News

Man thought mate was dead from hit, run: court

A MAN who was crying over the body of his best mate after he thought he had just been killed in a hit and run was then run over by the same driver, a Townsville District Court heard yesterday.

Heartfelt plea to find Zahra

THE soul-destroying wait by family and friends to hear if little Zahra Baker has been found alive has prompted one distressed North Queensland family friend to email the lead US police officer on the case.

Safety fears after cops raid drug labs

THE discovery of a drug laboratory in Ayr, just days after a similar bust in Kelso, has police fearing for the safety of neighbours.

North's bid for slice of growth

TOWNSVILLE'S role in alleviating the pressure of population growth in the state's south-east is set to form part of discussions at a national conference to be held in the city this week.

Sport

Jockey Stathi Katsidis found dead

THE Australian racing industry is in shock after jockey Stathi Katsidis was found dead at his home in Brisbane's inner north overnight.

Fury's future on line

THE North Queensland Fury's long-term future in the A-League officially went under the microscope yesterday.

Business

Port gateway to the globe

THE Port of Townsville has handled a record 10.25 million tonnes of cargo in 2009-10 - a 12.8 per cent increase - and is headed for another record in the current year.