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25-year-old wins 116-year-old cottage after handwritten letter beats $60K bid

In a property market where a higher offer can seem impossible to beat, Karli Bryant discovered that sometimes a house is worth more than its price tag. The 25-year-old had little reason to believe she would win the century-old cottage she had fallen for in Malanda, Queensland. Another buyer was…

The Times of India · Sep 18

'Arrogant' premier lashed over 2032 rowing venue call

A state government has come under fire for its handling of an Olympic rowing venue announcement, with critics adamant it is not locked in just yet.

AAP · Sep 18

Where forest weddings help restore 120 acres of habitat

Discover the enchanting Bower Estate, a hidden gem located in Queensland's hinterland, perfect for a forest wedding. Here, couples can tie the knot enveloped by the stunning natural landscape, with the added benefit of supporting crucial environmental initiatives like bush regeneration. Visitors enjoy unique eco-tours and fresh local cuisine, ensuring…

The Times of India · Sep 17

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Matt Canavan on why One Nation is ‘not really compatible’ as a Coalition partner

With less than two years to go before the next federal election, Nationals leader Matt Canavan knows his time in Parliament could be running out, with polling showing his Senate seat representing Queensland may be under threat.

The Conversation · Sep 17

Be croc-wise: river snapped up as Olympics rowing site

A crocodile habitat has been approved as the Brisbane 2032 Olympics rowing host venue but an expert says the reptiles should not trouble competitors.

AAP · Sep 17

Anthropic lands deal in $31bn datacentre in western Queensland, David Crisafulli says

Premier describes deal as ‘major win’ that will deliver more jobs for the state and put more energy into its grid

The Guardian - AU · Sep 16

'Arrogance': town faces uncertain future under new bill

A remote township looks set to face an uncertain future after the introduction of a controversial bill which also curtails rights to object to mining proposals.

AAP · Sep 16

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Annual $400m debt bomb warning after credit downgrade

With the clock ticking on Olympics infrastructure, one state government has been warned of the likely cost of a rare credit rating downgrade.

AAP · Sep 16

Queenslanders’ rights to oppose mining projects ‘gutted’ by new laws, activists say

As minister says process needs to be ‘streamlined’, Greens and Lock the Gate say the legislation is ‘corrupt’ and tears up environmental protections

The Guardian - AU · Sep 15

'Copycat' knife-search powers to spread after election

Victorians will be "wanded" for knives anywhere in public at the discretion of police after the major parties aligned on laws pioneered by Queensland.

AAP · Sep 15

Surprise downfall for rich state atop economic rankings

Queensland has emerged at the top of CommBank's revamped State of the States report, despite the state's government copping a downgrade to its credit rating.

AAP · Sep 15

Queensland homeless man shot with Taser after being given move-on order to make way for kite festival

Advocate says homeless clearances should be halted after man is hospitalised during confrontation in Brisbane park

The Guardian - AU · Sep 14

Australian ecologist, 29, dies after falling from popular cliff on island near Bali

Brianna Cronin, 29, an ecologist from Queensland, was found stranded on the side of a cliff at Kelingking Beach

The Independent UK · Sep 14

Top cop 'Golly' honoured at emotional funeral service

Former Queensland police commissioner Steve Gollschewski has been remembered for his ethics and commitment to serve his state at an emotional funeral service.

AAP · Sep 14

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International Business Times UK · Sep 13

Australian Tourist Fell to Her Death From Kelingking Beach Cliff at One of Bali's Most Popular Tourist Sites

Queensland woman Brianna Cronin, 29, died after falling from the Kelingking Beach cliff on Indonesia's Nusa Penida. Emergency crews recovered her body after high tides prevented evacuation by sea.

The Conversation · Sep 13

Alice Duncan-Kemp was an empathetic observer of Mithaka culture, but her legacy is complicated

Alice’s dreaming is centrally about the childhood, memories and writings of Alice Duncan-Kemp (1901-1988), who grew up on a pastoral property named Mooraberrie in the first decades of the 20th century.

AAP · Sep 13

Youth crime crackdown slammed for ignoring root causes

Harsher punishments for youth offenders have been labelled a regressive race to the bottom as leaders in one state compete to be toughest on crime.

AAP · Sep 11

Credit downgrade heaps pressure onto Queensland budget

On the same day as the Queensland treasurer lost his state's AA+ credit rating, his NSW neighbours received an upgrade to their outlook.

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The Independent UK · Sep 10

Olympic hosts defy 'naysayers' on 2032 Games rowing in Rockhampton

Australian organizers are determined to hold the Olympic rowing regatta in Rockhampton's Fitzroy River for the 2032 Brisbane Games

AAP · Sep 10

Boats seized, mud crabs freed in seafood sting

Fisheries engaged in black-market seafood operations have been put on notice after a raft of prosecutions.

AAP · Sep 9

Police suspected Ivan Milat of murders as early as 1971

Serial killer Ivan Milat was suspected by police of being behind 16 unsolved murders from as early as 1971, a government letter reveals.

Medical Daily · Sep 9

'Sailor's Disease' Still Exists: Six-Year-Old Boy Dies After Severe Vitamin C Deficiency Despite Longstanding Diet Concerns

A six-year-old Queensland boy died after severe vitamin C deficiency and scurvy, a disease once known as "sailor's disease."

The Conversation · Sep 9

One Nation surges in two polls taken after Secret Harbour byelection

The federal YouGov and Morgan polls are the first that were entirely taken after One Nation thumped Labor at the August 29 Western Australian state Secret Harbour byelection.

AAP · Sep 8

Old Cowboy gives Cotter biggest win at NRL judiciary

A former North Queensland under-20s player has had his greatest moment for the club, acting as Reuben Cotter's lawyer to clear the lock to play in the finals.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 8

Mother flagged faulty smoke alarms before house fire that killed father and five children, court hears

Pre-inquest conference into Queensland deaths hears witnesses did not hear any smoke alarms during 2023 fire

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