Why crocodile was spotted so far south
A crocodile expert has weighed in on the rarity of a ranger’s sighting at Inskip Point, claiming to know why the croc was so far south, as he issued a warning amid concerns for other areas.
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Peri-natal depression and anxiety affects dads too
Zach Tuohy’s confession on I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here has reminded us about the importance of having open discussions around men’s mental health, says Dr Erin Seeto.
Dad’s incredible act of selflessness after daughter killed by shark
The shattered father of the teen girl fatally mauled by a shark at Bribie Island has bravely urged people to “keep coming to our beach and enjoying our beach” despite his daughter’s tragic death.
Inside Ingham’s armageddon: No power, fuel low, Woolies chaos
Devastating scenes are unfolding in Ingham with the town completely isolated, diesel running out and food running low. Here’s what it’s like on the inside.
Man accused of role in alleged 766kg Qld ecstasy bust to be extradited
A British man will be extradited from New Zealand to Queensland over his alleged role in one of the state’s biggest drug busts, which saw authorities seize almost one tonne of ecstasy and methamphetamine.
192mm overnight: Mackay streets and cars flooded, airport closed
Hundreds are without power, cars have conked out in floodwaters and the airport is shut after 192mm of rain hit parts of the region overnight. LATEST
Health insurance discounts to be had as insurers battle it out
Medibank, Bupa and other health insurers are locked in a war for new customers, and consumers can be the beneficiary with big incentives to join or switch. But there are pitfalls to avoid.
Queensland hit hardest as People First Bank to close 18 branches
Queensland has been the hardest hit in the latest round of bank branch closures announced by People’s First Bank, with 100 positions affected.
Callide hit with $9m fine for ‘destructive’ 2021 explosion
Callide Power Trading has been fined $9 million after the explosion of a generator four years ago, which caused “significant, long-term and wide-ranging impacts on the National Electricity Market”.
Crocs in gardens, Bruce Hwy cut in half as one flood warning downgraded
A major flood warning for NQ has been downgraded, with residents told they may begin returning in stages, while the Bruce Hwy remains cut and a croc has found its way into a woman’s garden.
Three Olympics, four gold medals, five kids: Supermum Libby’s secret
Libby Trickett knows all about the parental balancing act – the swimming superstar is about to have her fifth child. Here’s her advice as we launch the Great Parent Survey.
Townsville has ‘dodged a bullet’ for now, but more rain forecast
Rainfall has dramatically eased across much of North Queensland with ‘black zone’ residents allowed back home. But there are still warnings that isolated falls of up to 180mm are possible. LATEST, NEW PICS AND VIDEO
Mater’s new chief takes reins as private health sector faces turmoil
The Mater’s new chief executive will continue the hospital group’s legacy of female leadership and will oversee 11 hospitals across Queensland during a period of turmoil in private healthcare.
Council’s bold new bid to unclog Brisbane’s choked roads
Council has identified 14 busy Brisbane roads where it wants to extend clearways to unclog traffic. See what’s proposed, so you can avoid a $480 fine.
Downer: Two weeks of dramatic Donald. What have we learned?
None of us like all of his polices but you can’t deny the new US president has made an energetic start to his second term, writes Alexander Downer.
‘Wrong place, wrong time’: Shark expert’s sympathy as likely culprit species identified
A leading shark expert says Bribie Island shark attack victim Charlize Zmuda “did nothing wrong” and was just the unfortunate victim of a “freak tragic accident”, as he singled out the species most likely to have been the perpetrator.
‘If you enter someone’s home … deal with the consequences’
Violent, armed home invasions – often by repeat youth offenders – are happening across our cities and towns every single day. Is it time to introduce Castle Law in Queensland? This is what you said.
Delay in case of teen accused of killing grandmother in stolen car crash
The case against a teenager accused of crashing a stolen car north and killing a grandmother behind the wheel of another car has been delayed.
Pop-up ‘yacht club’ defies floods yet again to rally for community
For the second time in 13 months, a notorious North Queensland pub has defied advancing floodwaters to stay open for locals battling the region’s latest wild weather event.
Wheels of fortune: Family empire’s young guns turn the corner
One of the last vestiges of SA’s once mighty automotive sector is booking surging profits and targeting new markets, as its new leader looks to build on the ROH Wheels legacy.
Pineapple farmers fight $75k fine after worker run over by harvester
The owners of a Maryborough pineapple farm claim they were unfairly found guilty and fined over a harvester accident they say was caused by a “galloping” young worker was acting up.
Coffins in floodwaters a grave concern amid Brisbane cemetery expansion bid
The grim prospect of coffins surfacing and contaminants from decomposing bodies seeping into the water table during floods is being considered amid plans from a Brisbane cemetery for its biggest expandsion in 20 years.
Cafe worker mum’s crash death: Next court steps revealed
The case against a 25-year-old man, who police allege was intoxicated and driving dangerously when he killed a beloved Qld mum in a Bruce Hwy head-on, has returned to court.
‘Disturbing’ neo-Nazi posters and symbols found in Brisbane suburbs
Hateful neo-Nazi flyers and symbols reported across Brisbane suburbs prompting fears among Jewish leaders that Queensland is following the same hateful pattern as southern states.
Star knew the risks and still took a punt. It’s lost big time
Star Entertainment took a punt and lost big time. Whatever happens now, life will roll on in the River City with or without a “game changer”, writes Mike O’Connor.
The confronting new reality of women who killed Elizabeth Struhs
From living a life dedicated to God to sorting out shopping orders for fellow prisoners. Take a look inside the new life of the women responsible for Elizabeth Struhs’ death.
The forgotten Aussie theme parks, attractions we all loved
From Gondwanaland at South Bank, the Australian Woolshed at Ferny Hills and Magic Mountain on the Gold Coast, we’ve taken a trip down memory lane to revisit lost theme parks and tourist attractions.
World-first aquatic centre a ‘must build’ for Swimming Australia move
Swimming Australia would tear up plans to relocate to Brisbane if the state government does not build a world-first National Aquatics Centre for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Brisbane restaurant liquidated after owners get ASIC black mark
A popular inner Brisbane restaurant has entered liquidation after its two owners were disqualified from running companies by ASIC over their other failed companies.
Govt’s youth crime crackdown off to a shaky start
The LNP’s strong stance on youth crime clearly has strong community support but, while it’s far too early to know if it’s having any effect in curbing juvenile crime, we do know it’s off to a rocky start, writes the editor.
‘Tyres slashed, wipers snapped’: Man charged after 20+ vehicles damaged in carpark
A man has been charged after allegedly damaging more than 20 vehicles in Caboolture on Saturday.
Premier’s warning as he flags ‘significant rebuild’ in Nth Qld
Premier David Crisafulli has received a briefing from the health minister about potential health dangers in North Queensland floodwaters, saying the region was “not out of the woods”.
‘Still as lost as we were the day it happened’: Vyleen White’s family one year on
The family of a grandmother who was stabbed to death in an Ipswich shopping centre carpark say they still struggle going to the shops, one year on.
Brighter Super boss on talent trail after high-profile resignations
Brighter Super boss Kate Farrar has put up the help wanted sign after a couple of senior executive departures in recent weeks including her chief financial officer.
Aussie fashion tycoon reveals embarassing home truth
We go inside the home of an Aussie fashion designer and discover not everything is as it seems. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Crash accused has dangerous driving charge adjourned
A driver accused of causing a devastating crash on the Bruce Highway, which left another man fighting for life, has had his case mentioned in court.
Watch: Daredevil rail track jumpers cheat death in shocking video
Daredevil rail track jumpers, including children, are risking death captured in shocking new CCTV footage that Queensland Rail says shows a rising trend in reckless, near-fatal track stunts.
Call to phase out all Brisbane inner-city street parking by 2032
A plan allowing developers to build fewer carparks in new inner-city Brisbane unit projects has sparked a huge response. Many are opposed, but one group wants all street parking scrapped by 2032.
‘Struggling to survive’: Floods show no mercy to tight-knit community
A woman who has lived in Ingham for 35 years says the floods currently ripping through the town were the worst she had ever seen with locals saying they are “struggling to survive”.
Watch: Runaway dog’s near-miss with oncoming train
CCTV has captured the heart-stopping moment a small dog came within metres of an oncoming train, triggering a swift rescue operation to avert a potential tragedy.
Extreme agenda exposed: Suddenly it’s not easy being Greens
Voters are finding out that the Greens are not the cuddly environmental party of old, writes Trevor Evans.
Elderly ‘bedridden’ man to face court on indecent assault charges
A man now aged in his 80s will be sentenced in Maryborough for crimes he committed in the 1970s, including five counts of indecent assault on females.
Ironman’s global IVF quest to spare unborn child from disease
Ironman Matt Bevilacqua has lived his entire life with “the worst disease you’ve never heard of” and has gone to extraordinary lengths to prevent his future child from the hereditary condition.
I had a hysterectomy at 20 – it saved my life
At just 20 years, Tahlia Keirs has already gone through menopause twice and had eight rounds of surgery in four years. The results of the final one means she will never have children.
Olympic champion joins Sunrise team in career shock
She was a high-profile casualty of the axing of Channel 7’s Gold Coast news, but the champion hurdler has landed on her feet with a new TV gig.
Dramatic flood videos, photos out of North Queensland
Torrential rain has turned roads into rivers and homes uninhabitable in the state’s north. SEE THE BEST PHOTOS, VIDEOS
Ruthless treasurer axes $12.5bn Labor hydrogen project
A $12.5bn central Queensland green hydrogen project has been axed by the state government, meaning the proposed $8.9bn returns to the region’s economy will not flow.
The terrifying twist in Trump’s extreme aid freeze
When Donald Trump froze foreign aid, guards responsible for thousands of ISIS fighters walked off the job. Tom Minear argues it should make the president think twice.
Queensland Rugby League player charged with rape, sexual assault
A QRL player who returned to the state after a stint in NSW was charged with serious sexual offences less than two months after signing for his hometown club.
‘We suffered an awful tragedy – then came our miracles’
A couple who lost their newborn before her first birthday have come through the agony to welcome two miracles.
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