Townsville and north Queensland
Cowboys pick up Rovelli
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North Queensland has snapped up New Zealand Warriors half-back Grant Rovelli on a two-year deal.
North Qld employment still strong: economist
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A leading economist says employment in north Queensland remains strong, despite the economic downturn and negative impacts on the construction industry.
Oppn power price motion just a stunt, Govt says
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The Qld Govt has branded a State Oppn attempt to over-ride proposed power price hikes as a 'stunt'.
AgForce expects banks to pass on rate cuts
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Rural lobby group AgForce says farmers will be expecting banks to pass on yesterday's full interest rate cut to commercial and rural lenders.
Fish sex change - it's in the ears
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Australian researchers have discovered a new way to determine when a fish has changed sex, by looking at its ears.
Qld electricity price hike will hurt small business
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The QCCI says small businesses would be forced to pass on an almost 14pc rise in electricity prices if it is approved.
Company says eggs safe despite casinos suspending use
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An Australian egg company says all its products are safe after several casinos suspended their use.
Cat registration scheme to cost council $500K
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The Whitsunday Regional Council says if it is forced to introduce compulsory cat registration, it will have to spend about $500,000 to build new cat pounds to house the stray cats.
Qld electricity prices may rise almost 14pc
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Electricity prices could rise by almost 14 per cent from July next year, in the third increase in as many years.
Rural Qld positive amid world financial woes
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Despite the global economic crisis, a new survey shows rural confidence in Queensland has improved.
Qld beef industry looks to top summer season
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Queensland beef producers could be facing one of their best summer seasons in more than a decade.
AgForce warns don't scrap drought aid early
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The rural lobby group AgForce says farmers will be left "high and dry" if Exceptional Circumstances (EC) drought assistance ends too soon.
Govt, Oppn reject Palm Island ban
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The Qld Govt and the State Oppn say the Palm Island Council is wrong to ban public servants.
Reefs not protected from climate change, conference told
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The Ecological Society of Australia's annual conference in Sydney has been told research shows marine reserves are failing to protect coral reefs from climate change.
Lucas slams Palm Is 'apartheid' vote
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Queensland's Deputy Premier has likened the Palm Island Council's decision to ban non-essential visits to the island by public servants to "apartheid".
Farm group seeks clearer drought aid transition
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The Queensland Farmers Federation says transition arrangements for new drought assistance measures need to be improved.
New councillor to address flooding, traffic
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Trevor Roberts says he wants to address traffic issues and localised flooding when he takes a seat on the Townsville City Council.
Govt accused of wanting Palm Is prohibition
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The Mayor of Palm Island, in north Queensland, has accused the State Government of intentionally stalling a licence application for the community's tavern.
Santa bandits rob bowls club
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Two men disguised in Santa Claus hats and beards have robbed a bowls club in Townsville in north Queensland.
Teacher scholarships aim to boost bush education
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Remote families have welcomed new initiatives aimed at recruiting and retaining teachers to isolated areas.
Rail line reopened after fatal smash
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The rail line between Townsville and Cairns in north Qld has reopened today after a fatal crash.
Sugar cane train collides with truck in north Qld
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A privately-owned sugar cane train has derailed after colliding with a truck on a crossing at Ingham.
Townsville, Bendigo score WNBL wins
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Townsville narrowly edged the Dandenong Rangers to claim a 64-60 victory in their Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) clash at NPA Stadium on Saturday evening.
Sydney keeps the Spirit alive
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Beleaguered NBL franchise Sydney put aside a week of controversy and uncertainty surrounding the club's future with an inspiring 103-94 victory over South Dragons on Saturday evening.
Qld Health unaware of radiographer assault claim
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Qld Health says it was unaware a radiographer working in Townsville had been accused of assault in NSW.
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