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Heat still on opposition despite abortion law backtrack

A crossbencher has backtracked on abortion law changes before the Queensland election but the premier is maintaining pressure on the opposition over the issue.

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Labor, LNP 'broken', minor parties look to gain ground

Queensland's crossbench is tipped to expand on October 26 as support for minor parties across the state grows while Labor and the LNP fight to retain seats.

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LNP is set for an easy win in Queensland, but its first term may pose a much greater challenge

It’s long been assumed the Queensland election of October 26 – to elect the state’s 58th (and second fixed, four-year) parliament – would be a tough ask for a tired-looking Labor government seeking a rare fourth term.

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Abortion debate erupts again after 'secret recording'

A colourful Queensland election campaign has taken another twist with allegations a "secret recording" reveals the opposition's intentions on abortion laws.

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South Australia’s upper house narrowly rejects ‘Trumpian’ bill to wind back abortion care

Legislation to force women seeking a later termination to be induced, deliver the baby alive, and keep it or adopt it out, defeated by 10 votes to nine

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Afternoon Update: PM’s $4.3m purchase sparks backlash; legendary journalist Negus dies; and a record-breaking HSC

Anthony Albanese is facing heat from rival politicians and pundits alike over his new clifftop property

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Greens accuse Queensland Labor of ‘pure hypocrisy’ on abortion after Katter party election preferences

ALP how to vote cards in northern electorates put LNP last despite Robbie Katter’s vow to attempt wind back of termination laws

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Abortion wasn’t on the Queensland election agenda. So why is it now a threat to the LNP campaign?

Two weeks ago, suggestions David Crisafulli’s opposition had a ‘secret plan’ to limit abortion rights were dismissed as just a scare campaign. Now, not so much

The Guardian - AU

Pressure mounts on man tipped to lead Sunshine State

His party is well ahead in the polls but Queensland's likely-next premier is facing growing calls to clarify his stance on divisive social issues.

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David Crisafulli faces questions about LNP’s transgender plans after party official’s email revealed

Exclusive: Opposition is refusing to comment on message to members on Queensland election eve promoting ban on puberty blockers for minors

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'Handmaid's Tale': abortion law repeal call slammed

The heat is on Queensland's opposition leader as a conservative crossbench vows to challenge abortion laws in the likely event of a change in government.

AAP

Crisafulli wedged on abortion as Katter party flags vote to criminalise terminations

Exclusive: Robbie Katter says he will immediately sponsor a bill to amend the current legislation if the LNP is elected this month

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LNP leader will sack himself if crime doesn't drop

David Crisafulli has indicated he will step down as premier if elected at the Queensland election should crime numbers not fall under a LNP government.

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'Technicality' bites controversial croc control laws

A bill that would have allowed crocodiles to be removed from popular waterways and encourage financial gain from hunting and egg harvesting has been shut down.

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Two MPs found in contempt over pro-Palestine protest

Two Katter's Australian Party MPs have been found in contempt over their actions during a pro-Palestine protest outside Queensland parliament.

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Don't shoot, I'm your local Katter party candidate

A Queensland political candidate says he would be dead today if one of his party's proposed laws had been enacted when he was younger.

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Calls for federal carbon capture ban after Qld decision

Queensland's decision to ban carbon capture and storage projects in the Great Artesian Basin has sparked calls for the federal government to follow suit.

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North Queensland state is 'gonna happen': Katter vows

Katter's Australian Party has moved a motion in parliament to split Queensland and form a new jurisdiction in the north, reigniting a long running debate.

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Dress-up party says price to pay if cash no longer king

Standing defiant in fake fur robes, holding toy swords and with plastic crowns on their heads, a political party declares war on a cashless society.

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MPs clash with pro-Palestinian protesters over Gaza war

Queensland MPs have clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters outside parliament during a rally against the Gaza conflict.

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Severe weather warning for border as ex-Kirrily lingers

Flood-hit Queensland regions are bracing for another drenching from ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily amid calls for more resilient infrastructure.

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Gillnet fishing ban to protect Great Barrier Reef

Hundreds of fishers will be compensated after the Queensland government moved to phase out gillnet fishing on the Great Barrier Reef by 2027.

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Scrap blue cards for First Nations kinship carers, Queensland family and child commissioner says

Damning report finds state’s blue card screening system creates unnecessary barriers to placing children with their families

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Voters face year-long Queensland election campaign

The state election is more than a year away but Queensland is in campaign mode as the government and opposition launch their pitches to voters.

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Outback businesses 'suffering' after string of outages as Mount Isa residents call for accountability

Renee Johnstone's Saturday trade usually covers her cafe's grocery bill for the following week. She and other business owners are fed up with what they say is a lack of accountability from energy providers.

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