Motorbike rider dies after Townsville truck crash and other top stories.

• Motorbike rider dies after Townsville truck crash

  

  A motorbike rider died two days after hitting a truck in north Queensland.The man, 40, died in hospital on Wednesday night following the crash at an intersection in Townsville's west on Monday morning. A motorbike rider died after being involved in a collision with a truck in Townsville. Photo: Quentin Jones The truck driver, a 23-year-old man, escaped unharmed with police appealing for any witnesses to come forward.AAPStay informed. Like the Brisbane Times Facebook page

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• The buck stops here

  

  QANTAS Group is standing firm on its refusal to agree to Queensland Airports Limited’s proposed $3 passenger levy to support redevelopment of Townsville Airport.The rigid stance remained yesterday despite Virgin Australia becoming the first major airline to sign off on the passenger charge.QAL chief executive Chris Mills said the $42 million redevelopment hinged on ongoing discussions with Qantas Group, which represents Qantas and Jetstar. “The crucial step in securing Virgin’s agreement shows t..

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• Quick call for baby Zayne

  

  THERE is nothing unusual about a mum giving birth to a baby at a hospital.But Tabitha Kendal never dreamt of doing it in the Townsville Hospital’s telephone switch room as her second baby Zayne Mara was in a hurry to enter the world.Ms Kendal went into labour early on Monday.She and partner Chester Mara made a frantic dash to the hospital from Mount Louisa but by the time they arrived Zayne was ready to arrive.“My poor partner had to try and get me to the birth suite but I just told him ‘I don’t..

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• Vroom with a view for fans

  

  V8 SUPERCARS drivers and teams will be doing their bit for Townsville tourism in coming days, filming a video to encourage fans to visit the city.Wilson Security Racing V8 drivers Scott McLaughlin and James Moffatt and Carerra Cup star David Wall have teamed with Townsville Enterprise Ltd to produce the video, showcasing some of the city’s attractions for race fans.TEL tourism and events executive manager Bridget Woods said they hoped racing enthusiasts would stay on in the region for longer tha..

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• Townsville stolen vehicles and number plate alerts, Friday June 24

  

  Are you interested in joining the QLD Police Service? Then consider attending one of our FREE Townsville Police Careers Seminars where District Recruiting Officers will explain what is required and you will have an opportunity to find out what it's like at the Academy and in the job by First Year Constables. Bookings are essential by calling POLICE RECRUITING 1300 BE A COP or online at www.policerecruit.com.au NEXT TOWNSVILLE SEMINAR DATES: 6:00pm - 8:00pm Townsville Police Aca..

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• Asiata's plan to shine

  

  MAKING a splash in the aftermath of State of Origin is all part of the plan for John Asiata.The Cowboys bench weapon could have his silky ball playing skills put to further use following Thursday’s news playmaker Michael Morgan could be sidelined for a month with a knee injury in the aftermath of Game Two.Asiata has been named on the bench for Monday night’s clash against the Manly Sea Eagles at 1300SMILES Stadium, which could see some of the club’s Origin players rested, even though club-captai..

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