Human rights commissioner slams new youth crime laws The Queensland government has been accused of "plumbing the depths" by pushing through laws that will ensure children face harsher penalties for serious crimes. AAP · Nov 27, 2024
Victoria top of the Shield after skittling Queensland Queensland have slumped to a 90-run defeat to Victoria in the Sheffield Shield, after a number of inexplicable final-day dismissals. AAP · Nov 27, 2024
Infant dies amid worst Queensland whooping cough epidemic on record Queensland Health confirms child’s death from highly contagious infection as vaccination rates plummet and cases spike across Australia The Guardian - AU · Nov 27, 2024
Who can access abortion in Australia? Abortion is legal in all Australian states and territories. Women, trans men and gender diverse people with a uterus have the option of taking medication to end a pregnancy, or undergoing surgery. The Conversation · Nov 26, 2024
Kellaway ton puts Vics in the box seat against Bulls Queensland have slumped to 3-58 chasing 329 for victory in their day-night Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria. AAP · Nov 26, 2024
Toddler believed to have been left alone in car for hours before death, Queensland police say Detectives investigate death of two-year-old girl in Innisfail, where temperatures peaked above 30C on Monday The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2024
Historic day as MPs sworn into fresh parliament It was a bittersweet day for Labor MPs sitting on the opposite side of the chamber as the Liberal National Party takes power for the first time in nine years. AAP · Nov 25, 2024
Harris makes runs as Victoria fight back against Bulls Victoria opener Marcus Harris wants his Test spot back, and his unbeaten 50 in the second innings against Queensland is another step in the right direction. AAP · Nov 25, 2024
Queensland Police Investigating Death Of Child Found Unresponsive In Car On 30° Day A child's death is under the investigation of Queensland Police, after it was found unresponsive in a car on a hot day in the state's north. Pedestrian.tv · Nov 25, 2024
Child dies after being found unresponsive in a vehicle in north Queensland Police are investigating after the child died in Innisfail on Monday The Guardian - AU · Nov 25, 2024
Fire ant rafts could float down Queensland river after recent heavy rains, expert warns Growing infestations along the Logan river pose ‘very high risk’ of spreading downstream, Invasive Species Council says The Guardian - AU · Nov 25, 2024
'Emergency measures' needed to suppress fire ant sting A race is on to stop the potential nationwide spread of devastating fire ants as fears increase ahead of summer. AAP · Nov 25, 2024
Blackout risk warning as scorching temperatures forecast for parts of NSW Power supplies will become tight in New South Wales and Queensland this week, with parts of western Sydney tipped to approach 40C The Guardian - AU · Nov 25, 2024
Kat in the hat scores half-century as a politician A stalwart of federal parliament and one of its most well-known figures, Bob Katter has marked a half-century in public office. AAP · Nov 25, 2024
The Guardian - AU · Nov 24, 2024 If David Crisafulli wants ‘generational government’, the LNP can’t afford to wage ideological warfare New Queensland premier must tread carefully to avoid culture wars that plagued party’s government
AAP · Nov 24, 2024 Harris fails but Vics fight against Bulls in Shield Queensland legspinner Mitch Swepson took four wickets before a Victorian fightback on the opening day of the Sheffield Shield match at The Gabba.
AAP · Nov 22, 2024 Truth-telling subs re-open as inquiry waits for clarity Queensland's truth-telling and healing inquiry will re-open submissions despite the state government's vow to abolish the process.
AAP · Nov 21, 2024 Mayor asked to be stood down with full pay Embattled Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson asked the state government to be stood down while still receiving his $225,000 salary.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2024 Queensland First Nations group lodges racial discrimination complaint against Adani Coalminer rejects allegations that press releases and social media posts implied members of the group were not ‘legitimate’ Aboriginal people with a connection to sacred site
AAP · Nov 21, 2024 Knights let star NRLW No.1 go for personal reasons Newcastle have released the NRLW's best player from the final three years of her contract, allowing the star No.1 to return to Queensland for personal reasons.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2024 Weekend heatwave forecast for NSW and Victoria, with temperatures to top 36C in Melbourne Extreme heat expected to hit much of South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania and inland NSW as central Queensland braces for flooding
AAP · Nov 20, 2024 Town struck by flash flooding after sudden deluge A regional Queensland town has been struck by flash flooding after nearly 100mm of rain came down in an hour, testing local drains.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 20, 2024 Heatwave forecast for south-eastern Australia triggers energy supply and fire danger warnings Coming hot weather prompts Australian Energy Market Operator to predict shortfall in electricity supplies for NSW and Queensland
AAP · Nov 19, 2024 Car found after gran's mysterious disappearance, death A car belonging to a Queensland grandmother has been found by police after she was inexplicably found dead hundreds of kilometres from her hometown.
AAP · Nov 19, 2024 Labuschagne thrilled by arrival of old friend McSweeney Marnus Labuschagne gets goosebumps thinking about Nathan McSweeney's journey to become Australia's 467th men's Test player.