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Possible arrival of Uber triggers economic debate in Cairns
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HOW the State Government's decision to legalise ride sharing service Uber will impact regional economies like Cairns has become the subject of fierce debate. Speaking in response to the announcement yesterday in Cairns, Queensland Taxi Council chief ...and more »

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Police investigating after Cairns man dies after being hit by car
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A CAIRNS man fatally struck by a car had likely been seen by witnesses wandering through traffic on a highway minutes before the crash. The 31-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene on Aeroglen Dr about 8.15pm Wednesday. It is believed he had ...

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Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility opens in Cairns
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THE $120 million plan to dredge Cairns' shipping channel has been floated as a project perfectly placed to access funding from the new Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility. The NAIF – a $5 billion concessional loans fund headquartered in Cairns ...

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Mark Ruffalo saves smash, snaps picture at Ochre Restaurant instead
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CAIRNS' Ochre restaurant made sure they put on an incredible meal when Hollywood star Mark “The Hulk” Ruffalo stopped in for a bite. Ochre general manager Carley Elsum said she spotted the star enjoying dinner in a quiet corner on Monday night.

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Assault case involving Cairns police officer fast tracked through court
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AN assault case involving a Cairns police officer is being fast tracked through the court system. Constable Matt McKinnar, 41, appeared in the Cairns Magistrates Court for the first time yesterday since being charged with grievous bodily harm. It is ...

Courier Mail
Court appearance for cop on attack charge
Courier Mail
A CAIRNS policeman accused of breaking the jaw and eye socket of a British tourist has faced court for the first time in the state's far-north. Constable Matt McKinnar, 41, appeared in Cairns Magistrates Court yesterday charged with grievous bodily ...

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Hot Cairns Cup entrant has a weight problem
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LEADING Far North trainer Fred Wieland has only one concern as he approaches the Cairns Cup this Sunday afternoon at Cannon Park. The Woree-based trainer starts Hot Saga, who has been lumped with the top-weight, 59kg, for the $75,000 feature event, ...

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Award winning Cairns police officer faces court on assault charge
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UPDATE: A Cairns police officer has appeared in court for the first time over the alleged assault of a British backpacker. Constable Matt McKinnar was flanked by his partner and several colleagues when he appeared briefly in the Cairns Magistrates ...

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Man dies after being struck by car in Cairns street | Cairns Post
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A MAN has died after he was hit by a car while crossing a road in Aeroglen last night.and more »