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Australia needs a seventh state so north Queensland gets its fair share

The disparity in services and opportunities north of the tropic of capricorn is shocking. Separation is the only solution

The Guardian - AU

First home buyers 'missing out' on property boom as Qld developers strike out with sunset clauses

A first home buyer who signed an off-the-plan contract 14 months ago is among those at the mercy of a sunset clause enabling developers to cancel contracts, potentially throwing her back to square one in an inflated housing market.

ABC News

Domestic and family violence exacerbated by flood disaster in south-east Queensland communities

Queensland domestic and family violence services warn the south-east flood crisis has prompted a surge in the number of calls for help.

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George Christensen changes the dynamic for an already intense Senate race in Queensland

Analysis: Plenty of high-profile candidates are chasing rightwing votes, but only one will likely get a Senate seat

The Guardian - AU

Better police training isn’t a silver bullet to address Queensland’s domestic violence problem

Analysis: Despite calls for an inquiry into Queensland police culture, some still say training alone will fix the issue

The Guardian - AU

Reds hold out Rebels for Super Rugby win

The Queensland Reds have held on for a 36-32 victory over the Melbourne Rebels in their Super Rugby Pacific match on Good Friday at AAMI Park.

AAP

Doubt cast over incentive scheme for interstate tradies to rebuild flooded-ravaged Queensland homes

Experts in the building industry cast doubt over the government's scheme to lure interstate tradespeople to Queensland so they can help rebuild flood-ravaged homes.

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Coasts prepare for influx of tourists as authorities warn of blitz on the roads and water

With the influx of tourists and boaties to hit Queensland roads and waterways this weekend, authorities warn people to heed caution and expect to be targeted for drink and drug-driving and speeding.

ABC News

Urannah dam business case assumes massive growth in Queensland coalmining

Exclusive: business case for project promised $483m in government funding assumes growth in mining until 2049

The Guardian - AU

NSW rout Reds to reach Super W decider

The NSW Waratahs have earned the chance to win a fifth Super W title in as many years with a 36-0 elimination semi-final win over the Queensland Reds.

AAP

Kellaway centre of attention for Rebels

Melbourne are hoping the shift of Wallabies winger Andrew Kellaway to the centres can spark their attack in their Super Rugby Pacific clash with Queensland.

AAP

Queensland lifts vax, check-in mandates

Unvaccinated Queenslanders can return to many venues after changes to mandates officially came into effect.

AAP

Qld lures tradies for flood recovery

Queensland has launched a campaign to encourage interstate tradies to relocate and help with the southeast flood clean-up.

AAP

Queensland Health woes deepen as ambulances 'bypass' the regional hospital with no doctors

Locals say regional health services in Queensland are going from 'bad to worse' as the state government confirms patients are being diverted hundreds of kilometres from the Biggenden hospital because it has no doctors.

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Four dead after car, truck collide in Qld

Four young female backpackers are dead after a horrific collision between a car and a semi-trailer in southern Queensland.

ABC News

Regional Queensland's 'troubling' healthcare situation a result of bureaucracy, leaders say

Disillusioned residents say they feel the government has "lost the care factor" when it comes to regional Queensland's healthcare crisis. As further cut-backs hit desperate rural communities, government leaders say they plan to improve communication and fill vacant jobs.

The Conversation

State of the states: six politics experts take us on a trip around Australia

Over the next six weeks, Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Labor leader Anthony Albanese will dash around the country, trying to secure as many precious votes as they can.

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Law allowing honey bees to stay in Queensland's national parks set to pass

Beekeepers and farmers are relieved a bill extending honey bee access to national parks is set to pass, but conservationists say they are a "threat to wildlife" and management recommendations do not go far enough.

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Queensland's COVID-19 vaccination mandate has eased. These are the rules that remain in place

The vaccination requirement for some venues has been dropped — but here's what you need to know before thinking now is the time to delete the Check In Qld app.

The Guardian - AU

Early closure of Australia’s largest coal-fired plant could create electricity shortages without grid upgrades

NSW, Victoria and Queensland may face a reduction in reliability if new generation projects don’t progress on schedule, Aemo says

The Guardian - AU

Companies linked to Urannah Dam project donate more than $150,000 to Liberal National party

Detailed business case for Queensland project includes analysis that shows a negative return on investment

Liverpool Echo

'Brave hero' praised for running to help others in 'frenzied knife attack'

An inquest into Thomas Jackson's death happened in Warrington

Liverpool Echo

LFC fan and hero backpacker died trying to save woman from frenzied knife attack

Tom Jackson was stabbed in the head as he tried to save the life of a fellow traveller

ABC News

Four Korean backpackers die in car and truck collision on New England Highway between Warwick and Stanthorpe

Four women from Korea, who had only been in the country for a few weeks, are killed when their car crashes into a semi-trailer on the New England Highway on Queensland's Southern Downs.

The Conversation

Below the Line: Does George Christensen's defection spell a win for One Nation? And are Australian parties 'lazy'? – podcast

George Christensen, the maverick Liberal-National Party member from far north Queensland, dropped the pre-Easter bombshell that he is no longer heading for retirement but joining One Nation. Today, the Below the Line podcast team unpack what this means for the major parties’ prospects in that seat and for the election…

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