Brendan Mounter
Cairns, QLD
Brendan Mounter is based in his hometown of Cairns as a features reporter for far north Queensland. Brendan has an extensive media background in broadcast journalism and as a digital producer in various corporate and government roles throughout Australia. Prior to starting with the ABC in 2014, he spent two years working in the remote Northern Territory community of Yuendumu as a video producer and media trainer for PAW Media and Communications, Australia's first Aboriginal television station and creators of the hit ABC series Bush Mechanics. Follow him on Twitter at @TheMounterMail
Latest by Brendan Mounter
Urn containing ashes reunited with family who'd stored them in microwave sent to flood victims
The urn containing ashes was lost in Cairns two weeks ago after being stashed in a microwave that had been donated to flood victims. It took a little help from local radio before it could be reunited with the family.
'Here we go again': Monsoon could bring 'menacing' thunderstorms, more rain to Far North Queensland
Weary residents in storm-ravaged towns, who had just started to get on top of clean-up efforts, are facing the possibility of more rain.
Queensland woman arrested over alleged wedding dress Ponzi scheme worth more than $100,000 and affecting 70 brides
Queensland police say a 53-year-old Beaudesert woman defrauded customers by on-selling previous clients' wedding dresses in either their original form or by altering them for re-sale.
This small Queensland business has lost thousands in less than a fortnight and its next busiest period is 'quite some time away'
Queensland tourism operators are feeling forgotten and ignored by governments after devastating storms destroyed what should be their most lucrative time of year.
Dam waste: Fears for local barramundi and water supply due to cyclone safety net removal
Thousands of dead barramundi could start washing up through the Redlynch Valley in Cairns over the coming days following the removal of a spillway net from Copperlode Dam, the city's main water supply.
This proud dairy region ran out of milk, but new farming families are providing hope for the future
Built on the back of the dairy industry, Atherton Tablelands families are bucking the trend as family-owned dairy farms are being deserted in other parts of Australia.
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.
China was Australia's most lucrative inbound tourism market. Are we ready for its return?
Queensland tourism figures welcome efforts to reignite the China group travel market but warn there are still challenges to overcome before visitors return en masse.
Aussie athletes ready for global showdown that puts horse-riding, archery skills to test
Don Woods is one of four Australians competing at the world championships you've probably never heard of. He's in Mongolia to test his horseback archery skills against competitors from 20 countries.
What is successor dog syndrome and how do you overcome it?
Karen Hiam would "be lost" without her assistance dog Brandy. But soon, her furry friend will be retiring, and Karen wants to avoid developing what's known as successor dog syndrome.
Struggling to keep mud, mosquitoes and bandicoots out of his tent, Shane is living rough on the edge of a cemetery
Shane Walford lives in makeshift camp he established in bushland on the edge of a cemetery. He is one of hundreds who are sleeping rough each night in Cairns.
Answers wanted over cause of lead leaching into drinking water
Documents show the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council raised concerns with the state government over critical infrastructure failures more than a year before lead was discovered in the community's tap water.
Maroons debutant Corey Horsburgh living the dream on other side of the fence during fan day
Playing in a Queensland jersey has been a "massive dream" for Maroons Corey Horsburgh since he was a little boy, and as that becomes a reality, he has met thousands of young fans with a similar dream.
Flight cancellations affecting health and essential service delivery in disadvantaged remote communities
Consumers want more certainty, but a regional airlines boss says the frequent flight cancellations are due to the shortage of pilots.
Deadly marine creature could hold the secret to development of new drugs
Deadly cone snails reared from eggs in a laboratory aquarium uncover a potential treasure trove of new venoms for drug development.
Holidaymakers still dreaming of the tropics but international airlines slow to return
A cold snap in the southern states pushes more travellers to north Queensland but international tourists are competing for a limited number of flights into the region.
Why a 'MacGyver kit' could stop a camping emergency from becoming a tragedy
Australia's stunning landscapes can be perilous for the unprepared. Two outdoor experts and an intrepid hiker give their tips for surviving in the alps, the outback and the tropics.
'I love cutting hair': The barber program that's keeping young men off the street and finding them a job
A not-for-profit program teaches the foundations of haircutting and running a retail business as well as providing free haircuts to remote communities and people living rough.
From the NBA to grassroots sport, this exercise scientist is on a mission to empower First Nations kids
Through movement-based games and connection to culture, a pilot program for First Nations youngsters is aiming to provide lifelong health and social benefits across Indigenous communities.
'Understandable concern' as lead detected in drinking water at Far North Queensland schools
Children and staff at the schools are being offered bottled water and free blood tests after lead contamination was detected in drinking water supplies.
NRL legend 'Slammin' Sam' survives heart attack, multiple surgeries, hopes to inspire Origin win
During his heyday, "Slammin' Sam" Backo was among the toughest rugby league players. Now, he's facing his biggest test yet and hoping to inspire Queensland to an Origin series win.
Why Hugo donated blood to save the life of a fellow feline
Blood donations save the lives of others during emergencies and also help people facing serious illness. It's the same for our pets too – and more cat blood donors are needed.
High levels of lead detected in water at two Queensland Health facilities
Routine testing of water at Atherton Hospital and Yarrabah Health Facility picked up the lead contamination, according to Queensland Health
Meet Michael Wouters, the man who keeps Australia in perfect time with the rest of the world
While many of us take the passage of a split-second for granted, for Dr Michael Wouters it's a serious business.
First Nations people left 'to do the best they can' in court as legal services cut
There are concerns innocent people will end up in jail as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander legal services are withdrawn in Queensland and New South Wales amid claims of a funding shortfall, leaving more people to represent themselves in court.