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BREAKING: Laundry start-up pulls the pin after community backlash
Proponent Neale Parry informed the Queensland government that he wouldn't be accepting the grant.
10 October, 2024
General News
Critical Gulf bridge needs state and federal support: mayor
The Gilbert River bridge needs an urgent upgrade, says Etheridge Shire's Barry Hughes.
9 October, 2024
Local News
Mount Isa hasn't lost its love of rodeo, says GNR president
Mark Thompson hopes the city will turn out in droves on Saturday night.
Local News
Region’s defence in good hands after improvements to army base
The 51st Battalion base in Mount Isa has received several upgrades.
Local News
Council shows support for renewables royalty scheme
Flinders Shire acting mayor Niki Flute says communities are missing out...
Business
It’s just not right: state slammed for funding rival laundry start-up
A local business is angry that a an out-of-town company has won a government grant to build a rival operation.
9 October, 2024
Local News
Council, staff still at impasse over proposed wage increases
More industrial action was staged last week, led by the Services Union.
Local News
Special economic zone has support, says conservative thinktank
The Institute of Public Affairs was in Mount Isa to launch a national...
Local News
Richmond gearing up for CopperString construction
The first sod was turned on the construction camp on Monday.
Community
Region's students revved up for Rock Pop Mime performance
Thousands of people will descend on Tony White Oval on Friday night for the annual show.
9 October, 2024
Local News
Hobby photographer holds portal to take Mount Isa residents back in time
Brian Adamson's collection has to be seen to be believed.
Local News
Prostate nurses spread the message in Mount Isa
The nurses took the message directly to men at key locations in the city...
Local News
Mount Isa Country Universities Centre officially open
The ribbon was cut on the Miles Street premises on October 2.
Sport
Town triumphs on footy field, Country prevail on netball court
Honours were split in the Town v Country clashes at Julia Creek.
9 October, 2024
Local News
Massive fields for Cloncurry Cup TAB day as club considers an eighth race
Cloncurry's meeting will be broadcast all over Australia.
Local News
He's done it! Allan Hazle crowned champion in Germany
The Mount Isa boxer spoke to North West Weekly from Germany after his win.
Local News
Birthplace of champions: Why King Charles must be included on next sign
Charlie Cameron is a champion after winning a premiership with the...