The Latest Breaking News from Queensland

Martin to test Munster's Origin mettle

Queensland five-eighth Cameron Munster knows his patience will be tested by Blues enforcer Liam Martin, who he expects will target him physically.

AAP · Jun 22, 2022

Japanese encephalitis detected in feral pigs on Cape York in far north Queensland

Health authorities say the risk of humans contracting the disease is low despite animals carrying the virus on Cape York.

ABC News · Jun 22, 2022

Avocado oversupply prompts calls for Australians to stock up while they're cheap

Would you eat 6kg of avocados in a year? Industry body Avocados Australia says now is the time to take advantage of low prices — and help ease an oversupply.

ABC News · Jun 21, 2022

Panicked Blues pose threat to Maroons

NSW's Penrith combinations pose a threat to Queensland's hopes of wrapping up the Origin series with a game to spare, according to Maroons great Billy Moore.

AAP · Jun 21, 2022

Queensland budget invests in national parks but ‘does nothing’ for climate crisis, critics say

Conservationists celebrate $200m fund for expanding national park land but concerns remain over lack of spending on renewables and emissions reduction

The Guardian - AU · Jun 21, 2022

Coal royalty increase in Queensland state budget blasted by mining industry, resources council

The Queensland government's revamp of how resource royalties are collected draws heavy criticism from the mining industry, but an academic believes it capitalises on coal prices while they are spiking and will not lead to anyone going "out of business".

ABC News · Jun 21, 2022

Firebirds coach quits Super netball role

Queensland Firebirds coach Megan Anderson has resigned from her position after the team failed to reach the Super Netball finals in her two years in the role.

AAP · Jun 21, 2022

Ringside seat gives Koroisau clear vision

Api Koroisau will come into the NSW side for Origin II with the aim of disrupting Queensland's dominance at the ruck.

AAP · Jun 21, 2022

Pet crocodiles shot by owner in North Queensland after being denied renewal permit

A North Queensland man who shot two pet saltwater crocodiles and then delivered the carcasses to government offices says he felt he had no other choice after being denied a permit to continue keeping the animals. WARNING: This article contains graphic images.

ABC News · Jun 21, 2022

Queensland state budget 2022: modest coal royalty hike delivers little towards energy transition

Analysis: The first lift in coal royalties in 10 years will only provide a fraction of the windfall caused by high fossil fuel prices

The Guardian - AU · Jun 21, 2022