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Scientists discuss dry/wet tropics management
Leading scientists from across north Queensland will come together today to discuss the future management of the dry and wet tropics landscapes in the region, including the Burdekin River.[MORE]
Council backs green waste service
The Burdekin Shire Council has voted to introduce a green waste service and reduce the size of general rubbish bins.[MORE]
3yo girl killed in tractor accident
Police are investigating the death of a child on a property at Ayr in north Queensland. [MORE]
Pedestrian dies in Kirwan road crash
A 47-year-old man has been killed after being hit by a car as he walked along Ross River Road in Kirwan about 9:30pm AEST yesterday.[MORE]
Cane smut found in Burdekin
Cane smut has been found in the Burdekin region in north Queensland.[MORE]
11 hurt in mini-bus roll
A mini-bus has rolled on the Bruce Highway south of Townsville, in north Queensland, injuring 11 people.[MORE]
Action group plans crime prevention education
The Burdekin community is planning a crime prevention education campaign as part of its stand against crime in the region.[MORE]
Govt not selling off rural colleges: Mulherin
The Minister for Primary Industries and Fisheries says the Queensland Government will not sell off any of the five state agricultural colleges.[MORE]
Girls keen to try life on the land
More than 200 young people from across Australia are getting a taste of life on the land this month and seeing what rural jobs are on offer.[MORE]
Burdekin rail bridge reopens after flooding
The Expedition Pass Bridge in the Burdekin has reopened, allowing locomotives to resume hauling cane from farms in the Millaroo and Dalbeg area.[MORE]
MP says police responding to Burdekin crime
The Member for Burdekin says a recent surge in crime appears to be coming under control.[MORE]
Sweet edge on waterproof coating
Totally recyclable waterproof paper and cardboard containers can be made using a new coating developed from sugarcane, say Australian researchers.[MORE]
CMC probes Burdekin police operations
The CMC has confirmed it is investigating alleged Qld police involvement in the improper allocation of drivers' licences.[MORE]
Canegrowers still seeking sweeter deal
Canegrowers and CSR are still locked in negotiations over costs incurred by growers after the closure of the Pioneer Mill in the Burdekin.[MORE]
Rainfall creates problems for north Qld canegrowers
Canegrowers in north Queenslands' Burdekin region say rain has come at the wrong time. [MORE]
Ayr residents to march against crime
Burdekin residents are planning a march through the streets of Ayr in the coming weeks to show the community they are serious about reducing crime.[MORE]
Water allocation boost for Burdekin irrigators
Farmers in the Burdekin region will have access to 100 per cent of their water allocations this financial year thanks to a better than average wet season.[MORE]
Townsville delays capital works to limit rates rise
The Burdekin Shire Council has been forced to postpone projects to contain rates. [MORE]
Burdekin warned of looming rates rise
Burdekin ratepayers are being warned to brace for a rates increase next week.[MORE]
Action group forms to tackle Burdekin crime
An small action group has been formed after public meetings about the increasing crime level in the Burdekin.[MORE]
Police boost Ayr patrols
Police are stepping up patrols around Ayr, south of Townsville, in response to community anger over increasing crime.[MORE]
Hope for new partnership to overcome rural skills shortage
The Australian Agricultural College Corporation says a new partnership with the Department of Primary Industries could help to overcome the rural skills shortage. [MORE]
Woman killed in level crossing crash
Authorities are investigating a fatal level-crossing accident in north Queensland. [MORE]
MP says Burdekin snubbed in flood funds
The state Member for Burdekin has accused the Federal Government of ignoring flood victims the region.[MORE]
Ayr IR and WHS office set to close: Qld Opposition
The Queensland Opposition says the Government plans to close the only Industrial Relations (IR) and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) office between Mackay and Townsville.[MORE]
