Lacie was kind, outgoing and bubbly, but relentless bullying left her thinking “she had no other option”, her father says. Now, in her honour, he is on a mission to attack it head-on in a bid to save others.
North Stradbroke Island’s powerful Indigenous corporation has been issued a warning after a financial audit uncovered a series of accounting discrepancies and incomplete records of monies it got in state government grants.
Police say family feuds are fuelling a “flare up” of violent street brawls in Mount Isa, as new data also reveals the number of offences committed in the city has almost doubled in the past decade.
Motorcyclist deaths are up to 90 per cent more frequent than other motorists on some of Queensland’s most popular tourist drives, with horrifying statistics exposing the worst places for fatal and serious injury crash rates.
In an exclusive interview, Annastacia Palaszczuk shares never-before-told details about her life today, 18 months after she sensationally resigned as Queensland premier.
Planned Ukraine peace talks in Turkey have spiralled into confusion, with Russian and Ukrainian delegates landing in different cities and casting doubt on whether they’ll meet at all.
Premier David Crisafulli is calling on all of us to celebrate Queensland Day more, although he’s stopped short of advocating for it to become a public holiday. But would that sweeten the deal? HAVE YOUR SAY
The Warrego Highway could be closed for days after a truck carrying a wind turbine smashed into a bridge overpassing the major arterial southwest of Brisbane.
A convicted child sexual offender who failed to report repeated contact with a 17-year-old girl while working as a DoorDash driver has walked free from court after being sentenced to parole.
Mark Nawaqanitawase scored a miracle try, some State of Origin bolters passed their final test and some SuperCoach PODs have emerged. Recap a stunning Friday Night Footy with five things we learned.
A Melbourne cake queen says discovering she was finally pregnant was an out of body experience. But her extreme excitement was tinged with doubt.
A study on former NRL and AFL players has prompted a renowned concussion expert to issue this warning about junior sport.
Sexologists say sex toys can be a great way to explore your sexuality. These are five health questions answered.
A dad has shared how a pair of jeans led to a shock diagnosis. This is his message to other men.
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A Queensland teacher who sent explicit messages and images to a former student has been banned from reapplying for registration until 2026 after a tribunal ruling.
Premier David Crisafulli has let fly at Steven Miles, claiming that someone at Labor had taken items, including cutlery, out of 1 William St as the party left office. THIS IS GEORGE ST BEAT
A nine-month-old baby is among at least 115 Palestinians killed in a wave of Israeli strikes on Gaza, as the US voices concern over the worsening humanitarian crisis.
The courtroom fell to a startled silence when Sean Combs’ ex-girlfriend Cassandra Ventura identified the men she claims she was forced to have sex with.
The “Mushroom cook” trial has been about family ties, and the relationship between Erin Patterson and her estranged husband has been littered in the evidence, where money became an issue.
A first of its kind document outlining expectations for parent- teacher communication has officially been made available to the public.
There’s been little to show for the $39.4m taxpayer-funded economic rescue package delivered to North Stradbroke Island, writes Des Houghton, and now there are calls for a fresh inquiry into where the money was spent.
Five Queensland children took their own lives in just the first eight weeks of this year. It is a statistic that is horrifying, and makes it obvious more needs to be done to help our children.
Queenslanders dreaming of a 2025 Euro summer now have a new seat to consider. Take a look on what’s on offer from premium economy to incredible first-class luxuries.
A witness has broken down as she recalled the moments surrounding her former partner being shot after armed men allegedly stormed their home west of Brisbane.
Almost all the weekends in Brisbane this year have been drowned out by rain. SEE THE FIGURES
They’re meant to be our most trusted members of society – but even health practitioners make bad decisions. SEE THE LIST
Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith has vowed to continue his legal battle after the Federal Court threw out his appeal against “spiteful allegations” by Nine newspapers.
Footage has emerged of an out of control street fight with multiple kids involved. SEE THE VIDEO
A resident has described how his house ‘shook’ when a car crashed into parked vehicles on a busy Sunshine Coast road.
Jim Chalmers defended Labor’s plan to increase the concessional tax rate on super earnings over $3m, as the Coalition likened it to a “robin hood style tax on aspiration”.
Australian families have lost thousands of dollars, had their holiday plans dashed and some have been stranded overseas after the collapse of a major travel company. This is what we know.
More jobseekers are listing their salary upfront to avoid lowball offers — but could naming your price cost you the job? See what experts say.
A sophisticated phishing scam impersonating Australia Post is hitting customers with fake delivery alerts — and experts warn it’s increasingly difficult to detect. See if you’re affected.
Up to 20,000 more people will move into three emerging inner-south suburbs after council signed off on a plan dogged by years of bitter fighting.
A 22-year-old woman has been charged over a two-vehicle crash which claimed the life of a 59-year-old man. DETAILS
Riverview’s longest-serving doctor and a beloved figure in Ipswich, Dr Harry Ratnam OAM, has died suddenly at 74, leaving a legacy of care and compassion.
AIC First XV rugby round 2 Team of the Week: See who caught the eye as Padua, St Laurence’s and Ashgrove make their premiership aspirations clear.
New details have emerged in the case against Qld lawyer and sailor, Sean Ryan, who allegedly smuggled a suspected ‘terror plot mastermind’ out of the country. VIDEO
A woman has screamed for help after being confronted by a man who tried to steal her car keys.
Two workers have been rushed to hospital after suffering chemical burns at a Sunshine Coast construction site.
A Qld pilot charged after a fatal plane crash has demanded the court provide him with the ‘experimental’ vehicle he crashed and his personal diary after accusing a prosecutor of tampering with it.
A father-of-five who was expecting to get married within months is fighting for life after a fall from an e-scooter.
Two cities have earned the unenviable title of most expensive to build in, with wildly unproductive construction workers aggravating the problem.
A Queensland inmate, who is currently serving a life sentence for murdering an eight-year-old girl, has written a “depraved” novel fantasising about inflicting violent sexual abuse upon children.
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Australia’s new Environment Minister Murray Watt has revealed what his priorities are as he vows to be transparent — even with “controversial decisions” that not everyone will like.
A former Melbourne couple are facing deportation after serving seven months in jail over a brothel scandal on the island.
A lawyer for Sean “Diddy” Combs has claimed that the alleged sexual assault of former girlfriend Cassie Ventura by the disgraced mogul could be linked to his bipolar disorder. Warning: Graphic.
Representatives for Justin Bieber have addressed speculation that the pop superstar may have been an alleged victim of the disgraced music mogul. Warning: Graphic.
A new global survey has lifted the lid on what Aussies really get up to on work trips – and what it could cost them.
The owners of a heritage-listed, 120-year-old pub have kicked off an extensive but gentle makeover.
A Sydney construction company has been ordered to pay a $180,000 fine, after a worker suffered horrific burns in an oil tank explosion at a council depot.
Cedar Woods’ first apartment collection, Vera, has hit the market in Wooloowin, following the successful sellout of two townhouse releases.
Twin mega deals have ignited the Gold Coast’s prestige market, with local buyers spending more than $30m across two landmark sites.
Struggling Aussie homeowners and buyers are set to see ‘tangible relief’ with 88pc of experts backing RBA to slash interest rates.
Get into the market now before home prices surge again on the back of a series of predicted rate cuts, writes Andrew Winter.
The surprising true feelings of Diddy’s teenage daughter’s has been revealed as shocking evidence continues to play out in court.
The iconic US singer shook off all punk rock stereotypes when he shocked crowds in Sydney.
Pamela Anderson’s ex-husband has split with his wife amid claims that he refused to get sober to help repair their marriage.
With crazy action and mad stunts, Tom Cruise’s super-spy Ethan Hunt is back for one more impossible mission to make sure the beloved franchise ends with a bang.
The NRL has come down hard on two trainers at the centre of a ball-watering drama, handing out suspensions and fines in a bid to be a deterrent for repeat offences.
Punters have warmed to Benedetta in Doomben 10,000 betting and they will be glad to hear trainer Jason Warren has no qualms about his mares chances if the track happens to be heavy.
Jaxon Purdue is the Cowboys young gun that has taken the NRL by storm and is now being talked about as a Queensland Origin bolter. But not long ago, the Mackay product was making the fortnightly 800km round trip to see his idols play.
Australian rules legend Robert Walls was able to achieve one emotional final victory before his death.
One of the biggest deals in rugby league history was negotiated and signed without an agent. Just a superstar, his dad and officials from the club he now calls home, writes BRENT READ.
Former NBL club owners could join the Phoenix and potentially other current clubs in the legal fight for greater transparency against the league as the case officially started.
After 17 years of wearing her heart on her sleeve in the Maroons jersey, Queensland pioneer and NRLW trailblazer Ali Brigginshaw fears this series could be the last time she pulls on a Queensland jersey.
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An ongoing feud has led to one man’s part in a bumbling act of vigilante justice.
Police are investigating multiple robberies in Brisbane’s south including an armed robbery at a service station.
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Dan Slater’s marriage is going strong. Sadly, the same can’t be said for his ring.
Grace Abrams fans flocked to the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on Wednesday night as she brought The Secret of Us tour to Queensland.
Thousands of footy fans have had the weekend of a lifetime at Brisbane’s Magic Round. SEE THE PHOTOS
One state’s move to snatch cash from Aussie motorists has been slammed ahead of plans to drastically expand the program.
This all-new SUV competes with a host of models from China, which offer frustrating features that can grow tiresome, but this is a different kind of machine.
Travellers have spotted a glaring difference at this McDonald’s found in a slightly controversial destination.
A map is sparking mirth all around the world as it reveals a hilarious difference in how northern and southern Europeans think about sex.
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