criticism over which health services are receiving State funding

Plus, investigations continue into a stabbing outside the Court House yesterday.

A woman has died in Ayr after an accident on a ride-on mower last night

Plus, Queenslanders fighting cancer and other serious illnesses will be able to access IVF rebates from 2025.

3-metre saltwater croc spotted in popular freshwater swimming hole

Plus, Q-Fever is severely underdiagnosed in our region according to a microbiologist.

Record number of cruise ships will visit Townsville this week

Plus, whooping cough cases are rising in Qld but vaccine rates are dropping according to one expert.

Early voting for Local Council elections opens today in Townsville

Plus, $9M of Government funding will go towards improving road safety around Fairfield Shopping Centre.

A person needed to be airlifted to hospital after a crash on Hervey Range Road

Plus, a possible new biosecurity levee has Queensland farmers up in arms.

Townsville candidates have disclosed $180,000 in campaign expenditure

Plus, the Weather Bureau has issued a moderate flood warning for the Herbert River.

An Oonoonba man has been arrested after allegedly ramming a police car

Plus, authorities have confirmed extensive coral bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef.

Should Townsville City Council ban Airbnb's?

Plus, North Queensland's daytime temps are up 0.6 degrees.

Investigations continue into a fatal crash north of Ingham

Plus, it's best to reach out for help early if you think your housing situation is at risk according to Uniting Care Queensland.

Into the Fire - Finals Edition - Sami Whitcomb

Sami Whitcomb joins Woody, your host and guard from The Townsville Fire. Get the inside scoop from players, discuss the latest games, and look ahead to what's coming up with your Townsville Fire. Whether you're apart of the Orange Army or just getting started, this is the podcast to keep you in the know about all things WNBL and the Townsville Fire. 

More details emerge about the fatal MRH-90 Taipan crash during its public inquiry

Plus, two people have died following a horror single-vehicle crash near Ingham yesterday.

Two people are critical after their vehicle rolled on the Bruce Hwy north of Ingham

Plus, calls for construction of an inland freight route as major highways continue to be closed due to flooding.

A public inquiry into the fatal MRH-90 TAIPAN crash begins today

Plus, big businesses have had their gender pay gaps revealed overnight.

QFES responded to a large shed blaze in Ingham

Plus, a word of hiking advice from the SES. 

Man will front Court after allegedly stealing a car before throwing glass at officers

Plus, an expert on the State Government's idea for an 'On Country' program for repeat juvenile offenders.

Interim Police Commissioner will apply for top job

Steve Gollschewski says he wont be "keeping the seat warm."

Independent inquiry launched into Taipan crash

The new Inquiry's first public hearing is scheduled to be held on February 27

FRIEND OR FOE? How AI could change QLD's election campaigns

In this LiSTNR exclusive, we look at the increasing role of artificial intelligence in campaigns overseas, and what that could mean for Queenslanders voting in the upcoming local and state elections.

Palm Island man hospitalised after dog attack

it happened the same the a man in his 70's was airlifted to Townsville hospital after crashing a buggy into a fence, 70ks outside of Hughenden.  

Former Cowboy, Luchiano Leilua signs with the Dragons

The Three year deal is reportedly worth 2.7 Million

One Nation: "warts and all" cop TV show would highlight QLD crime

Plus: more renewables mean your power bill could be slashed by 15%

IN DEPTH | Taking a look at Katarina Carroll's time as top cop

She today announced she won't be renewing her contract for a further three years. 

Queensland's top cop steps down

Plus: a new coach for our North Queensland Cowboys woman's side

Into the Fire

Ella Tofaeono joins Woody, your host and guard from The Townsville Fire. Get the inside scoop from players, discuss the latest games, and look ahead to what's coming up with your Townsville Fire. Whether you're apart of the Orange Army or just getting started, this is the podcast to keep you in the know about all things WNBL and the Townsville Fire. 

14,000 litres of plasma expected from new donation centre

The Duckworth St centre is expected to collect over 18,000 donations over the next 12 months.

Premier denies QPS morale problem

And DV support services brace for influx of calls. 

Katter: A house and land package in NQ should be $370,000

Townsville woman dead in Cloncurry floodwaters

Government numbers prove fewer police on the beat

Rocket launch in Bowen full steam ahead

Over 1000 notifiable illnesses in Townsville so far this year

Tom Chester returns for Cowboys, Broncos clash

54 people are in the race for north Queensland local government

2 year old injured in vehicle incident transported to Townsville Hospital

Helping the families of the 5 missing from Townsville

400 kiwi's removed from Queensland since 2019 'unfair & unjust'

Nurses union welcoming 'right to disconnect' laws

A man is seriously injured after a crash in Bowen last night

Plus, a former Queensland top cop has revealed officers have had a gut full of repeatedly arresting the same young offenders.