Road trippers recruit support to rebuild Qld’s hell highway
The authors of a damning report that exposed significant safety failures on the Bruce Highway have begun discussions with state and federal politicians.
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Blue skies, big bargains to bring monster Ekka turnout
Ekka organisers are hopeful of a final bumper weekend, with more than 80,000 people anticipated to walk through the gates after a lacklustre week crippled by torrential rain.
Killer diseases coming back as Qld parents ignore vaccination pleas
Queensland vaccination rates have plummeted to levels not seen in decades, with fears of a return of killer illnesses sparking a new health strategy to combat jab hesitancy. SEARCH YOUR AREA
Considering a tree change? These are the biggest challenges facing the bush
South Australians living in the bush have revealed their biggest concerns, many of which reflect those of their city-slicking cousins.
Ekka’s Grand Parade postponed in historic first
Wet weather has wreaked havoc for People’s Day at the Ekka with rides closed and displays canned but 40,000 punters are still expected to lap up the iconic Royal Show.
Amy moved her family from the Shire to Walgett. She explains why
Amy Loomes along with her husband Casey and two young children moved from her childhood suburb in Sydney’s Shire to far-flung Walgett. They’re not the only ones fleeing the city.
Nugget Armageddon, robot dogs: Top 10 wildest Ekka experiences
They’re the unique oddities that keep hundreds of thousands coming back to the Ekka year after year. And we’ve compiled 10 of the wackiest.
Grim reality of Aussie life no one can escape
Australians living in the bush have revealed their biggest concerns, many of which reflect those of their city-slicking cousins.
It’s showtime: Crowds descend on Brisbane Showgrounds for Ekka 2024
Strawberry sundaes, showbags, adorable animals and perfect weather: Brisbane’s city meets country celebration is finally here.
WATCH: Test one of Sideshow Alley’s scariest rides
Our intrepid reporters have put their bodies on the line to road-test one of the scariest rides at this year’s Ekka. SEE VIDEO
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