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13th December 2024

PM Edition

Mixed emotions for departing Army commander

There were mixed emotions for the outgoing Commanding Officer of the Army Fifth Aviation Regiment after a Change of Command Ceremony held yesterday.

Future med student flies high with record results

From competing in national swimming comps and working as a lifeguard, an ambitious Townsville student has now made the record books with her amazing ATAR results.

Silence in Walker St: Councillors close ranks after workshop

Townsville City Councillors are reportedly being silenced after attending a private workshop, giving no certainty on the city’s leadership.

‘Not forgotten and not alone’: Community rallies for veterans

Two Australian charities have teamed up to ensure the families of veterans who had lost their lives or been injured in combat had support during the holiday period. See how they ar...

‘Test me’: Aggressive farm worker’s bizarre car crash

A young farm hand became belligerent and abusive toward police and hospital staff in the wake of a bizarre traffic accident that totalled his car.

Woolies’ truckie drug driving during Bruce Highway wreck

A Woolworths’ truck driver who suffered major injury but survived a major wreck on the Bruce Highway had meth in his system, a court was told.

Metal band set to play final notes at farewell gig

A Townsville metal band are hanging up their instruments, with one final farewell gig set to be a high-octane experience. See why they are calling time.

‘The real embassy’: Inside Andy Lee’s New York pub

Old Mates is bringing something new to Manhattan: an Aussie pub with footy on the TV, a “sticky carpet lounge” and the city’s coldest beer. But will it be a parma or a parmi? Watch...

‘It’s so much more work than you think’: Elsa Pataky on her marriage to Chris Hemsworth

Elsa Pataky has opened up about the secret to her happy marriage, why she prioritises motherhood and the one non-negotiable request she had before she moved to Australia.

Nissan makes huge move to halt collapse

Besieged global carmaker Nissan just made a huge call in its bid to survive beyond the next 12 months.