February 2011
"Huge and Lethal" Cyclone Yasi approches Cairns
Cairns is facing the combination of a storm surge, massive rainfall, and a high tide tomorrow from Cyclone Yasi which are forcing the evacuation of key infrastructure like Cairns Base Hospital and low lying areas of the city and beach suburbs. Service stations and supermarkets are seeing enormous queues as people buy supplies at the last minute. Check out more at news.com.au Cyclone Yasi...
Cairns Base Hospital evacation as Cairns Braces...
Cairns Base Hospital is being evacuated as Cairns prepares for a possible 6 metre storm surge as Cyclone Yasi bears down on the city, coinciding with a high Tide. This may cause widespread flooding in low lying parts of the city and the northern beaches. BOM has released the latest update and threat map showing the massive cyclone heading straight for Cairns: it is expected to make landfall on...
January 2011
NASA - Hurricane Season 2011: Tropical Cyclone...
via nasa.gov Hurricane Season 2011: Tropical Cyclone Yasi01.31.11 NASA Sees Large Tropical Cyclone Yasi Headed Toward Queensland, Australia › View larger image NASA’s Terra satellite captured an image of Yasi on Jan. 30 at 23:20 UTC (6:20 p.m. EST/09:20 a.m., Monday, January 31 in Australia/Brisbane local time). Although the image did not reveal a visible eye, the storm appears to...
Cyclone Yasi headed for Cairns to Townsville...
The latest BOM update shows Cyclone Yasi set to make landfall south of Cairns, with Cairns and surrounds likely to suffer destructive winds. As Yasi is a slow-moving cyclone Cairns may experience significant damage, as the system may spend a long time over the area. Please ensure all potential projectiles are stowed and you are prepared.
Court puts dogs back on death row →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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A CAIRNS mother’s dogs are back on death row after her appeal against their execution was rejected in court yesterday.
Magistrate Jane Bentley reaffirmed the death sentence handed to Tracey Kelly’s two bull-mastiff cross pets after finding they w…
52 Pubs in 52 Weeks: The Grand Hotel →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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NICK Goos doesn`t have to move a muscle for the world to come to him at the Grand Hotel.
The old-timer, who lives upstairs at the heritage-listed pub opposite Cairns Central shopping centre, loves the passing parade that flows past his fr…
Dengue sting in Innisfail sparks alert →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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INNISFAIL residents need to take urgent action to stop a dengue fever outbreak from spreading after two cases of the disease were confirmed.
Up to five more people are waiting for test results, which should be available next week.Queensland Health medi…
North Queensland braces for two cyclones in a week →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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RESIDENTS in the North have been put on alert as two cyclones threaten to cross the coast within four days of each other next week.
Live cyclone updates: twitter.com/cairnsnews It is expected to cross the coast between Innisfail and St Lawre…
First home buyer haven →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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LOW property prices have real estate agents pushing Cairns as the haven for first home buyers.
First home buyers have been scarce in the market since the Government suspended the $21,000 and $14,000 first home buyers grants but agents in Cairns are enc…
Another highrise on our horizon -- at last →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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CRANES could soon return to Cairns’ skyline as new development applications pass through the council and reignite hope for the city’s struggling construction industry.
Cairns Regional Council granted preliminary approval on Wednesday for a 17-storey hi…
GAVIN KING: Tunnels and Lights →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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As I sit down to write this column a text message beeps through from our reporter down at the Shields St council chambers.
There is a council meeting in progress. It is a long, tiresome affair, but that goes without saying.If nothing else, councillors …
Cyclone Preparation Checklist
As Yasi approaches, make sure you are prepared: The Key to Cyclone survival and damage minimisation is preparation: Go through a checklist (Like this one at BOM) and make sure you have everything you need: supplies etc. and make sure your property is secured in the event of severe winds in your area. Before the cyclone season Check with your local council or your building control authority ...
Cairns' birth numbers are down →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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IT wasn’t just tourist numbers that were down last year, it seems the baby blues hit Cairns as well.
Cairns Base Hospital recorded 2556 births in 2010, 49 fewer than the record 2605 babies born in 2009.It was the first time since 2002 the yearly birth …
Court puts dogs back on death row →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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A CAIRNS mother’s dogs are back on death row after her appeal against their execution was rejected in court yesterday.
Magistrate Jane Bentley reaffirmed the death sentence handed to Tracey Kelly’s two bull-mastiff cross pets after finding they w…
Tropical Cyclone Threat Map Page (1)
via bom.gov.au Cyclone Yasi is expected to hit the Queensland coast around February 2nd to 3rd, with winds up to 200km per hour. The region is preparing for severe winds, storm surges and possible flooding.
Current Tropical Cyclones
via bom.gov.au Cairns and north Queensland on cyclone watch again as expected category 4 cyclone Yasi approaches. This one is a monster, expected to impact the innisfail to mackay region.
Another highrise on our horizon -- at last →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
CRANES could soon return to Cairns’ skyline as new development applications pass through the council and reignite hope for the city’s struggling construction industry.
Cairns Regional Council granted preliminary approval on Wednesday for a 17-storey hi…
Dengue sting in Innisfail sparks alert →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
INNISFAIL residents need to take urgent action to stop a dengue fever outbreak from spreading after two cases of the disease were confirmed.
Up to five more people are waiting for test results, which should be available next week.Queensland Health medi…
GAVIN KING: Tunnels and Lights →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
As I sit down to write this column a text message beeps through from our reporter down at the Shields St council chambers.
There is a council meeting in progress. It is a long, tiresome affair, but that goes without saying.If nothing else, councillors …
North Queensland braces for two cyclones in a week →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
RESIDENTS in the North have been put on alert as two cyclones threaten to cross the coast within four days of each other next week.
Live cyclone updates: twitter.com/cairnsnews It is expected to cross the coast between Innisfail and St Lawre…
The Great Far Northern Survey: Have your say and... →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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We are a diverse melting pot of cultures and family dynamics, a vibrant mix of long-term locals and recent arrivals who lead active lifestyles fuelled by a passion for sport and the arts.
CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GREAT FAR NORTHERN SURVEY …
52 Pubs in 52 Weeks: The Grand Hotel →
Article by at 2011-01-29 08:01:00
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NICK Goos doesn`t have to move a muscle for the world to come to him at the Grand Hotel.
The old-timer, who lives upstairs at the heritage-listed pub opposite Cairns Central shopping centre, loves the passing parade that flows past his fr…
Cyclone fears spark panic buying
Cairns News: Reports of a major cyclone approaching the Queensland Coast in the wake of Cyclone Anthony have sparked panic buying among Cairns Locals, according to this article from the SMH Cyclones spur panic buying Ellen Lutton January 30, 2011 Don’t panic … Queensland state disaster co-ordinator Ian Stewart talks about Cyclone Anthony. Photo: Michelle Smith HUNDREDS...
Tablelands woman escapes disaster by minutes →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
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ONLY a few short minutes separated Mareeba woman Rosslyn Bentuelzen from being smashed as a huge pine tree crashed on to the family car last week.
Ms Bentuelzen said she had parked the Rodeo 4x4 and walked inside only moments before a powerful windstor…
Record number of Chinese tourists to celebrate New... →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
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A RECORD number of Chinese tourists are expected to flock to the city in the coming week to welcome in a new lunar year.
More than 2500 Chinese tourists are bound for Cairns with six direct flights from China. The first plane will touch down on Wednesd…
Operation Stadium: new vision unveiled →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
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GOSFORD’S Bluetongue Stadium has been established as the benchmark for a new rectangular stadium in Cairns.
The Gosford stadium was discussed at the first meeting of the Cairns Business and Sporting Group which is creating a sports vision for the Far N…
Hands up to help your mates →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
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Happy to help: Queenslanders Ken Cox, Angela Cox, Omar Khan and Melinda Smith are happy to lend a hand to pay for flood levy to help rebuild the states of Queensland and Victoria after the recent floods.
Far Northern families will be able to …
Mareeba firefighters may be moved out of their... →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
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THE State Government is looking at moving Mareeba’s firefighters into temporary accommodation pending a new station being ready by 2014.
In response to Advertiser questioning, the Department of Community Safety has revealed exclusively that the area c…
Cairns Post to publish in Mandarin in time with... →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
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CHINESE visitors will be greeted in Cairns next week with a special edition of The Cairns Post, featuring a four-page wrap-around published in Mandarin.
“It’s just a wonderful opportunity to think outside the box and give our visitors the w…
Tablelands woman escapes disaster by minutes →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
ONLY a few short minutes separated Mareeba woman Rosslyn Bentuelzen from being smashed as a huge pine tree crashed on to the family car last week.
Ms Bentuelzen said she had parked the Rodeo 4x4 and walked inside only moments before a powerful windstor…
Operation Stadium: new vision unveiled →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
GOSFORD’S Bluetongue Stadium has been established as the benchmark for a new rectangular stadium in Cairns.
The Gosford stadium was discussed at the first meeting of the Cairns Business and Sporting Group which is creating a sports vision for the Far N…
Hands up to help your mates →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
Happy to help: Queenslanders Ken Cox, Angela Cox, Omar Khan and Melinda Smith are happy to lend a hand to pay for flood levy to help rebuild the states of Queensland and Victoria after the recent floods.
Far Northern families will be able to …
Cairns Post to publish in Mandarin in time with... →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
CHINESE visitors will be greeted in Cairns next week with a special edition of The Cairns Post, featuring a four-page wrap-around published in Mandarin.
“It’s just a wonderful opportunity to think outside the box and give our visitors the w…
Mareeba firefighters may be moved out of their... →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
THE State Government is looking at moving Mareeba’s firefighters into temporary accommodation pending a new station being ready by 2014.
In response to Advertiser questioning, the Department of Community Safety has revealed exclusively that the area c…
Record number of Chinese tourists to celebrate New... →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
Categorized in news, syndicated,
A RECORD number of Chinese tourists are expected to flock to the city in the coming week to welcome in a new lunar year.
More than 2500 Chinese tourists are bound for Cairns with six direct flights from China. The first plane will touch down on Wednesd…
Funding squeeze hits Cairns' major events →
Article by at 2011-01-28 08:01:00
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ORGANISERS of some of Cairns’ most iconic events have been knocked back for council funding as tough new criteria change the way money is allocated.
Cairns Mayor Val Schier said the council had opened its purse strings to events and festivals in …
The Big Wet strikes the Far North →
Article by at 2011-01-28 06:15:00
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North Qld on cyclone alert again →
Article by at 2011-01-27 21:50:00
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The weather bureau says another cyclone, in addition to ex-tropical cyclone Anthony, could develop and move towards the north Queensland coast in the next week.
Authorities are expecting ex-tropical cyclone Anthony to redevelop and cross between Cookt…
Government to apply one-off levy for flood... →
Article by at 2011-01-27 20:04:00
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THE federal government will impose a one-off flood levy of 0.5 per cent for middle-income earners, Prime Minister Julia Gillard says.
A levy of 0.5 per cent will be applied on taxable income between $50,001 and $100,000 and a levy of one per cent…
Government to apply one-off levy for flood... →
Article by at 2011-01-27 20:04:00
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THE federal government will impose a one-off flood levy of 0.5 per cent for middle-income earners, Prime Minister Julia Gillard says.
A levy of 0.5 per cent will be applied on taxable income between $50,001 and $100,000 and a levy of one per cent…
Violet Ausi fighting fit and heading home →
Article by at 2011-01-27 17:05:00
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SHE was close to death when she arrived in Cairns - but yesterday Violet Ausi was happy and healthy as she left for her homeland.
Violet captured the hearts of the medical staff with her cheery disposition and big smile during her long stay in th…
Violet Ausi fighting fit and heading home →
Article by at 2011-01-27 17:05:00
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SHE was close to death when she arrived in Cairns - but yesterday Violet Ausi was happy and healthy as she left for her homeland.
Violet captured the hearts of the medical staff with her cheery disposition and big smile during her long stay in th…
Nature's wonder at touch of button →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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PEOPLE all around the world can now tune in from their office desks and dream of a majestic Far North Queensland adventure, thanks to a new webcam.
The mighty Barron Falls is on display for the world to see through Skyrail’s new webcam which is m…
Lifetime Cairns advocate and dedicated youths... →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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IN a lifetime of advocating for Cairns, Clive Skarott never sought out recognition.
Yesterday, he was honoured as Cairns Citizen of the Year and there was no escaping the limelight. Mr Skarott said he was humbled and a little “overawed” by …
Tragic twist to Edmonton seige →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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AN Edmonton man who died yesterday morning after barricading himself in a shed with his partner and baby had been jailed for a similar siege at the same property.
After a four-and-a-half-hour siege police found the 39-year-old man dead in his shed abou…
Proud to be Aussies →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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THEY may have been born outside our great sunburnt land, but yesterday they became proud Australians.
Across the nation, 13,000 people from 143 countries were granted Australian citizenship yesterday.In Pictures: 2011 Australia Day Around the Nation | …
Cyclone threat rises again →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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THE risk of a tropical low in the Coral Sea reintensifying to cyclone strength has been upgraded to high as the system heads back towards the coast.
Cyclone Anthony weakened as it moved east earlier this week, but the weather bureau says the chance of …
Proud to be Aussies →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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THEY may have been born outside our great sunburnt land, but yesterday they became proud Australians.
Across the nation, 13,000 people from 143 countries were granted Australian citizenship yesterday.In Pictures: 2011 Australia Day Around the Nation | …
A flood of kindness in fun times →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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FAR Northerners celebrated Australia Day like only an Aussie knows how — with a meat pie in hand and the welfare of others in mind.
Locals dug deep for flood victims yesterday as events and fundraisers throughout the region pledged support to the Prem…
Cairns teen dreams of becoming Australia's next... →
Article by at 2011-01-26 14:01:00
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CAIRNS teenager Nakita Hollingsworth has a chance to be Australia’s next top model after she was handpicked by Charlotte Dawson at auditions in Darwin on the weekend.
The striking teenager has made the top-100 list for the reality television show and w…
