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Economist casts doubt over PwC report claiming Cairns in recession

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Chris Cairns' wife accuses Marc Ellis of harassment

Marc Ellis allegedly told Melanie Cairns she 'acted too much like a man' and should be 'more girlie'. Photo / Richard Robinson. Chris Cairns' wife has threatened legal action against former All Black Marc Ellis, claiming he harassed her and tried to ... >> view original

Big Dell gives back-up to tackling ice scourge

Apunipima Public Health medical adviser Dr Mark Wenitong said ice was already in FNQ communities and was easy to buy in Cape York, Weipa, Cooktown and Cairns. Dr Wenitong said it was vital to create awareness about the drug to tackle the issue. >> view original

New police cadets ready to walk the beat in Cairns

50 first year police cadets starting work in Cairns today. Former primary school teacher Constable Nyree Juniper and former crocodile handler Constable Matt Cornish, are looking forward to their new careers. PICTURE: JUSTIN BRIERTY Source: News ... >> view original

Kids in state of excitement at Origin clinic

Cooper joined retired Queensland centre Brent Tate in Cairns for the Road to Origin tour, a series of clinics travelling along the eastern seaboard spreading the gospel of rugby league. The concept, a combined effort from Holden, Vodafone and Big4 ... >> view original

Pride of Australia: Jim Cairns doesn't let accident stop his love of the outdoors

“It could be helping people get out of bed in the morning, putting them to bed at night, getting them out into the community, doing community things, getting their house cleaned or helping them cook their own meals,” Mr Cairns said. “We've got people ... >> view original

Tainted love: Australia's destructive relationship with the beach

The small fishing and tourist town of Lancelin earmarked as 'extreme priority' for a new tourist park, but it could be destined for the sand dunes. Photo: Thomas Cameron. The erosion at Grace Darling Park in Lancelin in 2013. The erosion at Grace Darling ... >> view original

Defence Force underprepared for climate change

A report by the Centre for Policy Development released today warns Australia's failure to address climate change will cause a significant national security threat. The report 'The Longest Conflict' says Australia's Defence Force is not prepared for climatic ... >> view original

Fury as men film themselves 'surfing' on the back of a rare whale shark

Two men filmed 'surfing' a whale shark should be prosecuted say wildlife groups, who condemned the men's actions as “a stupid stunt.” Ads by Google. Share. Facebook · Twitter · Google · Email. Go To. Comments. A three-minute video showing two men ... >> view original

Aurora Australis visible tonight

The phenomenon that fills the night sky with colours ranging from pink and purple to yellow and green is a rarity that occurs in the northern and southern hemisphere. The Aurora Australis occurs when charged particles emitted by the sun interact with Earth's ... >> view original