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NQTV News Thursday 11th August 1988
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TitleNQTV News Thursday 11th August 1988SummaryNQTV News Thursday 11th August 1988.ContentsCrocodile that terrorised people now has taken up residence in Green Island wildlife sanctuary after being caught near Cooktown -- Townsville Aboriginal shanty town “Happy Valley” -- Federal Environment Minister Graham Richardson promised Premier Mike Ahern to have review state proposal that some areas of world heritage listed forest can be open to selective logging -- Effect of cyclones on reef structures, fourth day of International Reef Symposium -- James Cook University responsible for forging closer ties between Australian tertiary institutions and Papua New Guinea -- Spanish mackerel record nearly broken in NQTV Family Fishing Classic -- Townsville in the running to host first Oceania Region Amateur Athletic Championships, signals the city’s international standing -- Townsville skyline changes with erection of 18m McDonald’s sign, first McDonald’s for north Queensland -- Townsville Trades and Labour Council continue to wage battle against the State Government for more funding for teaching and nursing, celebrates 100 years -- Senator Magaret Reynolds accused of turning the Northern Fisheries Conference into a political circus -- Crocodile and snake farms, clothing and pet food were some of the Townsville assets used to attract Hong Kong business investment -- Round 3 of the North of tropics Rally series -- Paul Brown aerobics champion to be in Melbourne to defend his title -- North Queensland roller hockey scene -- Weather report -- National Nine News openingCorporate AuthorNQTVNine NetworkVideo File Name4021384CreditsPresenter and reporter: Samantha Kume ; reporters: Peter Chapman, Gavin Alder, Rick Anderton, Paula Bycroft, Brian JeffsOriginal Format 1/2 inch video tape Beta camCollation1 video file (MP4) (25 minutes) : digital ; 997MBDate11th August 1988ImprintTownsville : NQTV, 1988Cultural content warningPlease be aware that records may contain references to deceased people which may cause sadness or distress
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Restrictions On UseNo permissions granted for reuse. Contact Townsville Citylibraries Local History Collection for reproduction requests.Content GovernanceReasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and permissability of content. We will respond to feedback in a timely manner.Access RestrictionsThis item includes syndicated material. Please refer to Local Collection Services for in person access.
NQTV News Thursday 11th August 1988 (11th August 1988). Townsville City Council, accessed 29/04/2026, https://stories.townsville.qld.gov.au/nodes/view/20960








