A call has gone out for Queensland kids to become bug detectives, just by snapping and sharing a photo of an insect. They're being asked to stop into a hidden world - helping wildlife and finding bugs that often go unnoticed. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @siennabell10 #7NEWS

A new campaign has been launched to encourage more Queenslanders to consider a career in policing. It's the third phase of a recruitment drive which has already seen thousands sign up - across the state. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @EmilySteinhardt #7NEWS

Queensland is leading the fight against one of the world's worst invasive species. More than 1,000 hectares of land, including 63 within the Far North's World Heritage Area, are now free of Yellow Crazy Ants. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @cara_welburn #7NEWS

A Rugby League great is the face of a new campaign urging Queenslanders to get ready for storm and cyclone season. The weather bureau forecasts above average rainfall across the state, and warns everyone should be prepared. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @frankrusso85 #7NEWS

The Far North is gearing up for a sporting spectacle, with more than 2,000 visitors expected to touch down for the Cairns 7s Rugby Tournament next month. Cairns Airport CEO says new direct flights from Fiji are helping pack the field. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @sophiefenna_ #7NEWS

The Premier has claimed a major win in the fight against youth crime, revealing victim numbers are down more than 10% across Queensland. But he admits the job isn't done yet, with some areas seeing an increase in certain offences. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @cara_welburn #7NEWS

It's fourth time's a charm for a Far North butcher. The Edge Hill family business has won a top award - in a state-wide competition. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @frankrusso85 #7NEWS

Queenslanders are being reminded to connect with others, as Mental Health Week kicks off until October 12. From reaching out to a friend, to hosting a morning tea, everyone is encouraged to get involved. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A new report reveals more people are seeking to take up voluntary assisted dying - and regional Queenslanders are driving the trend. The demand has also raised concerns about a shortage of qualified assisted dying practitioners. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @ConnorAlforque #7NEWS

It was one of the closest Bulls Masters Country Challenges in history, but sadly for the Far North Fusion - their title defence is over. Instead it's Central Queensland and Sunshine Coast who will play in the final. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @ainsley_e_woods #7NEWS

It's been a bumper school holidays in the Far North, with hotels across the region almost at full capacity. Tourism experts say more families are choosing to stay longer and invest in experiences, making the most of the tropics. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @cara_welburn #7NEWS

Two men have faced court, accused of a terrifying hit and run that left a 61 year old man fighting for life. The duo are facing more than ten charges including armed robbery. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @sophiefenna_ #7NEWS

Cairns locals are being asked to take some steps to help change the future for people with one of the deadliest cancers. The third annual "Put Your Foot Down" walk aims to raise awareness and make an impact on pancreatic cancer. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @cara_welburn #7NEWS

Teens across the North dressed in camouflage this week, for the Army Cadets annual field exercise. Hundreds were given the opportunity to get up-close to tanks, guns and choppers - and test their leadership skills. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @Imogen_Brooks_ #7NEWS

Dozens of teens from across Queensland have stepped into the shoes of MPs for the 30th Youth Parliament. They've been pitching bold ideas and debating bills on schools, sports safety and investment in regional communities. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @cara_welburn #7NEWS

Seven councils across the Far North will share nearly $3 million, to ramp up crime prevention efforts around local businesses. One Gordonvale café owner welcomes the investment. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @sophiefenna_ #7NEWS

New modular houses built in Cairns have been delivered to one of the region's most remote First Nations communities. It's part of the state government's billion-dollar record investment to boost the supply of social housing. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @cara_welburn #7NEWS

The annual Great Barrier Reef clean-up is underway with plenty of rubbish removed. Litter is being collected from 70 sites surrounding the natural wonder this month, and it will be recycled and re-used. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @Nathan_Fergz #7NEWS

Conservationists are mounting a legal battle to bring home one of the Cape's most iconic crocs made famous by Steve Irwin. 'Old Faithful' was removed from Lakefield National Park over claims of "concerning behaviour". https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @sophiefenna_ #7NEWS

The Premier has been accused of 'dismissing' a violent offence committed by a former Barron River MP. He's being urged to return a 'non-political' donation made by Michael Trout, just a month after he threw the first punch. https://t.co/XnBxGc88cm @cara_welburn #7NEWS