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John MacKenzie chats with Glen Jacobs, Director of World Trail and Crankworx Cairns Track Manager, about the Crankworx cycling event that hits Cairns this week.
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John MacKenzie chats with Glen Jacobs, Director of World Trail and Crankworx Cairns Track Manager, about the Crankworx cycling event that hits Cairns this week.

Mr. Jacobs was praised by Crankworx Managing Director, Darren Kinnaird, who described it as &quot;maybe the most impressive course build I&#39;ve ever seen...&quot;

Over 4,000 tickets have been sold to the internationally watched event due to begin...
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John MacKenzie chats with Paul Drabble, local Anti-Crime Advocate, about a new initiative called the &quot;Citizens Force&quot;.
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John MacKenzie chats with Paul Drabble, local Anti-Crime Advocate, about a new &quot;Citizens Force&quot; initiative.

As the crime crisis worsens, a Citizens Force initiative would be there to act as a support system for our most vulnerable victims of crime, and to assist police in any way.

&quot;It&#39;s about being vigilant, not being a vigilante&quot; Mr. Drabble was quoted.

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John MacKenzie chats with Stacey Quaid, Principal of Quaid and Colliers Real Estate, about the history of False Cape at East Trinity following the $2.95 million sale of the property.
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John MacKenzie chats with Stacey Quaid, Principal of Quaid and Colliers Real Estate, about the history of False Cape at East Trinity following the $2.95 million sale of the property.

The stunning 120.6-hectare property is home to World War II relics including a battery site that was added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 1997.

Stacey brings to life the amazing history of this amazing pr...
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John MacKenzie chats with Denis McKinley, retired inspector Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, about the crime situation in Mareeba after unbelievable reports of rampant youth crime.
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John MacKenzie chats with Denis McKinley, retired inspector Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, about the crime situation in Mareeba after unbelievable reports of rampant youth crime.

In recent times Mareeba has seen businesses torched and people bashed, but now reports of intimidation include threats to kill and eat the animals at a local pet store.

The community in Mareeba, Cairns, and ...
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John MacKenzie chats with Ian Leavers, President and CEO of the Queensland Police Union, about the difficulties faced by communities plagued by crime.
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John MacKenzie chats with Ian Leavers, President and CEO of the Queensland Police Union, about the difficulties faced by communities burdened by crime.

Cairns and Far North Queensland is facing an ever-increasing crime rate with home invasions and theft of personal property being commonplace. Women and the elderly have been victimised by youth offenders who opportunistically prey on the vulner...
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John MacKenzie chats with John Moore, Former Director of Australian Rugby League, about the Eel&#39;s win against the Cowboys after a controversial forward pass.
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John MacKenzie chats with John Moore, Former Director of Australian Rugby League, about the Eel&#39;s win against the Cowboys after a controversial forward pass.

Accusations were made that the Cowboys were robbed of their win following the admittance of a forward pass made by halfback Mitchell Moses that was missed by a touch judge.

NRL Head of Football, Graham Annesley, has confirmed the specula...
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John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Bill, from Bentley Park, about a recent home invasion.
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John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Bill, from Bentley Park, about a recent home invasion where young offenders forced entry and terrified Bill&#39;s wife who has mobility issues.

Their car and other items were stolen, but the true horror is the impact a home invasion has on victims&#39; mental health and their perception of safety.

Bill&#39;s nightmare comes as another spate of crime has plagued C...
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John MacKenzie chats with Gina Hogan, CEO of the FNQ Hospital Foundation, about the success of the 2022 QSuper Cardiac Challenge.
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John MacKenzie chats with Gina Hogan, CEO of the FNQ Hospital Foundation, about the success of the 2022 QSuper Cardiac Challenge.

Around 215 cyclists (including 4CA&#39;s very own, Murray Jones) took part in the fundraising ride, which is now into its 16th year and has raised over $5 million [to date] to improve local cardiac services.

The QSuper Cardiac Challenge managed to raise more than $420,...
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John MacKenzie chats with Sergeant Dave Raymond, Charity Fundraiser for hearts of the Nation, about a recent event attended by a former Wiggles Band member.
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John MacKenzie chats with Sergeant Dave Raymond, Charity Fundraiser for hearts of the Nation, about a recent event attended by a former Wiggles Band member.

Former yellow Wiggle, Greg Page, visited Goldsborough Valley in support of funding efforts to attain an Automated External Defibrillator for the community south of Cairns.
After Greg&#39;s personal ordeal with cardiac arrest, he has a mission ...
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Maria Boulton, Australian Medical Association Queensland President, about the pressures faced by staff after a report which details the recent deaths of 20 people who were waiting for an ambulance or at a hospital.
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Maria Boulton, Australian Medical Association Queensland President, about the pressures faced by staff after a report which details the recent deaths of 20 people who were waiting for an ambulance or at a hospital.

Paramedics, GPs, and nurses are just some of the staff under extreme pressure working for Queensland Health. Hospital ramping has been an ongoing conce...
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John MacKenzie chats with John Moore, former Director of Australian Rugby League, about the proposed sporting and events precinct at Barlow Park.
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John MacKenzie chats with John Moore, former Director of Australian Rugby League, about the proposed sporting and events precinct at Barlow Park.

John Moore was outraged at the Cairns Regional Council&#39;s decision to upgrade the facilities and transform the park into something other than a world-class stadium fit for international visits and significant games.

The vision for a 20,000-seat, rect...
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. John Coyne, Head of Northern Australian Strategic Policy Centre at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, about the defense expansions needed for Cairns.
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. John Coyne, Head of Northern Australian Strategic Policy Centre at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, about the defense expansions needed for Cairns.

Cairns is located in a unique geopolitical position, situated near Eastern and Pacific nations, and is viewed as a connection point.

Dr. Coyne recently visited Cairns to advise the local council and necessar...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1663208751" data-format="short_date">Sep 15, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Associate professor Lisa Law, Chair of Tropical Urbanism &amp; Design at JCU Cairns, to better understand the future urban growth and living in tropical north Queensland.
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John MacKenzie chats with Associate professor Lisa Law, Chair of Tropical Urbanism &amp; Design at JCU Cairns, to better understand the future urban growth and living in tropical north Queensland.

Cairns&#39; population is expected to boom in the coming decades, with some forecasts predicting that up to 460,000 people may call our region home by the middle of this century.

Lisa spoke of the need for ...
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John MacKenzie chats with Russell Beer, Chair of Ports North, about the expansion of military facilities and the general development of the Cairns Marina Precinct.
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John MacKenzie chats with Russell Beer, Chair of Ports North, about the expansion of military facilities and the general development of the Cairns Marina Precinct.

Russell describes the developments as the biggest boost to the local economy since the Cairns international airport.

$300 million in state and federal funding has been secured to assist the project to increase the Australian Defenc...
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Ken Chapman, Chair of Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Chair of Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, about the 2040 vision for Cairns Airport and the future of tourism in Tropical North Queensland.
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Ken Chapman, Chair of Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Chair of Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, about the 2040 vision for Cairns Airport and the future of tourism in Tropical North Queensland.

The plan would include increasing markets in India, Vietnam, and South Korea, as well as direct flights to North America, Europe, and the Middle East. The airport&#39;s intern...
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John MacKenzie chats with Kevin Byrne, Former Mayor of Cairns, who hosted Queen Elizabeth II when she visited Cairns in 2001. Queen Elizabeth II died on 8th September 2022, aged 96.
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John MacKenzie chats with Kevin Byrne, Former Mayor of Cairns, who hosted Queen Elizabeth II when she visited Cairns in 2001. Queen Elizabeth II died on 8th September 2022, aged 96.

Kevin reminisced fondly about the royal visit to Far North Queensland and reminded listeners that Queen Elizabeth II considered Cairns to be a special place.

Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully in Balmoral Castle i...
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John MacKenzie chats with Geoffrey Thomas, Editor in Chief at AirlineRatings.com, for important updates surrounding the airline industry in Australia.
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John MacKenzie chats with Geoffrey Thomas, Editor in Chief at AirlineRatings.com, for important updates surrounding the airline industry in Australia.

Approximately 4000 passengers were recently affected by Jetstar&#39;s engineering issues which led to flight cancellations and, in turn, airport chaos and confusion.

Geoffrey gave a frightening explanation of how lightning bolts can cause serious i...
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John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Col from Goldsborough about the rise in crime after the alleged teen car crash which left one child fighting for their life.
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John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Col from Goldsborough about the rise in crime after the alleged teen car crash which left one child fighting for their life.

With crime creeping into rural regions the call for restraint was made by Col after local hearsay indicates that vigilantism may be considered an option by anxiety-ridden residents who believe they have a right to protect their s...
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John MacKenzie chats with Ken Harley, local Crime Emergency Activist, after a teenager lies in hospital in critical condition following an alleged stolen car crash.
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John MacKenzie chats with Ken Harley, local Crime Emergency Activist, after a teenager lies in hospital in critical condition following an alleged stolen car crash.

A spate of criminal and anti-social behaviour has occurred recently over Cairns, Mareeba, and Far North Queensland. Including a youth cafe being robbed, two teenage girls crashing through a Manunda property, and now the youth left ...
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John MacKenzie chats with Councillor Kristy Vallely, CRC Representative for Division 6, to wrap up the high times from the 2022 Cairns Festival [Fun in the Sun]!
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John MacKenzie chats with Councillor Kristy Vallely, CRC Representative for Division 6, to wrap up the high times from the 2022 Cairns Festival [Fun in the Sun]!

The highly anticipated Skywhales were viewed to a full crowd on Saturday morning, with the Carnival on Collins event taking place on Sunday with beautiful weather enjoyed by all.

These final events wrap up the Cairns Festival for 202...
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John MacKenzie chats with Amanda Macor, Racing Fashion Icon and 2012 Winner of Melbourne Cup Spring Carnival, about the Cairns Amateurs Carnival Fashions on the Field, held next week.
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John MacKenzie chats with Amanda Macor, Racing Fashion Icon and 2012 Winner of Melbourne Cup Spring Carnival, about the Cairns Amateurs Carnival Fashions on the Field (Friday and Saturday, September 9th and 10th).

Eight categories for fashion will be running in 2022 with over $30,000 worth of prizes up for grabs!

Bold and bright colours with vibrant prints are trending this year. Don&#39;t miss t...
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John MacKenzie chats with David Nye, Manager of Aviation &amp; Business Development at Cairns Airport, about the recent changes made in Japan in regard to Covid-19 and international tourism.
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John MacKenzie chats with David Nye, Manager of Aviation &amp; Business Development at Cairns Airport, about the recent changes made in Japan in regard to Covid-19 and international tourism.

The recent announcement was made by Japan&#39;s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and will see the number of permits to travel from Japan increase from 20,000 to 50,000. The requirement to provide a negative PCR test ...
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Rebecca Elliot, Co-Owner of West Medical Centre, about their new approach to operating a medical clinic as General Practitioners. 
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Rebecca Elliot, Co-Owner of West Medical Centre, about their new approach to operating a medical clinic as general practitioners.

Dr. Elliot&#39;s practice recently moved to 1/70 Anderson Street Manunda, and is offering a new operating model in an effort to ensure patients can make same-day bookings to see a GP.

This is a much-need and fresh approach to addressing th...
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John Mackenzie chats with Sean Lord, Director of Lord Insurance Services, about the impact and insurance stresses involved in car thefts for Cairns.
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John Mackenzie chats with Sean Lord, Director of Lord Insurance Services, about the impact and insurance stresses involved in car thefts for Cairns.

As Cairns faces yet another year of record-breaking car theft statistics, victims of such crimes are being left with anxiety over insurance woes and long wait times for mechanical repairs.

Insurance prices are increasing, with many victims of cri...
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John MacKenzie chats with Paul Bidwell, Chief Executive Master Builder&#39;s Queensland, about national construction codes that will require new homes to meet a seven-star energy rating and at least one step-free access point.
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John MacKenzie chats with Paul Bidwell, Chief Executive Master Builder&#39;s Queensland, about national construction codes that will require new homes to meet a seven-star energy rating and at least one step-free access point.

The changes in the law will come into effect from October 2023 and are estimated to increase the cost of building a new home by approximately $30,000.

However, the new nati...
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John MacKenzie chats with Linda Cooper, Former CRC Councilor and GM of Study Cairns, about the Cairns Festival 2022 event.
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John MacKenzie chats with Linda Cooper, Former CRC Councilor and General Manager of Study Cairns, about the Cairns Festival 2022 event.

Cairns Festival, formerly known as &quot;Fun in the Sun&quot; is back in 2022 celebrating its 60-year Diamond Jubilee! With fun for all ages from August 26th till September 4th 2022.

Look out for the Reef Light and City Lights each night of the festival. Don&#39;t forget t...
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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Cathy Zeiger, CRC Representative for Division 3, about the council&#39;s objection to proposed changes to state laws that would decriminalise certain anti-social behaviour.
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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Cathy Zeiger, CRC Representative for Division 3, about the council&#39;s objection to proposed changes to state laws that would decriminalise certain anti-social behaviour.

In a regressive step, the Queensland government is proposing controversial legal changes that would encourage public urination, drunkenness, and fear-inducing begging.

Cairns Regional Council gain...
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Ken Chapman, Chair of Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Chair of Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, about the controversial &quot;bed tax&quot; proposal to assist with destination marketing costs.
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Ken Chapman, Chair of Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Chair of Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, about the controversial &quot;bed tax&quot; proposal to assist with destination marketing costs.

Cairns Regional Council will take the proposal to the Local Government Association of Queensland in an effort to charge short-term accommodation providers a 2.5% levy.

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John MacKenzie chats with Michael Kerr, Mayor of Douglas Shire, about the decision to replace the Daintree River ferry.
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John MacKenzie chats with Michael Kerr, Mayor of Douglas Shire, about the decision to replace the Daintree River ferry.

Douglas Shire Councillors recently voted for a motion in favour of replacing and upgrading the existing ferry used to transport vehicles across the Daintree River.

Recommendations show that a wider, four-lane ferry would increase transport capacity by up to 90% per hour. Mic...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1661223890" data-format="short_date">Aug 23, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with David Kempton, Local Lawyer and Former State Member for Cook, about the shock resignation of top cop Paul Taylor.
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1661223071" data-format="short_date">Aug 23, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Cathy Zeiger, CRC Representative for Division 3, about dog-ownership responsibility and safety after a recent attack.
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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Cathy Zeiger, CRC Representative for Division 3, about dog-ownership responsibility and safety after a recent attack.

A woman and her poodle-cross dog were attacked by a pack of four dogs at Machans Beach recently, with the owner&#39;s dog not surviving the attack.

Residents are reminded of their responsibilities as dog owners, and to ensure their pets are kept locke...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1661139108" data-format="short_date">Aug 22, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Perri Conti, Co-Founder of Changing Cairns Crime Problems, about the breaking news that Minister Leanne Linard will meet in person to discuss Cairns&#39; crime emergency.
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John MacKenzie chats with Perri Conti, Co-Founder of Changing Cairns Crime Problems, to break the news that Minister Leanne Linard will meet in person to discuss Cairns&#39; crime emergency.

It was originally stated that the minister would only be available for a phone call but has since agreed to fly to cairns to meet with concerned locals and listen to their stories.

This comes after Minister L...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1660876159" data-format="short_date">Aug 19, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Brett Moller, Cairns Regional Councillor Representative for Division 1, about the ongoing youth crime crisis after Yarrabah leaders have called for action from the Queensland Government.
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John MacKenzie chats with Brett Moller, Cairns Regional Councillor Representative for Division 1, about the ongoing youth crime crisis after Yarrabah leaders have called for action from the Queensland Government.

Yarrabah Mayor, Ross Andrews, has called on the state government for funding to better address the skyrocketing effects of juvenile crime.

A minority of recidivistic young people are...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1660788864" data-format="short_date">Aug 18, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Sandy Donald, Local Anaesthetist and Senior Vice President of Together Queensland, about the waiting times at the Emergency Department at Cairns Hospital.
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Sandy Donald, Local Anaesthetist and Senior Vice President of Together Queensland, about the waiting times at the Emergency Department at Cairns Hospital.

This discussion comes after reports that some people are avoiding the ED altogether, even in serious cases, in an attempt to eschew long wait times.

Dr. Donald calls for a combined effort from all levels of gov...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1660702513" data-format="short_date">Aug 17, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Kristy Vallely, Cairns Regional Council Division 6 Representative, about the upcoming Cairns Festival, formerly known as &quot;Fun in the Sun&quot;. Kristy also touched on the removal of a beloved fig tree in Freshwater.
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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Kristy Vallely, Cairns Regional Council Division 6 Representative, about the upcoming Cairns Festival, formerly known as &quot;Fun in the Sun&quot;. Kristy also touched on the removal of a beloved fig tree in Freshwater.

A debate has been raging about the name of Cairns Festival being altered to include the original wording &quot;fun in the sun&quot;. The festival dates back to 1962,...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1660619093" data-format="short_date">Aug 16, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Brett Moller, Cairns Regional Councillor Representative for Division 1, about Minister Leanne Linard&#39;s comments about the dearth of youth crime in Cairns.
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John MacKenzie chats with Brett Moller, Cairns Regional Councillor Representative for Division 1, about Minister Leanne Linard&#39;s comments about the dearth of youth crime in Cairns.

The Minister for Children and Youth Justice described Cairns&#39; crime problem as a non-issue, sparking outcries from locals impacted by soaring juvenile crime and anti-social behaviour.

Cr. Moller continues to argue ...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1660534927" data-format="short_date">Aug 15, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Perri Conti, Co-Founder of Changing Cairns Crime Problems, after the denial of any problems in Far North Queensland by the State Minister for Children and Youth Justice, Leanne Linard.
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John MacKenzie chats with Perri Conti, Co-Founder of Changing Cairns Crime Problems, after the denial of any problems in Far North Queensland by the State Minister for Children and Youth Justice, Leanne Linard.

The minister&#39;s response to skyrocketing criminal activity by young offenders came as a shock to victims who have to deal with the ongoing mental health impacts of crime.

Instead of add...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1660275852" data-format="short_date">Aug 12, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Michael Clements, Chair of RACGP Rural Council, about government changes to Distribution Priority Area classifications which could effect the location choices of doctors.
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Michael Clements, Chair of RACGP Rural Council, Royal Australian College General Practitioners, about government changes to Distribution Priority Area classifications which could affect the location choices of doctors.

The changes could effectively disincentivise general practitioners from moving to regional parts of Australia.

Whilst Cairns may see some positive...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1660187958" data-format="short_date">Aug 11, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Ken Harley, local crime-emergency activist, after the reports of a traveling family&#39;s 4WD vehicle being stolen, leaving the family stranded.
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John MacKenzie chats with Ken Harley, local crime-emergency activist, after the reports of a traveling family&#39;s 4WD vehicle being stolen, leaving the family stranded.

The news comes as Cairns breaks last year&#39;s record for total cars stolen. Currently sitting at over 790 vehicles stolen at the time of writing this article.

Ken provided his valuable insight and offered the solution of a youth c...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1659666539" data-format="short_date">Aug 05, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Peter Ridd, Independent Scientist and Marine Geophysicist, about the quality of coral cover in the Great Barrier Reef.
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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Peter Ridd, Independent Scientist and Marine Geophysicist, about the quality of coral cover in the Great Barrier Reef.

The annual monitoring report from the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) revealed that coral coverage in the central and northern parts has increased since last year to 36%, which is up from 27% the previous year.

The percentage of cor...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1659579340" data-format="short_date">Aug 04, 2022</span></span>
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<a class="text-decoration-none" href="/posts/8131801-john-mackenzie-chats-with-perri-conti-co-founder-of-changing-cairns-crime-problems-about-the-cu"><div class="Episode-list-grid card-body pan">
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John MacKenzie chats with Perri Conti, Co-Founder of Changing Cairns Crime Problems, about the current climate of crime in Cairns.
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John MacKenzie chats with Perri Conti, Co-Founder of Changing Cairns Crime Problems, about the current climate of crime in Cairns.

This necessary update comes after a former Justice has suggested that dealing with youth mental health will help to solve the crime plague, that in turn, exacerbates mental health issues for the victims of those crimes.

A meeting is to be held at 7:30pm on August ...
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<span><span class="js-time" data-epochtime="1659493047" data-format="short_date">Aug 03, 2022</span></span>
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John MacKenzie chats with Tim Jordan, CEO of Bonza Airlines, about the launch of their new Being 737 Max 8 aircraft.
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John MacKenzie chats with Tim Jordan, CEO of Bonza Airlines, about the launch of their new Being 737 Max 8 aircraft.

The plane is the first of its kind to touchdown in Australia after its flight from Seattle USA.

The new, budget airlines promise to offer competitively priced, domestic flights within Australia, with our own, Cairns City, included in all of the excitement.
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A reported number between 13,000-15,000 people attended the first ever Cairns Italian Festival&#39;s kick-starter event, La Festa.

With 20 food stalls and classic Italian entertainment, the event was loved by all with positive feedback all around.
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Kevin provided a commentary in response to an article in The Courier-Mail about Queensland house prices expected to fall by as much as 10 percent over the next 18 months.

Kevin also gave his perspective on the Cairns region of Far North Queensland in relation to real estate.
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John MacKenzie chats with Kord Luckus, Qld Director of the Australian Fishing Trade Organisation, to get an update on the Spanish Mackerel issue after the government proposed a commercial fishing limit earlier in the year.

The Queensland government claimed that the stock biomass levels are at 17% of their 1910 levels, and therefore considered a limit to be put in place.

Commercial and recreat...
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Noel was approached to provide comments after a talkback caller queried aspects of her superannuation fund and recent losses due to the stock market.

Noel also reflected upon a recent article he penned for the Sunday Mail titled &quot;Pl...
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Douglas Shire Council is to vote on a new, wider ferry to replace the existing one, which is showing stress from age. The idea of a permanent bridge or a second ferry has been floated, especially justified by the l...
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Prices in the $20 million range are anticipated for the 6.73-hectare property near Palm Cove, currently owned by Singapore brothers and investors, Whye Chung Ho and Whye Tong Ho.

Local discussions about the future of the property are being h...
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This comes after a damning report from Queensland&#39;s top motoring body; the RACQ slams fuel providers for not passing on cost savings to consumers in the Far North.

The reported average price for unleaded fuel in Cairns stands at 205.7 cents ...
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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Brett Olds, CRC Representative for Division 9, about the recent sale of 33-41 Ceder Rd at Palm Cove to a developer.

The property consists of 16 residential lots and it was confirmed that a single developer bought up everything after it went to market with the hope of creating a new, hot location to be known as &quot;Beach Haven&quot;.

Brett spoke with John about the commun...
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