Forget a Brisbane mortgage: A North Queensland pub is selling for just $425k

For less than the cost of a suburban block of land, you could own a 12-bedroom hotel and a slice of Queensland mining history. Michael Philpott from Tourism Brokers joined us to explain why this Collinsville "fixer-upper" is the ultimate opportunity for anyone looking to ditch the city for a "pub…

Summer Around The State: Why 400mm of rain is "just normal" for the Cassowary Coast

Discover the secrets of Australia's wettest region as Mayor Teresa Millwood revealed what it’s really like to live among World Heritage wonders and "dangerous" birds. From record-breaking rainfall to the truth about cassowary encounters, this is a fascinating look at life in the tropical north.

Why Minister Murray Watt rejected the bid to halt Victoria Park construction

Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt explained why he ruled that preliminary drilling at Victoria Park doesn’t pose an "immediate threat" to Indigenous heritage sites. He detailed the discovery of significant burial grounds and how a new federal mediator plans to balance Olympic progress with…

Summer Around The State: The last town in QLD to finally get a sealed access road

After years of advocacy, Mayor Francis Murray revealed that the "Triple B" towns are finally ticking the biggest box on their wishlist. Discover how this historic road sealing project will transform life in the 95,000-square-kilometre Diamantina Shire.

Why your tea towels and boards are failing the hygiene test

That "clean" tea towel might be doing more harm than good, and your favourite wooden chopping board could be harbouring a hidden bacterial secret. Food safety expert Associate Professor Julian Cox revealed the common kitchen habits that would fail a professional health inspection and explained th…

How Clermont local is using his own heavy machinery to rescue his town

Clermont resident Todd Holmes described the harrowing reality of the "worst floods in living memory" as he prepares his own heavy machinery to help neighbours dig out from the silt. From life-saving helicopter rescues to comparisons with the town's tragic 1916 history, hear how this resilient com…

Summer Around The State: Mayor Peta MacRae says 2026 is Mount Isa’s comeback year

After a tough 2025 marked by mine closures, a massive new copper project and a signed rescue package are set to transform the North West. Mayor Peta MacRae joined the program to explain why the region’s mineral reserves are once again the backbone of the local economy.

Why Queensland pubs are seeing a holiday spike in counterfeit notes

From the Gold Coast to Townsville, hospitality venues are reporting a surge in fake "pineapples" and $100 bills being slipped into tills during busy shifts.  Publican Richard Deery explained why new staff and low-light environments are being targeted, and why the loss of these high-value notes hit…

Why One Nation is shattering the two-party stronghold in 2026

With record-breaking poll numbers and major party abandonment, political scientist Paul Williams revealed whether we are witnessing the end of Australia's traditional power balance. He shared how "soft voters" are trading the majors for Pauline Hanson in a move that could redefine the next electi…

Summer Around The State: No radar, no worries? How the massive Quilpie Shire survives without weather

It’s a region the size of Victoria, yet residents are still looking at the sky to predict the rain. Mayor Ben Hall explained the "staggering" reality of living without a weather radar and why the "heel of Queensland" is fighting for 21st-century tech.