Mistrial declared in case of former youth worker accused of child abuse
A mistrial has been declared in the case of Geoffrey John Guest, a former youth worker accused of historical child abuse, leading to a retrial with a new jury.
Trans rights advocates say Cairns report is no justification for restricting services
Advocates for transgender rights argue that a hospital report criticizing a Cairns gender clinic does not justify the continuation of service restrictions for trans children.
School HPV vaccination rate drops to 56 percent in Far North Queensland
HPV vaccination rates among schools in Far North Queensland have declined to 56%, leading to concerns over public health outcomes.
Health service under fire for inappropriate puberty blocker prescription
A review of the Cairns paediatric gender health service revealed serious issues related to the prescription of puberty blockers to young patients without adequate assessment.
Patrol boats out of action in Cairns shipyards as illegal foreign fishers reach shore
A significant number of Border Force patrol boats are under maintenance while illegal foreign fishing boats are arriving in Queensland, raising concerns about border protection effectiveness.
Queensland mayor pleads guilty to breaching bail with cup of tea in casino
Lockhart River Mayor Wayne William Butcher has pleaded guilty to breaching his bail conditions after being arrested at a Cairns casino while on bail for domestic violence charges.