Qld mayor under investigation over island trip Facebook video
A bayside mayor is under investigation after complaints to the state’s local government watchdog about claims she made in a Facebook video that she was not invited to a key council event.
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105min wait time: Massive controversial satellite hospital delays revealed
Real-time health data has revealed patients are waiting significantly longer for treatment at the state’s controversial satellite hospitals than at emergency wards in real hospitals.
Labor at war: MPs defect over ‘poor treatment, leadership threat’
The opposition is divided over the defection of two MPs and possibly a third amid claims of an internal power struggle and threat to Steven Miles’s backer Gary Bullock.
Police: ‘If you’re in the black zone you need to leave’
Townsville residents in the ‘black zone’ have been warned not to return until authorities say it’s safe, with police conducting anti-looting patrols in those suburbs as the Ross River Dam continues to fill. LATEST WARNINGS
‘Worst yet to come’: 1700 homes at serious risk amid 1000mm North Qld deluge
Residents of flood-hit north Queensland are being warned the waters might not peak until tomorrow morning – with 1700 homes in Townsville alone at serious risk of inundation.
Bayside swimmers warned after bull shark spotted in canal
Swimmers, boaters, and anglers have been warned to stay out of a popular canal east of Brisbane after a large bull shark was spotted recently.
Brisbane man arrested for alleged smuggled stun guns
Australian Border Force investigators arrested a 27-year-old Brisbane man for allegedly importing prohibited electronic control devices in a package at Brisbane Air Cargo.
Road closed as crews battle house fire
Police are investigating the cause of a house fire in Redbank Plains on Sunday, with the house fully engulfed by flames when crews arrived.
Sigrid Thornton calls on Qld Government to honour Regatta Hotel pledge
Aussie acting royalty Sigrid Thornton has opened up to her I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here! cast about a promise made by the Queensland premier.
100+ schools closed as floods worsen
More than 100 schools are deemed unsafe for students to attend as flooding chaos hits North Queensland.
Shock development in Amy MacMahon car crash case
A woman who allegedly crashed into the car of a Queensland MP has been indicted on an aggravated charge over the collision.
SEQ ratepayers brace for $86 bin fee hike
Queensland households and businesses face rising waste disposal costs as the state government phases out levy rebates.
Great Parent Survey: Aussie celebs reveal biggest family challenges
Calling all Aussie mums and dads – we want to hear your views on the challenges of parenting, from screen time to bullying and budgeting. Plus read what famous parents have to say.
New warnings, detail of woman’s death, bridge swept away amid 1000mm+ deluge
Police have issued new warnings to Townsville residents amid the North Queensland flooding chaos. It comes as details have emerged about the death of a woman after the SES boat she was in crashed.
Two teens charged after violent home robbery in Brisbane
Two teenage boys, one aged 13, have been charged after allegedly storming a home in Brisbane’s south armed with machetes. A 50-year-old woman was injured.
Embattled Star’s $2bn tourism hit as future hangs in balance
Almost 100 events estimated to bring 30,000 visitors to Brisbane are booked to take place at Star’s Queen’s Wharf over the coming months, as new figures reveal the critical impact of the “game-changing” precinct to the River City.
Clear and present danger: Focus needs to be on saving lives first
The timing of Steven Miles’ cheap political point scoring as he questioned the Premier’s response to the ongoing floods in Townsville is questionable, if not childish, writes the editor. Now is the time to act. Lives are at risk.
He’s not a Communist, or a hippy … So who really is Jonathan Sri?
He is the former Greens councillor famously living on a houseboat who had a failed crack at becoming Brisbane mayor – but just who is Jonathan Sriranganathan? This is High Steaks, the vegetarian version.
Sally overcomes job loss hurdle to land new TV gig
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.
Developer in ‘illegal’ Airbnb battle with council in millionaire’s playground
The developer of an apartment building in a popular beachside suburb has been accused by Gold Coast City Council of offering “illegal” Airbnb-style rentals.
Burnout, pressure: Shock figures show Qld school attendance sliding
Attendance rates in Queensland’s public schools are falling, with principals calling for major changes to the curriculum, as they reveal what they say are the three biggest issues needing to be addressed. HAVE YOUR SAY
‘Explosive’ danger we’re bringing into our homes: Battery fire cases surge
Lithium-ion batteries in everyday devices in Queensland homes are involved in an increasing number of fires, emergency service figures show, but there are steps you can take to minimise the risk.
Brisbane parking hell: Car spaces to be slashed for units in 11 suburbs
The number of carparks developers have to provide in new unit towers in 11 inner-Brisbane suburbs is set to be slashed in half, with changes also likely to be coming to 15 other suburbs. SEE THE LIST
AACTA Awards 2025: Star-studded line-up confirmed for Gold Coast event
The AACTA Awards are shaping up to be the biggest yet, with newly announced A-list guests, exclusive performances, and a glamorous afterparty. See who’s already locked in.
Locals outraged as beloved bayside lookout trashed
A beloved Moreton Bay lookout has been left in “squalor” after being overrun by a homeless camp and strewn with litter, clothing, ripped tents and trolleys, sparking outrage among locals.
Locals warned of ‘life-threatening flooding’, as NQ braces for cyclonic rain totals
Townsville residents are being warned to brace for possible flooding up to the second storeys of buildings, as Premier David Crisafulli sends a powerful message to North Queensland amid warnings of cyclonic rainfall levels.
Revealed: Brisbane, Gold Coast’s best fish and chip shops
From Costa’s Seafood Cafe at Capalaba to Miami Seafood Market on the Gold Coast – we have you covered for the SEQ’s best fish and chips.
Ironman’s global IVF journey to spare unborn child from rare 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.
‘Anywhere but here’: Resounding no against Olympic stadium at Victoria Park
The state gov has been warned it would face legal action if it chose Victoria Park as Brisbane Olympic stadium, with a 300-strong protest pushing to save the heritage site.
‘A 20-tonne gum tree fell on our home because council, body corp did nothing’
A family has been forced to couch surf after a 32-metre tall gum tree crashed through the roof “like a freight train” after a bitter five-year dispute over who owned the tree.
‘Go away’: Miles savaged over timing of Premier tirade
Steven Miles’ attack on Premier David Crisafulli over his handling of the ongoing wild weather impacting North Queensland has divided opinion. HAVE YOUR SAY
‘Too lazy’: Miles doubles down in extraordinary second attack on Premier
Steven Miles has taken another swing at David Crisafulli over what he describes as a lack of preparedness for NQ’s latest flooding disaster.
Teacher accused of having sex with student cleared
A Queensland secondary school teacher who was referred to the state’s corruption watchdog by the education department has been cleared of having sex with a Year 12 student.
IN PHOTOS: Qld’s wet and wild weather
As Queensland continues to be smashed by storms, we have been there to cover the dramatic action. SEE THE GALLERY
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