Queensland solar farm tapped to power technology giant Amazon will launch operations at its first solar farm project in Queensland, with the 500-hectare site to generate enough power for 60,000 homes. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
‘Nowhere else to go’: protesters rally in support of Brisbane woman refusing to leave rental home of 22 years Stephanie Cridland’s story of no-fault eviction one of many as renters’ advocates raise concerns amid growing housing crisis The Guardian - AU · Feb 6, 2024
Premier to discuss media access to courts After a boy accused of murder appeared in a closed court hearing, Queensland Premier Steven Miles says he will speak to the attorney-general about media access. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
Afternoon Update: Coalition to back stage-three changes; boy charged with murder of Queensland grandmother; and man scales 55-storey Melbourne tower Peter Dutton says the Coalition will not stand in the way of Labor’s stage-three tax cut changes The Guardian - AU · Feb 6, 2024
Small croc removed from Qld creek after unusual feast With crocodiles on the move following recent floods and cyclones, Queensland residents are reminded not to feed the dangerous creatures. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
Ex-tropical cyclone dumps months of rain in a day NSW has been hit with a deluge thanks to ex-tropical cyclone Kirrily, while major flood warnings remain in Queensland after the wild weather moved offshore. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
Palmer loses appeals in resort, election fraud cases Queensland's Court of Appeal has dismissed applications by Clive Palmer and his Coolum resort relating to charges before Brisbane Magistrates Court. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
Fugitive sex killer had bag of uniforms, badges: police Investigators are unsure how or why fugitive sex killer Trent Jennings allegedly acquired a bag of authentic police uniforms. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
Murder charge for boy, girl traumatised after stabbing A boy has been charged with murder and a six-year-old girl has been left traumatised after a 70-year-old woman was fatally stabbed outside a shopping centre. AAP · Feb 5, 2024
Trio on trial for conspiracy involving moving children Three people, including a doctor, have pleaded not guilty to charges relating to the removal of children from Queensland to NSW. AAP · Feb 5, 2024
Top Tigers smooth as Silk in beating Bulls at the Gabba Tasmania have maintained top spot on the Sheffield Shield ladder with a four-wicket win over Queensland at the Gabba. AAP · Feb 5, 2024
New social housing target for the sunshine state The Queensland government has pledged to build 53,500 more social homes by 2046 but construction industry delays may halt the ambitious target. AAP · Feb 5, 2024
Ex-cyclone Kirrily tracks south, brings more rain After bringing heavy rainfall to Queensland's regional areas, former tropical cyclone Kirrily now has NSW firmly in its sights. AAP · Feb 5, 2024
Hit-and-run investigation after body found on motorway A man's body has been found on a major highway that connects NSW and Queensland, sparking a probe into the possibility he was killed in a hit-and-run incident. AAP · Feb 5, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Feb 4, 2024 ‘I don’t want you to watch me die’: the last words my father said before sending me away At the age of 20, Ruaridh Nicoll was sent half a world away by his dying father. Now, with a son himself, he returns to that remote corner of Queensland to imagine his lost, younger self – and wonder at the remarkable decision his dad made
AAP · Feb 4, 2024 Queensland to ban rent bidding as $160m in relief flows Some long-awaited relief is on the way for renters in Queensland, with the state government vowing to ban rent bidding and create a portable bond scheme.
AAP · Feb 3, 2024 Relief in sight as ex-Kirrily moves, recovery persists The remnants of ex-tropical cyclone Kirrily are expected to subside but not before more severe weather, while rain-sodden areas continue flood recovery.
AAP · Feb 3, 2024 McDermott's brilliant ton steers Qld out of trouble Queensland's Ben McDermott has smashed an unbeaten 146 against Tasmania at the Gabba, steering the Bulls out of trouble at 3-24 in the Sheffield Shield.
AAP · Feb 3, 2024 Ponga and Walsh could play together in Origin: Slater Kalyn Ponga and Reece Walsh appear set for a battle to play fullback for Queensland in Origin this year but Billy Slater is open to finding a role for both men.
AAP · Feb 3, 2024 Young boy bitten in latest dingo attack on island A dingo has bitten a boy on a Queensland island in the fourth such attack in as many weeks, with the young victim taken by boat to hospital on the mainland.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 3, 2024 Scorching weather forecast for western Sydney, Melbourne and northern Victoria Heatwave warnings as ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily continues to dump heavy rain across parts of outback Queensland
AAP · Feb 2, 2024 Severe weather warning for border as ex-Kirrily lingers Flood-hit Queensland regions are bracing for another drenching from ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily amid calls for more resilient infrastructure.
AAP · Feb 2, 2024 Premier admits mistake over homelessness appointment Appointing a former director-general to undertake a review of Queensland's response to homelessness was "not a good look", an apologetic premier says.
AAP · Feb 2, 2024 Mosquitoes and mould pose risk in drenched Queensland Mould and mosquitoes have been identified as greater risks in Queensland amid heavy rain and flooding in the aftermath of two cyclones.
AAP · Feb 2, 2024 Kaufusi, Capewell, Gagai back in Origin mix for Maroons Billy Slater has included Felise Kaufusi, Dane Gagai and Kurt Capewell in a 34-man Maroons squad that will gather in Brisbane ahead of the NRL season.