Man charged with 116 offences 'targeted girls online' A Queensland man has been accused of targeting two girls online before being charged with more than 100 offences following an extensive police investigation. AAP · Mar 13, 2024
Review launched into sexual harassment of health staff An independent review of sexual assault and harassment policies in Queensland hospitals will be launched amid concerns about workplace culture. AAP · Mar 12, 2024
Queensland and NSW lose GST as taxpayers fork out $5.2bn for WA’s special deal Most states and territories will receive more GST revenue according to recommendations of Commonwealth Grants Commission The Guardian - AU · Mar 12, 2024
Body of missing tourist found at popular swimming hole A man's body has been found in the search for an international tourist who went missing at a popular swimming hole in far north Queensland. AAP · Mar 12, 2024
A roll of tape, a handsaw and a small piece of wood at the centre of a $2.6m dispute in Queensland Supreme court judge overturns building tribunal ruling in dispute between electrical contractor and solar farm owner The Guardian - AU · Mar 12, 2024
NSW, Queensland biggest losers in 'absurd' GST carve-up Victoria and Western Australia are multi-billion-dollar winners in the latest carve-up of the Goods and Services Tax , which NSW has slammed as "absurd". AAP · Mar 12, 2024
Rain threatens NSW's unlikely Sheffield Shield dream NSW came into their Sheffield Shield clash with Queensland as a mathematical chance to make the season final but rain is threatening to wash away their dream. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
US man linked to Qld shootings claims right to own guns A man accused of messaging the family who shot two Queensland police officers has claimed he should be allowed to own guns despite his criminal history. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Dad who died in boating tragedy saved daughter's life A 40-year-old father of four who went overboard from a broken-down boat during a family outing saved his daughter's life before he died. AAP · Mar 10, 2024
Inquiry after stabbed man dies at Queensland hospital Police are investigating the death of a man who arrived at a hospital in regional Queensland with a severe stab wound. AAP · Mar 10, 2024
Arrests mount amid police surge to disrupt youth crime A Queensland Police operation targeting youths in a bid to bolster community safety has led to more than 11,000 arrests in the past 12 months. AAP · Mar 10, 2024
‘The roadside version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’: Queensland’s trivia signs keeping drivers alert On long stretches of outback highways, these road safety signs could keep drivers alive – if questions change more frequently, locals say The Guardian - AU · Mar 9, 2024
Touring Wales to play Queensland Reds in 20-year first The Queensland Reds have secured a clash with Wales to end their Australian tour, an initiative the club hopes becomes a fixture for visiting Test nations. AAP · Mar 9, 2024
Police search rural property for missing man Police have searched a rural Queensland property to find any trace of Marc Kristian Mietus, who went missing more than two decades ago. AAP · Mar 9, 2024
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Woman charged with murder over baby's death in 2011 A Queensland woman will face court after being charged with the murder of a three-month-old baby girl more than 12 years ago in the state's southeast.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Funding to curb long wait for women's disease diagnosis It took seven years and 11 different doctors before a Queensland woman was finally diagnosed with endometriosis - and found out it wasn't just in her head.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 8, 2024 More than 550 issues raised on behalf of children in police lockups this year, Queensland public guardian says Exclusive: Influx of reports comes amid concerns about welfare of young people detained in overcrowded adult watch houses
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Heavy electric trucks cleared to drive in another state Queensland is the latest state to allow electric trucks on some roads in a change that will pave the way for the low-emission vehicles to be made locally.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Cowboys CEO 'confident' Luki, Kuli will stay long-term North Queensland CEO Jeff Reibel says the early exit of forward Luciano Leilua has made keeping star duo Heilum Luki and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki an easier task.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Reward of $500,000 for information on suspected murder Queensland Police have announced a $500,000 reward for information on the suspected murder of Marc Kristian Mietus who disappeared more than two decades ago.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Fears for koala habitat after coal mine assessed Environmentalists are disappointed the federal environment minister has referred a central Queensland coal mine for assessment instead of rejecting it.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 8, 2024 ‘Outrageous and disgusting’: Greens MP condemns comparison of Queensland climate protests to US capitol riots Ethics committee clears Michael Berkman of inciting or encouraging Extinction Rebellion protest but labels his conduct ‘disgraceful’
AAP · Mar 7, 2024 Midwives win on patient ratios as health reforms pass Laws that assist with patient ratios and allow contemporary trained midwives to administer pregnancy termination medicine have passed Queensland parliament.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 7, 2024 Queensland passes law to allow nurses to provide abortion pills amid strong opposition from LNP Nurses and midwives will be allowed to dispense MS-2 Step as state grapples with ‘postcode lottery’ for women’s healthcare
AAP · Mar 7, 2024 Homeschooling overhaul sparks mixed reactions The Queensland government has introduced legislation that will ensure homeschoolers must follow the Australian curriculum.