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Grassfire near Mount Isa halts zinc mine production, hundreds of underground staff evacuated

Hundreds of underground workers are evacuated from a north-west Queensland zinc mine as authorities battle a 4km-long grassfire that has been raging for three days.

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Former Queensland Treasurer among 11 sued by ASIC over Star casino allegations

Eleven directors face allegations from ASIC of breaches of their duties of section 180 of the Corporations Act.

The New Daily

Queensland's forensic DNA lab inquiry finds 'serious' failures reduced prospect of conviction, thousands of samples may be retested

A report into forensic DNA testing in Queensland finds serious failures at a state-run lab, including "mismanagement" and "dishonesty by senior managers".

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Qld shooting link to conspiracy forums

Two brothers and a woman who allegedly shot dead two Queensland police and their neighbour have been linked to posts on conspiracy theory websites and forums.

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6 dead, including 2 police, in Queensland shooting. How dangerous is policing in Australia?

On Monday night, two police officers, Constable Rachel McCrow, 29, and Constable Matthew Arnold, 26, were shot and killed, and two other officers were injured, after being ambushed by offenders at a remote property in Wieambilla, in Queensland’s Western Downs. A civilian was also shot and killed. Specialist police then…

The Conversation

Queensland police were searching for missing school principal Nathaniel Train when Wieambilla shooting occurred

Six people were killed on Monday night, including two uniformed police officers allegedly ambushed on a remote property

The Guardian - AU

Qld Shooters Identified As Former School Principal And Brother Who Frequented Conspiracy Websites

Six people including two Queensland police officers and a member of the public were shot dead during a siege in Queensland's Wieambilla.

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Rare gunfight kills six, including two police officers, in rural Australia

Six people, including two police officers, were killed in a gunfight at a remote property in Australia's Queensland state, authorities said on Tuesday, after police visited a home there to investigate a missing person report.

Reuters

PM addresses nation after police shooting

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it is a devastating day for all Australians as he pays tribute to two police officers killed in regional Queensland.

AAP

Queensland reopening its borders 'seems like a lifetime ago'. How has the state fared with COVID since?

A lot has changed in 12 months. Queensland is in the middle of a fourth wave as COVID-19 becomes part of everyday life, but virologists warn against complacency.

ABC News

The inquiry into Queensland's forensic DNA lab hands its findings to government today. Here's what we learned

An inquiry into Queensland's forensic DNA lab hands its findings to government today, after months of public hearings that revealed a "toxic" workplace, "divided allegiances" and "complete failure" of responsibility.

ABC News

PM pays tribute to police killed in shooting – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: two police among six dead in Queensland ambush and siege, poll reveals hopes for 2023

In today’s newsletter: commissioner pays tribute to officers shot dead at remote property; Guardian Essential poll finds room for optimism

The Guardian - AU

Researchers discover 'true giant wombat' megafauna species fossil in central Queensland

Researchers discover "true giant wombats" weighing up to 130 kilograms that lived in central Queensland about 80,000 years ago.

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Six dead after Queensland police ambush

Police have shot dead three people at a remote property on Queensland's Darling Downs after an ambush in which two officers and a bystander were killed.

AAP

Thousands of Qld crimes need reviewing

An inquiry has recommended Queensland's embattled forensics lab be restructured and thousands of crimes reviewed due to "grave maladministration".

Daily Mirror

Queensland shooting: Three killed including 2 police officers with gunmen on the loose

Two police officers were killed in the line of duty while responding to an incident in Queensland, Australia and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has offered his condolences

The Guardian - AU

Six people killed at Queensland property, including two police officers ambushed by shooters

Tactical police shoot dead three suspects after the ‘ruthless, targeted execution’ of two officers and a member of the public

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Three dead in rural Queensland ambush

Three people including two police officers are dead after a shooting in rural Queensland.

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Two Queensland police officers, member of public and three alleged offenders shot dead at Wieambilla, west of Brisbane

A crime scene has been declared after six people, including two police officers, were shot dead during a siege at a property in Queensland's Western Downs.

AAP

Qld offers thousands of free TAFE courses

Thousands of Queenslanders will soon be able to complete aged care, health, hospitality, construction, farming and manufacturing courses for free.

ABC News

James Mason found guilty of the murder of Alexis Parkes after torching girlfriend's home and leaving her to die

Queensland man James Mason, who torched his girlfriend's home while she was inside, is found guilty of her murder after a jury took less than a day to reach a unanimous verdict.

ABC News

Business leaders celebrate as Rockhampton Ring Road construction date set for 2023

After rallying for weeks, Queensland business leaders are celebrating a win in their fight to get construction started on a major new ring road.

ABC News

The Ville casino resort in Townsville charged with breaking Queensland casino laws

Queensland's gambling regulator lays charges after a months-long investigation into allegations of "unapproved agreements" at the luxury venue.

ABC News

With Josh Hazlewood out for the first Test against South Africa, will Michael Neser, Scott Boland or Lance Morris get the nod at the Gabba?

With Josh Hazlewood to miss the first Test against South Africa at the Gabba, Australia selectors have a choice to make regarding who keeps their spot in the team and who gets dropped for the returning Pat Cummins.

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