Jellyfish stings on Palm Island have almost doubled this year, with most of the victims being 7-12 years old The local medical superintendent wants increased education, first aid measures, and ...

Palm Island has only 58.4 per cent double vaccination rates, according to the Australian government’s most recent vaccination statistics, compared with Queensland at 86.1 per cent fully ...

Palm Island, known as Bwgcolman by its traditional owners, is located 57 kilometres from Townsville in North Queensland on the Great Barrier Reef. It has almost 2,000 residents and is managed by ...

Speaking about the situation in the Queensland region, the Palm Island Mayor said: "While health authorities must plan for the worst, we can do more to make sure no one needs to use this morgue.

A look at Palm Island, Queensland, and it's dark and sullied reputation. Physically beautiful in every aspect, its dark history has inspired local individuals to defy stereotypes and take their ...

Palm Island mayor Alf Lacey has long been an advocate for self-management. He believes strongly in the island's "alcohol management program", which he says is making the town a safer place to live.

Frustration is brewing on Palm Island as residents remain in lockdown while mainland Queensland residents enjoy relaxed COVID-19 restrictions.

Palm Island is a largely Aboriginal community near Townsville. Queensland recorded no new local infections on Thursday, while two cases were detected in hotel quarantine. Read related topics: Brisbane ...

In 1985, the Queensland government relinquished control of Palm Island, removing much of its infrastructure, including its timber mill, wharves, houses and shops.

After Palm Island successfully weathered the worst of the intense NQ weather event, with power and water supplies now restored, the island’s mayor has called for governments to get moving on ...

Priorities to fix Palm Island water issue released as Minister ‘open’ to crisis control staff on longer. Six priority projects have been identified to fix the water issues plaguing Palm Island ...

A short informative piece on Palm Island location, it’s history and its development moving into the 21st century. ... A look at Palm Island, Queensland, and it's dark and sullied reputation.