The Latest Breaking News from Queensland

Uninsured won't be left behind in flood clean-up

People hit by flooding in far north Queensland who could not afford insurance will still be looked after, the federal government says.

AAP · Dec 21, 2023

Morning Mail: Prague shooting, Centrelink bungle, Giuliani files for bankruptcy

Fourteen people were killed and dozens injured in a shooting at Charles University in the Czech Republic

The Guardian - AU · Dec 21, 2023

Flood funding to get far north Qld back up and running

A funding package has been announced by the prime minister on a visit to Queensland's flood-ravaged far north amid concern for residents and the tourism sector.

AAP · Dec 21, 2023

Cape York braces for flooding as Jasper could intensify

Ex-tropical cyclone Jasper is still having an impact on far north Queensland eight days after hitting the coast and could intensify again on Christmas Day.

AAP · Dec 20, 2023

Steven Miles’ flood response key to Labor’s election hopes as many undecided on new Queensland premier

Exclusive: union-commissioned poll shows slight bump in support for Labor after leadership change

The Guardian - AU · Dec 20, 2023

Australian firms set up to promote agriculture get charity tax concessions despite billion-dollar revenue

Productivity Commission pushes to remove charity status for entities such as Co-operative Bulk Handling and Queensland Sugar Limited after inquiry into philanthropy

The Guardian - AU · Dec 20, 2023

Tinnies and choppers: amid Queensland’s flood catastrophe, the community steps in

Connected via social media and using whatever they have, residents have been risking their own lives to rescue stranded neighbours

The Guardian - AU · Dec 20, 2023

Tinnie Army hailed as heroes after flooding rescues

Amazing stories of rescues are emerging after a Tinnie Army was mobilised during devastating flooding caused by Tropical Cyclone Jasper.

AAP · Dec 20, 2023

First woman to helm Qld ballet, replacing Li Cunxin

The Queensland Ballet has named its first female artistic director, Leanne Benjamin, to replace Li Cunxin.

AAP · Dec 20, 2023

Morning Mail: cyclone reef damage fears, Palestinian casualties near 20,000, the year in video

Scientists concerned waves generated by Queensland storm could have ripped coral apart; officials monitored ‘anti-US sentiment’ at pro-WikiLeaks rallies

The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2023