Conor Byrne
Darwin, NT
Conor Byrne is a newsroom reporter with ABC Far North in Cairns, Queensland.
He was a journalist in the Northern Territory since 2009 at the Palmerston Sun, the NT News, and at ABC Radio Darwin.
He is from Dublin in the Republic of Ireland and lives in the hinterland with his Australian wife and two children.
Conor holds a Masters in Journalism from Dublin Institute of Technology and a Bachelors of Technology in Wood Science and Technology from the University of Limerick.
Latest by Conor Byrne
This grazier was caught out by a cyclone that cost him $100K. Here's what to do before Cyclone Kirrily arrives
From sandbags to generators, this is what you need to know ahead of a tropical cyclone forecast to make landfall in north Queensland between Cardwell and Bowen.
Tourist town to rely on bottled water as landslides force Queensland authorities to switch off mains
Port Douglas residents are weary after the mains water is switched off for the second time this month amid concerns for the tourist town's reputation as they are told to fill water containers.
Homeless flood victims in remote Queensland community to be given caravans during rebuild
Homes and buildings in Degarra were coated in waist-deep mud after last month's floods. The Queensland government has promised to give residents somewhere to stay temporarily.
How a teddy day spa is saving flood-damaged childhood treasures from ending up in the tip
Many sentimental items are lost when floods devastate towns. But in Cairns, much-loved childhood keepsakes are being rescued and restored by a group of caring volunteers.
Azura fostered one dog for the Cairns floods and now has seven puppies
Dogs swim out of an animal shelter to safety as floodwaters in the Cairns region rise, and pregnant Minnie births seven pups in a foster home while waiting for the shelter to reopen.
Residents begin to assess damage from ex-Cyclone Jasper as heavy rain and flood threat persist — as it happened
Several people have been evacuated and the extent of the damage is beginning to emerge in Far North Queensland as ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper continues to cause widespread heavy rain and flooding.
Tropical Cyclone Jasper expected to weaken overnight, but damaging winds and heavy rainfall remain — as it happened
The cyclone is expected to take several hours to fully cross the coast due to its size, with authorities warning of potentially life-threatening flash flooding. Look back on Wednesday's updates.
Windows, tape and safe rooms: What you need to know about cyclone preparation
As Cyclone Jasper barrels towards far north Queensland coastal communities, social media has lit up with tips to prepare homes and businesses.
Damaging winds for parts of north Queensland expected today as Cyclone Jasper approaches
Tropical Cyclone Jasper has been re-upgraded to a category two system, with the "worst impacts" to be felt from tomorrow.
BOM issues first tropical cyclone warning with impacts from Jasper expected within 24 hours
North Queensland residents as far south as Mackay are being warned to brace for damaging winds as Cyclone Jasper continues to track toward the coast.
How to prepare before, during and after Tropical Cyclone Jasper
Your cyclone plan may revolve around your flood zoning, your pets, and the tide times. Here's everything you need to know to prepare ahead of Tropical Cyclone Jasper and beyond.
Tourism body defends safety record after death of second tourist in their 70s on Great Barrier Reef
Queensland's workplace safety regulator has urged the increased vigilance of dive operators after the deaths of two tourists in their 70s on snorkelling trips in a matter of weeks.
Potential cyclone brewing over Coral Sea could cross Australian coast
The BOM says a tropical low over the Solomon Islands is likely to develop into a severe storm that might head our way.
Former commander says 100 bullets fired by police to end stand-off with ex-Army reservist is appropriate
Former police commander and experienced investigator David Proctor tells a coronial inquest that the use of about 100 bullets was appropriate in the police killing of gunman Khrys Vignes.
Tactical officer tells court he thought 'I was going to die' before police fired 100 shots at Khrys Vignes
Tactical officers have described the final minutes of a man evading capture, chin-deep in a crocodile-inhabited river in Cairns, who "swivelled" toward them while aiming a rifle at the police boat.
Investigations launched into death of man on Great Barrier Reef snorkelling tour
The South Australian man, who was found unresponsive while snorkelling, was pulled out of the water, but attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.
Queensland teacher accused of hundreds of child exploitation offences denied bail
A Queensland state school teacher has been refused bail, accused of more than 200 child exploitation offences. He was arrested last week but a court has heard investigations have uncovered further alleged offences.
Goats added to rail fleet to manage bushfire hazards on difficult blocks
A herd of goats has "annihilated" weeds posing a fire risk in inaccessible terrain in a third of the time they were given to get the job done. Now the landowners have bigger ideas.
Scientists' clarion call on fossil fuel projects as oceans warm faster than predicted
Ocean scientists say fossil fuel use needs to stop if ecosystems such as the Great Barrier Reef are to have a fighting chance of survival.
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live moment:Focus remains 'protection of life and property' as interstate help arrives to support fire crews in Queensland
Conditions have eased Thursday, but there are still a multitude of bushfire warnings in southern Queensland, where dozens of homes have been lost.
'Sorry, guys. Next time I'll use a glass bottle': Message writer apologetic for using plastic bottle
A beach clean-up crew, and the writer of the note, discourages the use of plastic containers after a message in a bottle is found after a four-month, 400-kilometre journey.
Inquest to ask why surgery notes not passed between hospitals before man died from sepsis
Christopher Glen Essery died in Brisbane's Princess Alexandra Hospital, but a full discharge summary from his previous hospital, including details of a hernia mesh repair, was not transferred.
In the country's far north, 85 per cent of this town voted No to the Voice. What do they see as the future?
The Queensland town of Mareeba recorded one of the largest No votes in the country. What do residents see as the pathway forward now?
Family 'crying out for answers' pleads for information about teen boy missing for nearly two months
Markyia Major, 17, has not been seen since he ran into a relative's Yarrabah home, near Cairns, on August 27. Police have said they have grave concerns.
Fred has 'lost a lot of white friends' in the lead up to the referendum. He hopes they can reconcile their differences
Aboriginal people are considering what the Voice might mean for them, and if they want it at all. The ABC visited several regional communities in Queensland and listened. Here's what they had to say.