New Queensland premier Steven Miles to legislate to reduce state carbon emissions by 75% by 2035 – as it happend This blog has now closed The Guardian - AU · Dec 14, 2023
Cyclone Jasper weaker but floods remain a threat Tropical Cyclone Jasper may have passed but far north Queensland is still under threat with flooding set to test locals in coming days. AAP · Dec 14, 2023
New premier announces ambitious climate target Steven Miles has used his first speech as Queensland's new premier to outline his priorities including an ambitious climate action plan. AAP · Dec 14, 2023
Steven Miles to set more ambitious emissions reduction targets on day one as Queensland premier Leader will refocus climate debate on job creation in rural areas to remove tension between resource-rich regions and urban south-east, sources say The Guardian - AU · Dec 14, 2023
Naked man shot dead by police during motel disturbance A man is alleged to have threatened officers and paramedics with a large knife at a motel before he was shot dead by police. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Morning Mail: Thousands lose millions in crypto schemes, Queensland cyclone aftermath, Bowen hails end of fossil fuels Investors have lost millions of dollars to ‘pyramid scheme’; homes at risk after ex-Cyclone Jasper dumps 500mm of rain but weakens as it moves inland The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2023
Qantas calls cash compensation for delayed flights a ‘backwards step’ – as it happened All the news as it happened The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2023
Jasper loses sting but floods and wind wreak havoc Cyclone Jasper has weakened to a tropical low but brought heavy rain and damaging winds, prompting widespread flood warnings for far north Queensland. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Ex-Cyclone Jasper: warning of ‘life-threatening’ flooding as storm batters far north Queensland More than 36,000 homes without power but BoM downgrades storm to tropical low despite warning of more rain and high winds The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2023
Tropical storm Jasper approaches Australia as authorities warn of ‘life-threatening’ floods Cyclone expected to bring more than month’s rainfall in just six hours The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2023
Transport Minister steps aside for frontbench new blood Queensland's Transport Minister Mark Bailey has announced he will step aside for new blood before incoming premier Steven Miles' cabinet reshuffle. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Paramedics shaken after ambulance run off road Paramedics have been left shaken after one ambulance was run off the road and another almost rammed twice in north Queensland. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Afternoon Update: Biden calls on Netanyahu to ‘change government’; cyclone Jasper knocks out power for 15k homes; and Kyrgios ‘tired’ of tennis Australia votes with 152 other nations at UN to call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza in rare split from US position The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2023
Key Olympic projects, Gabba rebuild to be reviewed Key Brisbane Olympic infrastructure projects like the controversial Gabba rebuild will be reconsidered by a new-look Queensland government. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
AAP · Dec 13, 2023 Clean slate as McReight vows to use World Cup for good Queensland Reds star Fraser McReight is enjoying the clean slate at club level after a World Cup campaign he thinks will have long-term benefits.
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Cost of living relief lightens Queensland budget update Queensland Treasurer Cameron Dick has spruiked further cost-of-living measures on the back off a balanced budget sheet in his mid-year budget update.
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Shelter warning as Cyclone Jasper bears down on coast People are bunkering down and authorities are on high alert as Tropical Cyclone Jasper crosses the Queensland coast as a category 2 system.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2023 From attack dog to underdog: Queensland’s new premier Steven Miles needs to bare his teeth Having built a public reputation as a wisecracking political warrior, the premier designate is attempting to show he’s up to the task
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Invested Moore's simple advice to RA after Eddie exit Stephen Moore has offered his thoughts on the appointment of the next Wallabies coach as he prepares for his own return of sorts to the Queensland Reds.
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Jail for life over stabbing murder of young mother A man has been jailed for life over the stabbing murder of a young Queensland woman at her friend's home in Tasmania.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2023 C-bombs and warrior ways: can Labor attack dog Steven Miles learn new tricks as Queensland premier? Steven Miles takes over from Annastacia Palaszczuk as Queensland’s new premier – but some doubt he can arrest Labor’s poor polling
The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2023 Residents and visitors stockpile board games and beer before cyclone crosses Australia coast Up to 500mm of rain and 140km/h winds predicted among wild weather associated with category two cyclone
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Population pressure on Qld health system Growing demand for hospital presentations and ambulances services has affected health services and emergency departments in Queensland.
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Specialist police arrive after youth crime 'spike' Almost 30 specialist police officers have been sent to north Queensland following a "spike" in youth crime, with almost 80 car thefts recorded in one week.
Pedestrian.tv · Dec 12, 2023 Steven Miles Set To Be Queensland’s Next Premier, So Who Is He & How Will He Differ To Palaszczuk? Steven Miles will be moving up from the position of Queensland's Deputy Premier to Premier, so who is he and what can Queenslanders expect?