The real problem facing local newspapers
A self-published op ed about the struggle of local newspapers in Australia.
Matt Nicholls
Media professional and freelance journalist based in Cairns.
Phone: 0477 450 558
The 20 greatest Australian racehorses of the past 20 years
This weekend, Australian racing will lose one of its best thoroughbreds of all time to retirement. With the curtain about to be called on Winx’s career, it’s timely to look back on the past 20 years of Australian horse racing and choose the top performers throughout the past two decades.
Keen fishermen enjoy adventure of a lifetime
Four men so desperate to take part in a fishing tournament drove for 750km and sailed for 500km to get there.
Mail plane delivers life to Cape York's most isolated residents
A feature article on the government-subsidised mail plane that services some of Australia's most remote properties.
This is the future for Weipa – Rio Tinto Amrun project in full swing
The project that will future proof Weipa’s mining operations is in full swing, with more than 1100 workers currently on-site at Amrun.
Gaze-Kelly rivalry set to reignite in NBL
Fierce rivals on the court as players, Andrew Gaze and Mike Kelly will revive their NBL duel on the sidelines this Sunday.
New species of fish named after Weipa discovery
The curiosity of a Weipa fisherman has led to a new species of fish being discovered in Queensland.
How racing could save a young woman's life
One of the richest and most powerful men in the world kidnapped his daughter last year. He's since won some of Australia's biggest horse races, including the Melbourne Cup and Golden Slipper. Yet the local industry has been silent on the matter. It's time for that to change.
New species of snake discovered in Cape York
A new snake species discovered in Weipa should be of no concern to locals, according to the woman who first recorded its existence.
Baynes back to business in Boston
Aron Baynes says he won't rule out a return to the NBL when his American basketball career is over, but his focus is on adding a second NBA championship ring to his collection.
Linda Meech proves racing is still largely a man's world
Linda Meech has ridden more winners than all bar one jockey in Victoria this season, yet is walking proof that racing is largely a man’s world.
Taipans coach hungry for more victories
A relieved Mike Kelly hopes a drought-breaking NBL win will result in a flood of victories for his fledgling Cairns side.
Racing throws book at Darren Weir but troubling uncertainties remain
When word spread last week that Darren Weir’s stables had been raided by police, it came of little surprise to most inside in the racing industry. Whispers had been circulating for months, years even, about what was happening behind the scenes at Forest Lodge.
Youth is not always the NBA's best policy
Getting old can be hard at the best of times, but it’s even worse when you’re an athlete. All around the sporting world, it seems that younger is better, even if the numbers don’t back it up.
Sport is cruel, but there's still a little bit of hope
There was a real spring in the step of Sacramento residents on Friday morning when I stood in line at Starbucks waiting to order what would be a tasteless coffee.
Tough questions are lacking in the racing industry
When a Godolphin-owned horse wins the Golden Slipper on Saturday – and that is looking like a distinct probability – will anyone dare to ask trainer James Cummings about his views on women’s rights?
Ron Slater opens up on father-son relationship with NRL star Billy
Billy Slater is one of the biggest names in Australian sport, living in the capital of Australian sport, yet still makes time to call his dad every day.
Kings coach Andrew Gaze slams NBL broadcast policy
NBL legend Andrew Gaze has taken a shot at the league's broadcasting arrangements after he was captured using offensive language in a timeout.
Taipans coach frustrated by form slump
Cairns Taipans coach Mike Kelly is lucky he already had grey hair before he took on his first NBL coaching job.
Wildcats coach praises team's will to win
Perth Wildcats coach Trevor Gleeson has praised his side's will to win after a gutsy 88-83 overtime on the road against Cairns.
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