The Latest Breaking News from Queensland

With another La Niña under way, experts warn Australia’s east coast remains at high risk

If the latest event brings flooding, it will be the fourth NSW summer in a row marked by natural disaster; in Queensland, the fifth

The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2022

DCE ready for No.7 battle with Cleary

The halfback spot in Australia's Rugby League World Cup side is up for grabs, which is why Maroons skipper Daly Cherry-Evans wants to shine for the PM's XIII.

AAP · Sep 24, 2022

Granite Belt fruit growers are reducing waste by making non-alcoholic vinegar drinks

Locally grown fruit blended with vinegar is taking off as an alternative to alcohol and providing an extra source of income for producers in Queensland's Granite Belt region.

ABC News · Sep 24, 2022

Bees swarm as warm and wet weather descends across Queensland

Swarms of European honey bees are taking over trees, outdoor patios, children's play equipment and letterboxes as they migrate for spring in wetter, warmer weather.

ABC News · Sep 23, 2022

Qld minister in the dark about DNA change

Queensland's deputy premier says he was unaware the state's DNA testing processes were changing in 2018, when he was serving as health minister.

AAP · Sep 23, 2022

'No body, no parole' laws could be disastrous for the wrongfully convicted

The New South Wales government is set to introduce new “no body, no parole” laws, which will deny parole for homicide offenders who refuse to provide information or assistance to locate their victim’s remains.

The Conversation · Sep 23, 2022

Granny flats allowed to hit the tight rental market to help Queensland's housing crisis

Home owners who have granny flats will be allowed to rent them out over the next three years under emergency planning changes to alleviate the housing crisis.

ABC News · Sep 22, 2022

NSW towns 'on edge' amid 30 flood warnings

Flood warnings have been issued for river catchments across NSW and southern Queensland as a storm system leaves damaged crops and ruined roads in its wake.

AAP · Sep 22, 2022

What does Origin Energy backing out of gas exploration mean for the Channel Country?

Traditional owners, graziers and lobby groups say the gas company's decision to review plans in Queensland's Channel Country should be a "wake-up call" to governments.

ABC News · Sep 22, 2022

Severe weather hits south-east Queensland, more than 200mm of rain dumped on Gold Coast hinterland in three hours

Severe storms cells have hit parts of south-east Queensland, with 222mm falling in three hours at Upper Springbrook. More storms rolled through at dawn, brought on by a deepening low-pressure system offshore.

ABC News · Sep 22, 2022