Three-strike personal drug use rule expanded in Qld Changes to Queensland drug laws are expected to divert thousands of people caught with small amounts including cocaine and heroin away from the justice system. AAP · Apr 20, 2023
'Ancient' bulloak jewel butterfly gets 'temporary reprieve', but climate change threat still looms The critically endangered bulloak jewel butterfly is only found in pockets of Queensland's Southern Downs. Conservationists who have been working to protect it are delighted by an increase in the population. ABC News · Apr 20, 2023
Queensland moves to protect 'surgeon' title amid cosmetic industry crackdown State Health Minister Yvette D'Ath introduced the legislation in parliament today, which would see practitioners who have not completed advanced formal training prohibited from using the title. ABC News · Apr 20, 2023
Old is new as Qld police attempt to lure back retirees Retired police officers will be able to return to the front lines in Queensland under a program designed to provide relief to the state's stretched service. AAP · Apr 20, 2023
Slater wants Ponga to 'enjoy himself' as Origin looms Queensland coach Billy Slater says it's too early to predict who'll play No.1 in the Origin series opener as he welcomes the return of Newcastle's Kalyn Ponga. AAP · Apr 20, 2023
The Queensland destinations that helped inspire Cub Sport’s new album Cub Sport vocalist Tim Nelson took a break from recording to explore an unforgettable side of his home state The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2023
Queensland grazier planting 10ha tree corridor to improve productivity and environment An ambitious regeneration project will see four central Queensland landholders plant 30 hectares of forest on agricultural land to increase animal habitat and biodiversity. ABC News · Apr 20, 2023
Quacks told to cut it out in cosmetic surgery crackdown Laws covering cosmetic surgery are going under the knife in Queensland as the state looks to crack down on "surgeons" with no recognised medical training. AAP · Apr 20, 2023
Cheers: Queensland uncorks bottler of a recycling idea Queensland is raising a glass to becoming the first to include wine bottles in its 10 cent container deposit scheme. AAP · Apr 20, 2023
Google spreads its Wing drone deliveries in Australia Drones carrying sushi will take off from another Australian launch-pad this week as Google expands its delivery operations in the country. The New Daily · Apr 20, 2023
Wide Bay-Burnett gold discovery promises job prospects, exploration opportunities The discovery of gold and copper in Queensland's Wide Bay-Burnett region has mining industry leaders excited about what it could mean for the state. ABC News · Apr 19, 2023
Man surrenders to police after Queensland siege Queensland Police have revoked an exclusion zone in Logan after arresting a man who was holed up in a home and believed to be armed. The New Daily · Apr 19, 2023
Queensland digital licences rollout in Townsville after delays After delays caused by cybersecurity concerns, the Queensland government is finally rolling out digital licences with a staggered trial approach. ABC News · Apr 19, 2023
Man surrenders to police after Qld siege Queensland Police have revoked an exclusion zone in Logan after arresting a man who was holed up in a home and believed to be armed. AAP · Apr 19, 2023
ABC News · Apr 19, 2023 New Queensland drug laws will keep thousands of people out of justice system, advocates say The new laws mean police will issue a warning for first-time minor drug possession and offer a place in a diversionary program. It's hoped thousands of people will be kept out of jail as a result.
ABC News · Apr 19, 2023 Queensland government taskforce suggests dog owners should see jail time if their animals kill or badly injure someone A special taskforce has been reviewing Queensland's dog laws since 2021 and it held an emergency meeting on Wednesday after a spate of attacks in the state.
ABC News · Apr 19, 2023 Australia has had some biocontrols go awry, but plenty others were successful When biocontrol is done well, it's the most powerful tool we have to control pests. Here are a few times that biocontrol has helped Australia's economy and environment.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 19, 2023 Groups fear landlords may use loophole to bypass Queensland’s new once-a-year rent-rise law QCOSS and other tenant advocacy groups support the new rental measures but urge landlords to do the right thing, saying there is still ‘more work to do’ around housing reform
AAP · Apr 19, 2023 Man strangled fellow inmate in bid for 'notoriety' A mentally ill Queensland prisoner told police he killed his cellmate after watching a Mad Max film prompted him to act on a long-held fantasy.
AAP · Apr 19, 2023 Cowboy Drinkwater demands 'desperation' against Knights North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater says greater "desperation" is the order of the day as the Cowboys' finals hopes hang in the balance.
ABC News · Apr 19, 2023 Queensland government scraps plan to turn Griffith University student accommodation into emergency housing About $2.1 million had been spent before the conversion was abandoned, in what the opposition said was a "chaotic" decision.
AAP · Apr 19, 2023 Voices from the deep support referendum 'yes' campaign Torres Strait Islanders and Far North Queenslanders view the voice to parliament as unfinished business, Indigenous leaders have told a parliamentary inquiry.
AAP · Apr 19, 2023 Spinal unit under microscope amid concerns over care Queensland Health will evaluate the state's spinal injuries unit amid concerns it's struggling with a lack of resources.
ABC News · Apr 19, 2023 Western Queensland graziers reflect on lessons learned from 10 years of intense drought After three consecutive La Niña events that saw widespread rainfall, graziers are now reflecting on the lessons learned from the worst drought in living memory.
AAP · Apr 19, 2023 Uni dorm housing plan ditched in favour of private buys Buying homes on the private market represents better value than converting disused university beds into emergency accommodation, the Queensland government says.