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Latest News Shad Wicka performing stand-up comedy. He returns to Cairns and Innisfail this year with his new show, ‘How I Almost Killed a Guy’. Picture: Supplied

QUEENSLAND comedian Shad Wicka is bringing his latest stand-up show back to Cairns on 9 November and performing in Innisfail on 8 November, offering audiences a mix of true stories

7 November, 2025

General News Elisha Roboti and his partner Seneka Monkhouse, co-owners of Barista Sista, serving coffee and welcoming customers at Rusty’s Markets Picture: Hugh Bohane Heart and soul

RUSTY’S Markets – which is marking its 50th birthday – is more than just a purveyor of fresh farm produce and other…

7 November, 2025

Community Council staff and contractors repairing one of the city’s vital reservoirs. Picture: Cairns Regional Council. Thanks for saving water

CAIRNS residents have been praised for cutting their water use but the regional council says the campaign is far from…

6 November, 2025

Business Tropical North Queensland tourism stalwart Megan Bell has been awarded the 2025 outstanding contribution by an individual at the Tourism Tropical North Queensland's 50th anniversary awards. Picture: Brad Newton Megan‘s tourism spirit

SOME of the most influential movers and shakers in the Far North’s tourism industry have been honoured at the 2025…

31 October, 2025

Real Estate Mat Foley of Wolf Real Estate Agents. Picture: Supplied Reality motivates buyers

CAIRNS’ property market continues to show strong momentum, with median house prices climbing by close to 10% over the…

6 November, 2025