Queensland faces heatwave, storms, increased fire risk Heatwave conditions are building across parts of Queensland, prompting a warning from authorities for locals to take precautions against fires and storms. AAP · Nov 15, 2023
Qld braces for COVID cases as infection wave lifts Cases of COVID-19 are expected to surge in Queensland over the next fortnight but the chief health officer has vehemently ruled out imposing a mask mandate. AAP · Nov 15, 2023
AFL opening round locked in for Queensland, NSW The Brisbane Lions, Gold Coast, Sydney and GWS will host big Victorian clubs in the AFL's inaugural 'opening round' schedule in 2024. AAP · Nov 14, 2023
'Petty': Greens MP punted from Queensland parliament A Greens MP has spent a day in the sin bin after breaching the rules of the Queensland parliament, with the party leader also in strife. AAP · Nov 14, 2023
Roman Butchaski: Australian police search for ex-radio host missing in crocodile-infested waters in Queensland Roman Butchaski went missing on Sunday after a solo fishing trip in remote Queensland Evening Standard · Nov 14, 2023
‘We deserve our fair share’: state Labor leaders clash with federal government over infrastructure plan Albanese government move to make states pay at least 50% of new infrastructure project bills receives pushback from premiers The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2023
Afternoon Update: Australia ‘paralysed’ in Gaza response, UN official says; CommBank records $2.5bn profit; and radio host missing in crocodile waters World ‘staring into the abyss’, UN special rapporteur says, as Israel’s foreign minister acknowledges growing international pressure for ceasefire The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2023
Queensland counts cost of recovery from deadly fires More than 50 blazes are burning across Queensland as the state counts the cost of recovery from more than 1000 fires from Cape York to the NSW border. AAP · Nov 14, 2023
Elderly man dies after wheelchair collides with car Police say an 85-year-old man in a motorised wheelchair has died after colliding with a Holden Monaro on a street in north Queensland. AAP · Nov 14, 2023
Human remains recovered from plane crash site Almost two weeks after a plane crashed into a north Queensland mountain, human remains have been recovered by emergency crews. AAP · Nov 13, 2023
Our mapping project shows how extensive frontier violence was in Queensland. This is why truth-telling matters First Nations people please be advised this article speaks of racially discriminating moments in history, including the distress and death of First Nations people. The Conversation · Nov 13, 2023
Laws targeting dangerous dogs to be introduced in Qld Five dog breeds are expected to be banned and owners held criminally responsible for attacks under legislation to be tabled in Queensland parliament. AAP · Nov 13, 2023
Gold Coast bowler's six wickets in an over goes global A third-grade cricketer from Queensland has made headlines around the world after taking six wickets in six balls to win a club match in a stunning last over. AAP · Nov 13, 2023
Volunteers left to fill void as Queensland agencies deny responsibility for ‘toxic’ polystyrene beach spill Exclusive: Volunteers express frustration at lack of beach cleanup support after ‘significant pollution event’ on Sunshine Coast The Guardian - AU · Nov 13, 2023
AAP · Nov 13, 2023 No kidding, goats hired to help clear rail network Goats have been hired by Queensland Rail to clear overgrown vegetation at a far north station in a trial that could spread across the state's regional areas.
AAP · Nov 12, 2023 Heatwave could hit in north as fire triggers alerts A fire has triggered alerts in far north Queensland which could be set to endure heatwave conditions, according to the Bureau of Meteorology.
AAP · Nov 11, 2023 What Westpac zero deforestation pledge means for ag A zero deforestation target for agriculture set by Westpac has been described as "enormous" by the conservation movement but condemned by farmers.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 11, 2023 Woorabinda deaths: two toddlers dead after being found hours apart in same car in Queensland Police say two-year-old was pronounced dead in hospital before another boy was found at the same address, south-west of Rockhampton
AAP · Nov 11, 2023 Police investigate 'sudden' deaths of two young boys Two young boys have died after being found inside a car in a remote Indigenous community in Queensland, with police saying it appears heat stroke was a factor.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 10, 2023 How a Queensland fire station promised to the community was sold to the Catholic church and became a flooring showroom Questions are being raised about the building’s valuation and the removal of a covenant dictating it be for community use
AAP · Nov 10, 2023 Woman dies after tree falls on her in wild storms Queensland Ambulance Service has confirmed a woman is dead after a tree fell on her following wild weather in the state's southeast.
AAP · Nov 10, 2023 Elevate 2042: Queensland beyond the 2032 Olympics The Queensland government has unveiled a bold 20 year plan for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and beyond with the Elevate 2042 legacy strategy.
AAP · Nov 10, 2023 Qld blueprint for 2032 Olympics and beyond unveiled The Queensland government has revealed its blueprint for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and beyond as part of a bold 20-year plan.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 10, 2023 Care home refuses to accept baby of 14-year-old resident, prompting magistrate to criticise Queensland authorities Eoin Mac Giolla R’s judgment says child safety department failed to properly plan for arrival of baby
AAP · Nov 9, 2023 'We've got to do better': farmers tackle mental health Farmers are hitting the road for a series of workshops across Queensland and NSW to help other producers prepare mentally for the tough times ahead.