The state government is facing a cascade of cost blowouts worth a staggering $45bn across major infrastructure projects and services ahead of the unveiling of its first budget, including a new $638m health funding hole, it can be revealed.
Footage has emerged of a bus driver being attacked on public transport in Brisbane, as the city’s Lord mayor slammed the unacceptable incident.
Jonty Bush was white hot with anger and “full of rage”. She was outside the home of the man acquitted of killing her father. What she did next would alter the Labor MP’s life forever.
They’re one of the most celebrated pastries in the world, and no continental breakfast is complete without one, so where do you find South East Queensland’s best croissants? Here are our five top picks.
A leaked letter written by the army’s second in command has warned soldiers need to adapt to meet Australia’s “changing situation”.
Move over avo on toast, there’s a buffet of new fashionable foods draining our wallets as Aussies swap house deposits for eating out. These are the biggest food trends in Queensland right now.
Donald Trump said Iran had a “maximum” of two weeks to avoid US airstrikes as Tehran said it was “ready to consider diplomacy” but attacks between Israel and Iran continued. Follow the updates.
Sasha Fierce is the alter ego of which US singer? Samoa is in which ocean? Test your trivia knowledge with The Sunday Quiz.
It’s the impact of the Bruce Lehrmann case that no one is talking about, where women will not report being raped because they might “become a Brittany”, and it must be addressed, writes Madonna King.
A Gold Coast influencer and reality TV star has sparked fierce debate after revealing how much she spent on her appearance. WE’VE GOT THE SCOOP
NSW Liberal MP Matt Cross had just begun 24 weeks of chemotherapy against Stage 4 bowel cancer when his wife dropped a bombshell – she was pregnant.
From the ‘burbs to the bush there is a generation of mums who are struggling to find the right balance between work, kids and looking after their ageing parents.
Business woman Brooke Brown woke up with a “deformed” face most mornings, little did she know she was living with a sinister disease.
Priya was six weeks old when she died. Her mother was grieving when she received a text from her employer cancelling her pre-approved maternity leave.
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Whales aren’t the only ones migrating to the Sunshine State this winter, with new data showing Queensland destinations occupy all top eight places on the website’s national list.
Brisbane’s new bus network will go live on June 30, bringing a raft of changes – and benefits – for commuters.
New Delhi’s civil aviation regulator has ordered Air India to remove three officials from their roles over “systemic failures”, as the carrier comes under scrutiny after the deadly crash.
Call it psychological scar tissue, but Reece Walsh had reason to fear the worst when his knee ‘popped’ during a recent training session. The star Bronco reveals what went wrong – and how it played on his mind.
The Dolphins’ win streak came to an end at the hands of the Knights, a loss which came at a further cost with star winger Jack Bostock suffering a suspected ACL injury.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was left with life threatening injuries after being struck by a car at Gunalda.
This budget is a chance for the Crisafulli government to draw a line in the sand and focus on fiscal responsibility and setting up this state for a future we can all be proud of. And that is now in the LNP government’s hands – not the Labor opposition’s.
Iran must be stopped, and that’s why Israel is doing the world’s work and why Trump should not chicken out of doing what only the United States can, writes Peta Credlin.
Premier David Crisafulli has lashed out at the CFMEU over two days of protests in inner-Brisbane this week, including the ugly abuse of a number of female journalists.
A fourth victim from the attack in a Bali villa that left Australian Zivan Radmanovic dead has been identified as the partner of Sanar Ghanim, who was also injured in the raid.
Cameron Dick has debuted a new segment of GSB where we allow politicians to discuss their rivals with the cameras rolling – welcome to Whinging and Whining with Taylah Fellows. WATCH THE VIDEO
Being nominated for a Gold Logie has given veteran ABC journalist and presenter Lisa Millar the chance to raise a middle finger to online trolls.
A retired Queensland couple whose $125,000 imported heavy-duty ute had a “hidden defect” since new have won a fight to have it repaired by the dealer after it broke down ten days after the warranty expired.
Premier David Crisafulli has been slammed as hypocritical by the Shadow Treasurer for spending a reported $650,000 of taxpayers’ money.
Selwyn Cobbo flew to Sydney for preliminary talks earlier this month in the strongest sign yet that the powerhouse back is on the verge of quitting the Broncos. See which clubs are interested.
Most Australians are refusing to apply for roles that don’t include a salary range — sparking fresh calls to make pay transparency a legal requirement.
Chris Bowen has described his new electricity pricing rules as “vital reform”, but experts disagree and say homeowners should not expect to see their power bills decrease.
Major changes are set to roll out across Australia from July 1, including wage hikes, new parental leave and tougher road rules. See how it will affect you.
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Labor’s leader in Brisbane City Council, Jared Cassidy, has kicked a spectacular own goal after denying, then admitting, that he had invited protesters to the Lord Mayor’s post-budget speech.
A man is in a critical condition after he was struck by a vehicle on a suburban street north of Brisbane.
The Colts 1 club rugby coaches have peered over the back fence to reveal which opposition player they rate as dangermen. See who the red alert players of every team are here ahead of round 12.
Langer Reserves Best and Fairest from round three can be revealed as Keebra Park SHS flex its premiership muscle with a rampaging victory.
Tracking tech is playing a role in these high-profile police probes and speeding up emergency response, but an expert warns it’s not without risk. SPECIAL REPORT.
Five people, including a toddler have been injured in three separate crashes in North Qld.
After three decades with the Queensland Police Service, this retiring detective sergeant has reflected on his career highlights, the unsolved cases that stay with him and what made him first swap his tradie tools for a badge.
A missing Bundaberg man has been found safe and well.
A Courier-Mail investigation can reveal the locations and names of more than 360 shops caught selling illegal tobacco in the past year. SEE THE MAP
Brisbane’s Olympics tsar outlines why the city must nail 2032, saying that unlike other cities, Brisbane needs the games to ‘announce’ itself, and why criticism of a Victoria Park stadium site is nonsense.
A graduate from Brisbane’s prestigious Anglican Church Grammar School has been jailed for using his estranged wife’s credit card nearly 70 times on Bunnings purchases.
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A young woman was brutally murdered 24 years ago — her body dumped in a bush and set on fire. Her killer has never been found. These are the haunting details that keep those close to the case up at night. Listen to the podcast.
Indonesian police have returned to the scene of the crime where Aussie father Zivan Radmanovic was murdered and another man injured in Bali.
A top Iranian official has said it would be “very unfortunate” if the US becomes involved in the war with Israel as the IDF claimed it killed three Iranian commanders in new strikes. Follow updates.
Two Royal Australian Air Force C-17 Globemasters have arrived in the United Arab Emirates ahead of the start of repatriation flights for Australians out of the Middle East.
Court documents have lifted the lid on how much tax is owed by a company behind a spud-themed fast-food franchise.
Defence companies have doubled in value in a year, and experts say the outlook suggests more growth ahead for investors. Here are 15 stocks on the rise.
An Aussie company is offering a $28,500 course to teach CEOs how to be kind, with bosses from some of the country’s biggest companies jumping on board.
Thousands of planned homes have been abandoned by developers, with ‘phantom approvals’ revealing a shock element to the housing supply crisis.
A scrapped development has left a single mum fighting her terminated contract, no longer able to afford a home in her neighbourhood.
A Graya home has made its Brisbane financier owner $4m in a year in a clear sign the city’s mansion market is booming.
A deserted Queensland island with a derelict resort abandoned by its Chinese investor owner is officially up for grabs after years of mystery over its future.
Ryan Murphy is blasting critics of his upcoming series American Love Story, which follows the ill-fated lives of John F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife Carolyn Bessette.
A producer who worked on the 80s sitcom The Golden Girls has spilt more tea on the frosty relationships between its leading ladies, even off set.
A Broadway star has called out Madonna for her poor theatre etiquette while watching the hit musical Hamilton.
An infamous reality star has abruptly ended a live TV interview after being asked a personal question about her family.
There is a push for the Perth Bears and Papua New Guinea to be granted salary cap advantages to ensure the expansion NRL clubs are competitive as soon as they enter the league, reveals PHIL ROTHFIELD.
The opening Supercars race of the Darwin Triple Crown descended into chaos just 15 seconds after the start with multiple crashes bringing racing to a halt.
Cory Paix is fighting for his future at Brisbane, with Ben Hunt’s impending comeback from injury poised to turn up the heat in the fierce fight for the Broncos’ No.9 jumper.
Kiera Austin has inspired Melbourne Vixens to a crucial victory over Sunshine Coast Lightning which could have a huge impact on the finals fate of both teams.
Jess Fox concedes her Olympic success could ‘hover like a cloud’ over her ahead of a home world championships, but the paddle slalom great is determined to embrace the pressure and enjoy a rare chance to compete on her turf.
Isaiya Katoa is tormenting experienced NRL defenders and bamboozling some of the game’s best defensive systems, MATTY JOHNS reveals the young playmaker’s tricks of the trade.
As they pose in their first joint fashion shoot, Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels reflect on their multimillion-dollar careers, and why they ‘would love to be unknown sometimes’.
Nothing warms the soul during the colder months more than a steaming bowl of pudding.
Get out the crockpot and slow-cook your way to comfort and deliciousness.
Police have released footage of the arrest of a young woman wanted over the alleged theft of a number of cars on Brisbane’s northside.
Two teenage boys who allegedly fired an extinguisher at an open car window, hurting a five-month-old baby and another man, have been found.
As he contemplates his last day at the Birdsville Races, true showman Fred Brophy reflects on his boxing life and the changes in regional Australia, writes Michael Madigan.
His music guided generations of Australians and on a cold Friday night in Brisbane Jimmy Barnes was living – and loud – proof things get better with age.
Katy Perry fans at the first of two concerts at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre as part of her The Lifetimes Tour. Pictures: Stephen Archer
Eagle Farm Racecourse looked like a fashion parade when punters glammed up for The Star Stradbroke Day on Saturday. See the photos.
Recently updated, the Nissan Qashqai N-Design hybrid tops its family tree but has some strange omissions.
This extraordinary supercar introduces hybrid technology to Australia, delivering both shock and awe.
Forget tacky souvenirs – these dodgy holiday tattoos will make you think twice about getting inked abroad.
Nilo is one of five pooches on the dog rescue squad at Las Lindes beach near Malaga in Spain. He even has a little life vest and zinc on his nose.
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