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Emotions run high as tragic details of Toyah Cordingley death revealed

Disturbing details about the murder of former Paws and Claws volunteer Toyah Cordingley have been discussed at the Supreme Court of Queensland in Cairns in the opening two days of the trial of the man charged with the crime.

MISSING PERSON: Man in 70s disappears from Cow Bay

The family of a man missing from Cow Bay for close to a fortnight hold grave concerns for his welfare.

Girls have a night out for great cause

A night of glamour, generosity, and community spirit at Harrisons Restaurant has helped empower local women, raising close to $4000 for the She Shed, a space dedicated to mental health, creativity, and skill-building. 

New bridge for Daintree is coming

A vital new bridge and bypass, which will improve access to the Daintree community, has been put out to market.

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THIS WEEK 10 YEARS AGO

Man wearing fluoro shorts arrested after attacking vehicles Port Douglas

A Cairns man has been arrested after allegedly damaging a bus and and a car on Port Douglas Road on Sunday morning. 

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