North Queenslanders are being urged to keep cool and hydrated as Queensland swelters through a heatwave. 

North Queenslanders are being urged to keep cool and hydrated as Queensland swelters through a heatwave.&nbsp;

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He will face court again in March.

Properties in Townsville are costing an average of $620 a week. 

Properties in Townsville are costing an average of $620 a week.&nbsp;