The Magpie’s Nest is now heading into its 15th year and remains an independent alternative voice for Townsville. To stay that way, we do not accept advertising, and we are forever free. Over the years, we’ve managed to break quite a few stories that others preferred remained hidden – and we always have a laugh along the way. The weekly warble is a labour of love and takes a lot of time to put together – and naturally attracts recurring associated costs. So if you like your weekly load of old cobblers enough, you can help keep it aloft with a donation, or even a regular voluntary subscription. Paypal is at the ready, it’s as easy as … well, easy as pie.