Cowboys hope to keep Coen Hess for life after new deal Injured forward Coen Hess has signed a new contract with North Queensland that will keep him at the club long-term. AAP · May 31, 2024
Fotuaika braces for Origin rumble in house of Payne Queensland prop Moeaki Fotuaika and NSW front-rower Payne Haas were schoolboy destroyers in the same team but now brace for an epic mate v mate Origin battle. AAP · May 31, 2024
Calls for federal carbon capture ban after Qld decision Queensland's decision to ban carbon capture and storage projects in the Great Artesian Basin has sparked calls for the federal government to follow suit. AAP · May 30, 2024
AFP concerned about youth radicalisation, Senate estimates hears – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · May 30, 2024
Domestic violence surge sparks major funding boost Family and domestic violence is rising in Queensland where the state government is directing millions of extra dollars towards frontline response and support. AAP · May 30, 2024
Blues' Robson ready to 'hate' his Cowboys teammates Reece Robson typifies the 'mate against mate' mantra of State of Origin more than most, and he's ready to unsaddle his North Queensland colleagues in maroon. AAP · May 30, 2024
Talk of Origin series win taboo for NSW women NSW women are heavy favourites to clinch a State of Origin series win, but Kylie Hilder and her squad aren't focused on making history. AAP · May 30, 2024
The moment when Hammer truly knew he belonged in Origin Queensland flyer Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has rare gifts but it was a match-turning try in Adelaide for the Maroons last year that filled him with Origin belief. AAP · May 30, 2024
Su'A credits Bennett, Flanagan for Maroons recall Queensland forward Jaydn Su'A is back in the State of Origin arena and credits two of his favourite coaches and former enforcer Ben Te'o for inspiring him. AAP · May 30, 2024
Contact tracing ongoing in Queensland monkeypox cluster Queensland has recorded 10 cases of monkeypox but they are not linked to a cluster found in a southern state. AAP · May 29, 2024
Coyne's miracle try inspiring Maroons 30 years later Mark Coyne has reflected on the key State of Origin lessons from his 1994 miracle try for Queensland as current Maroons reveal why it can drive them to success. AAP · May 29, 2024
Walsh 'excited' to resume Origin feud with Luai Queensland fullback Reece Walsh and NSW No.6 Jarome Luai have already clashed explosively in State of Origin and the Maroon is keen for more heated battles. AAP · May 29, 2024
'It just happens': Cotter spills on 80-min secret Reuben Cotter's ability to impact a game without being substituted has allowed Queensland coach Billy Slater to get creative with his State of Origin bench. AAP · May 29, 2024
'I was once a lock': Cobbo stirs up Maroons Hornet nest Queensland utility Selwyn Cobbo can cover fullback, wing and centre but has revealed he was once a lock and will fill any role coach Billy Slater has for him. AAP · May 29, 2024
AAP · May 29, 2024 DCE opens up on 'good question' about Maroons future Queensland skipper Daly Cherry-Evans says his State of Origin availability remains a "year-by-year" decision but he is still loving every minute of it.
AAP · May 28, 2024 Corruption reports might be brought to light by reforms Every recommendation of a corruption watchdog review will be adopted by the Queensland government, including the release of reports retrospectively.
AAP · May 28, 2024 Olakau'atu hopes NSW fans forgive him for Maroons post Haumole Olakau'atu grew up supporting Queensland in State of Origin, but the NSW debutant insists he now bleeds blue.
The Guardian - AU · May 28, 2024 In the largest windfarm in the southern hemisphere, ‘renewable energy farmers’ look to the future The MacIntyre turbines on Queensland’s Southern Downs are a financial windfall for some farmers – but others are feeling left out
The Conversation · May 28, 2024 Catching public transport in Queensland will soon cost just 50 cents. Are cheap fares good policy? As part of a six-month trial, public transport fares in Queensland will soon be slashed to just 50 cents per trip for everyone.
AAP · May 28, 2024 Fire truck trial aims to extinguish emissions An electric and a biofuel fire truck will roll into Queensland after the state's fire service announced plans to trial low-emission vehicles.
AAP · May 28, 2024 Rivers reopen after 'catastrophic' sewage leak It has been deemed Queensland's worst ever sewage leak but the government has deemed two Gold Coast rivers to be safe for fishing just six weeks later.
AAP · May 28, 2024 Walsh commits to Broncos, gets Slater boost for Origin Queensland fullback Reece Walsh says he will re-sign with Brisbane and stay there for the rest of his career as he gets a lift from mentoring by Billy Slater.
AAP · May 28, 2024 Mayor referred to corruption watchdog over army service A watchdog has referred a north Queensland mayor to the Crime and Corruption Commission over his military service history claims following an investigation.
AAP · May 27, 2024 Mixed feelings for DCE as Trbojevic replaces Tedesco Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans is gutted that NSW captain James Tedesco has been dropped but proud of Manly teammate Jake Trbojevic for filling breach.
AAP · May 27, 2024 No second guessing in Dearden's Origin return Tom Dearden has learnt to be comfortable in his own shoes as he prepares to walk in Cameron Munster's for Queensland in the State of Origin series.