The Latest Breaking News from Queensland

First near-complete sauropod dinosaur skull found in Australia hints at ancient links between continents

In May and June of 2018, Australia’s first near-complete skull of a sauropod – a group of long-tailed, long-necked, small-headed dinosaurs – was found on a sheep station northwest of Winton in Queensland.

The Conversation · Apr 11, 2023

Almost-complete skull of Diamantinasaurus dinosaur discovered in western Queensland reveals ancient secrets

The nearly complete skull of a 95-million-year-old sauropod dinosaur named "Ann" found in western Queensland has unearthed new insights into how the massive creature lived.

ABC News · Apr 11, 2023

Dinosaur skull found in Queensland belonged to sauropod that roamed almost 100m years ago

Fossil from fourth-ever discovered specimen of a titanosaur may reinforce theory that dinosaurs travelled between South America and Australia

The Guardian - AU · Apr 11, 2023

Gunman on the run may have help to stay hidden: police

An accused drug trafficker allegedly involved in several violent incidents is still on the run as Queensland Police follow leads and check reported sightings.

AAP · Apr 11, 2023

Queensland backbencher faces parliamentary probe

A Queensland Labor backbencher is under parliamentary investigation over allegations of misusing taxpayer funds.

AAP · Apr 11, 2023

Six-year-old girl in serious condition following dog attack south of Brisbane

Two dogs seized by council from a Woodridge property after the child sustained significant abdominal, chest and shoulder injuries

The Guardian - AU · Apr 11, 2023

New stop and search powers uncover knives at train stop

Three of the six knives found during a Queensland Police operation over the Easter weekend were detected at public transport stops in Brisbane and Townsville.

AAP · Apr 11, 2023

Child developmental services do a world of good for kids like Willow, but first they have to overcome long waitlists

The three-year-old boy living with hypotonic cerebral palsy has secured a rare spot at a multidisciplinary therapy centre. Professionals say more kids like him need the opportunity.

ABC News · Apr 11, 2023

Queensland reviews online sales and delivery of alcohol

The Queensland government is considering a new regulatory framework for online alcohol sales and deliveries and is seeking input from the liquor industry.

AAP · Apr 11, 2023

Gina Rinehart sells four more S. Kidman & Co. cattle stations in Queensland, NT

The Gina Rinehart-owned S. Kidman & Co. has sold four of its stations spanning 2.4 million hectares in Queensland and the Northern Territory.

ABC News · Apr 10, 2023