Move over Rio, Carnivale is due to hit Port Douglas this month. It's the 30th year for the event and organisers are promising all the old favourites and something more. 7NEWS.com.au Sophie McManus #7NEWS

A Far North Queensland healthcare worker is pushing for a palliative care facility in remote Cape York to allow people to die with dignity. Jodi Hamilton has been awarded the Royal Flying Doctor's local hero award for her advocacy. 7NEWS.com.au Frank Russo #7NEWS

The Federal government made some startling admissions in a landmark environmental case today, including it doesn't consider climate science when making policies. 7NEWS.com.au Sophie McManus #7NEWS

More than $150 million of federal money has been announced to speed up recovery efforts in Far North Queensland after ex-Cyclone Jasper. But the money will be shared with South East Queensland. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

A look at what's on around Cairns this weekend. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

The wonders of the rainforest have come to the Pier Shopping Centre. Cairns Koala and Creatures will open its doors tomorrow allowing people to cuddle a koala or gaze at reef fish without leaving the city. 7NEWS.com.au Sophie McManus #7NEWS

Resources Safety and Health Queensland is using animation to improve worker safety. It highlights the risk of near misses and why they need to be reported to prevent accidents and save lives. 7NEWS.com.au Georgie-May Walker #7NEWS

Residents were invited to light a candle last night and pause to remember those lost to family violence. The Cairns vigil was one of many around Queensland uniting people taking a stand against abuse. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

Queensland households will save $1,000 in the next 12months in the biggest power bill rebate approved yet by a state government. The premier says the multi-billion dollar cost of living relief package is a matter of urgency. 7NEWS.com.au Frank Russo #7NEWS

Far North Queensland beer lovers are invited back to one of the biggest parties of the year. Hemmingway's Craft Beer Festival kicks off on Saturday hoping 'May the Fourth beer with you'. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

Smokers are being warned to butt-out at home following the Queensland's new strata reforms. Body corporates will now be allowed to introduce bylaws that ban smoking and vaping on private balconies. 7NEWS.com.au Frank Russo #7NEWS

The Queensland Teachers' Union is taking week-long industrial action against the Department of Education. Union members say statewide teacher shortages are leaving staff feeling overworked and undervalued. 7NEWS.com.au Georgie-May Walker #7NEWS

Almost $1 billion has been committed to driving down the rate of domestic violence across the country. The focus of the funding will be on helping survivors stay safe. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

Kennedy MP Bob Katter has a bold proposal to save Mossman after its mill went into administration. Farmers say they don't need any grand plans they just want the mill to stay open for one more season. 7NEWS.com.au Sophie McManus #7NEWS

Remote communities across Far North Queensland are in for a treat as Jute Theatre prepares to tour its new play 'I Gut This Feeling'. It uses fairytales to explore sensitive topics to teach kids to trust their instincts. 7NEWS.com.au Sophie McManus #7NEWS

The burden on Cairns GPs has eased slightly with almost 4,000 people visiting the Urgent Care Clinic since it opened in December. But stakeholders say they still want better healthcare on the southside. 7NEWS.com.au Sophie McManus #7NEWS

The search is on to fill the position for a new CEO at Cairns Regional Council after Mica Martin resigned. Long-term councillor Cathy Zeiger says a former council CEO could be interested in the role. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

Portsmith's Kinetic Bus depot is a step closer to bringing a zero-emission transport network to the region. It's base has received a multi-million dollar upgrade and it plans to expand it's fleet of electric buses from five to 57. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS