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United force: Momentum gathers behind Special Economic Zone
The region's leaders and big players are pushing ahead with plans for a North West SEZ.
26 March, 2025
General News
Labor's Kennedy candidate has sights on helping families
Sharon Winn has put her hand up to take on Bob Katter at the federal election.
26 March, 2025
Local News
Solid data needed for cross-border solutions: mayors
Fixing problems won't be possible without the necessary data, say the...
Local News
At long last: wet season arrives in the North West
One inch of rain in March is like three inches in January, says a...
Local News
Northern Australia tour guides up-skill in Mount Isa
Savannah Guides hosted a field school at Outback at Isa over several...
Business
Quartz first, then copper: Mount Isa Minerals
A new mining project is about to take off in Mount Isa.
26 March, 2025
Local News
Global appetite for North West uranium: CEO
There would be a lot of interest in the North West if the uranium mining...
Local News
Rail fix also a priority for North West graziers: MLA
Making the Mount Isa-Townsville rail line more efficient will improve...
Local News
Administrators slammed as buyers emerge for Dajarra mine
Robbie Katter says the administrators of the Ardmore mine have been too...
Community
Melanoma March pays tribute to much-loved Mount Isan
The community is invited to attend the walk-for-a-cause this Sunday.
26 March, 2025
Local News
Zonta recognises North West's future leaders
The Zonta Club of Mount Isa held its International Women's Day awards...
Local News
No one's left behind at the Barkly Hotel
The Mount Isa pub hosted a Mental Health Day on Saturday.
Local News
Librarian steps up to put on Harmony Week feast
The Mount Isa Library hosted a multicultural feast on Friday.
Sport
Rain puts iconic North West meetings in doubt
While most have welcomed the rain, the impact will wreak havoc on the racing calendar.
26 March, 2025
Local News
Have saddle, will travel: jockey relishes Isa trip
Tessa Townsend's long drive was made worthwhile as she picked up a win...
Local News
Gulf premiers preparing to defend title
Normanton will take on a combined Mount Isa side at John Henry Oval this...
Local News
Blackstars claim Mount Isa cricket honours
The hot favourites overcame a nervous start to be big winners over...