Premier’s jab at ‘Beatles cover band’ after Oasis brushes Brisbane
Steven Miles didn’t miss his chance to fire shots at Oasis after the band announced they won’t be coming to Brisbane during their Australian tour next year.
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‘Devastating’: Greyhound’s ghastly track injury, death reignites racing debate
The death of a greyhound following a neck-breaking crash at a Qld meet has attracted the furore of anti-racing advocates, but industry chiefs insist it was a “freak” accident on “one of the best tracks” in the state. *Distressing content.
Four opportunities to kill: Teen’s vicious assault on girlfriend shocks judge
A Queensland judge of 20 years has been shocked by the details of a 19 year old’s incredibly vicious attack on his girlfriend of only four weeks claiming the assault could have killed her. Warning, distressing content
Explained: Everything you need to know about the Qld state election
After nine years of Labor rule, polls are pointing to a change of government at October’s Queensland election. FAST FACTS
1000+ photos: Qld’s most amazing weather shots over the years
Queensland is knwon for its wild weather – we look back at the most stunning and shocking storm photos from recent years. SEE THE FULL GALLERY
$13m on Friday, $20m on Monday: School cashes in on vote grab
Labor has thrown $20m at a Far North Queensland school just days after the LNP pledged $13m, with the cash splash sparking an inevitable war of words.
Crisafulli unveils $500m health plan, Premier labels it ‘dumb’
David Crisafulli has announced the LNP’s $500m health services plan, describing it as “detailed” seven times and a “seismic shift” five times. Steven Miles says it’s just “plain dumb”.
Pound ‘almost full’: Homes needed for dogs before it’s too late
They are cute, cuddly and should be someone’s best friend – but sadly too many dogs are currently walking the tightrope at a Central Queensland pound.
Who bowled it better? Crisafulli risks a Howard in pursuit of glory
The message seems pretty clear: mix sport and politics at your own peril – just ask Scott Morrison or John Howard. But maybe David Crisafulli missed the memo?
Woman’s head ‘hit the concrete’ after man’s pub punch
A Central Queensland man has learned his fate after he punched a woman in the mouth at a pub, causing her to fall and hit her head on the concrete.
Girl suffers ‘significant’ throat injuries as motorbike crashes into wire fence
A rescue chopper has been called to a coastal Central Queensland property where a girl has suffered ‘significant’ throat injuries after riding a motorbike into a wire fence.
Man dies in boating tragedy on popular Qld waterway
A man has died after the boat he was skippering with a passenger on board overturned in a popular Queensland waterway.
This monster tortured his baby son to death. After 10 years in jail, he may soon be free
The family of a toddler who died after being tortured and killed by his own father are horrified the killer could soon be free after serving just 10 years behind bars.
Labor, LNP dodge housing pledge as waitlist grows
Both Labor and the LNP are refusing to reveal when desperate Queenslanders will find a home, as the social housing waitlist blows out.
‘Upgrade from vaping’: Qld teens targeted by new nicotine nightmare
A new and illegal nicotine trend that is targeting young Queenslanders with claims it’s an “upgrade from vaping” has alarm bells ringing across the state.
Stone’s cheeky ‘by chance’ mobile office in tandem with premier
Political mind games have been played on the Gold Coast with LNP candidate Bianca Stone holding a mobile office outside Premier Steven Miles’s press conference.
Named: Man charged over alleged random drive-by shooting
The identity of a man charged after a gunshot was allegedly fired at a vehicle in Central Queensland during a drive-by incident, can be revealed.
Fallen miner killed in workplace tragedy named
Loved ones of a miner killed in a work incident in Central Queensland are reeling in the wake of the tragedy, the latest in a series of incidents plaguing Queensland mines in 2024.
Planeloads of stunts: Inside the Qld election’s hectic travelling sideshow
Take a rare look behind the scenes of the media coverage of the 2024 Queensland election campaign, as the parties and their personnel conjure plenty of stunts, both covert and contrived.
LNP plan to monitor cowardly DV thugs 24 hours a day
Queensland’s worst domestic violence perpetrators would be forced to wear GPS trackers monitored around the clock by officers ready to alert their victims and send police to intercept them under an LNP government.
‘Amazing protection’: Central Qld council rolls out Body Worn Cameras to officers
A Central Qld council will roll out body worn cameras to protect its frontline officers from vexatious complaints.
‘One of a kind’: How Central Qld artist and school principal overcame his illness
A popular 92-year-old Central Qld man will be remembered not for his many extraordinary achievements despite battling a lifelong condition, but for the many lives he touched.
Grand opening for historic Central Qld outback pub
The incredible overhaul of the historic Central Queensland outback pub, the Dululu Hotel, will be celebrated with a grand opening this weekend, after it was gutted by fire nine years ago. VIDEO, PHOTOS.
More shocking claims of Rockhampton car shootings
Another person has claimed a stranger has shot a car driving Rockhampton’s streets. Read more here
Hitler shirt, ‘weasel words’ and nuclear elephants
A Labor MP’s haunting “Hitler” photo, David Crisafulli’s pledge just ‘weasel words’ and why Steven Miles doesn’t need his hand held: here’s what going down on day 4 of the campaign.
Named: 10 drugged or drink drivers face Gladstone court
A machine operator and disability pensioner were among those who fronted Gladstone court for drug or drink driving recently.
The ‘holy grail’ of church property portfolios revealed
Towering skyscrapers, hundreds of homes, thousands of commercial buildings and expansive farmland – the holy grail of property portfolios of major churches can be revealed. See the list of property sales in your suburb.
Former star boxer’s shock sexual assault of sleeping woman at party
A man who fought in Australian boxing titles as a teenager has been found guilty by a jury of sexually assaulting a sleeping woman at a party in 2020.
David Crisafulli declares he will fix the Bruce Hwy
David Crisafulli has declared, responding to a question from a Courier-Mail reader, that if the LNP wins goverment at the October 26 election, he can get the Bruce Hwy fixed.
‘I love you’: DV offender’s daring sunroof move at traffic lights
With his would-be victim in the car right behind him at traffic lights, a Central Queensland domestic violence offender pulled off a daring move through his sunroof.
Road campaigner takes narrow view of Premier’s Bruce Highway fix
Not everyone gets the ear of the Queensland Premier and the Opposition Leader, but Bruce Highway safety campaigner Leyland Barnett did when the pair were in Rockhampton. Find out what he asked them and what they said.
Disturbing way drug user was introduced to meth as a teen
A young woman’s life has spiralled out of control after the person meant to protect and care for her introduced her to drugs when she was just a teen.
‘Home brew vodkas’: Taxi driver busted UIL on the job
A Central Queensland taxi driver’s drink-driving story has not gone down well with a magistrate and the fact it was not his first boozy blunder didn’t help.
LNP pledges $50m for two new mental health units
The LNP will spend $50m on building two short-stay mental health units to help young Queenslanders suffering from anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
Qld icon in crisis as Royal Flying Doctor planes grounded
Vital emergency care has been limited to daylight hours as the Royal Flying Doctor Service reports a critical shortage of pilots.
‘Hey mate!’: Watch punter confront Premier on key issue
The Premier has been confronted in a busy shopping centre in Mackay over one of the most pressing issues impacting regional Queenslanders. WATCH FOR HIS RESPONSE
Inside look: Central Qld pub’s stunning makeover
A popular Central Queensland pub has just re-opened after undergoing a complete transformation – take a look inside.
LNP’s health academy promise to deliver Central Qld’s homegrown clinicians
The LNP, if it wins government, is promising to establish a $95 million academy for health sciences in Rockhampton to provide a pathway to a medical career for high school students.
Medical emergency forces Qantas to land at Central Qld airport
A Qantas plane made a detour, landing at a Central Queensland airport and staying for a short period this afternoon, after an inflight emergency situation. UPDATES
Qld Rail, Xstrata named in lawsuit: former gold miner exposed to dust
A former gold miner suing the company that ran a Qld mine when he was allegedly exposed to fatal levels of dust has made a successful application to expedite the trial due to his deteriorating health.
Named: Central Qld stalkers and their crimes exposed
Meet the offenders sentenced in Rockhampton and Gladstone courts for stalking offences in the past two-and-a-half years. FULL LIST
$740 million Central Qld wind farm to begin construction
Two new major wind farms are in the pipeline over the next 12 months. DETAILS HERE
Meth-using thief waves at cops as he steals mate’s car
A young soon-to-be father was on parole for dangerous driving when he stole a vehicle from his mate after his friend gave him a lift, telling him: ‘good luck getting your car back’.
CQ man accused of DV rapes, strangulation
A Central Queensland man accused of domestic violence rapes has had his matters mentioned in court.
145+ FACES: St Ursula’s 2024 Fashion Forward Formal
From pretty in pink to beautiful in a sea of blue hues, see all the dresses and suits as the girls at St Ursula’s celebrated their 2024 Year 12 Formal in style.
Warrant issued for CQ woman accused of seriously assaulting police
A warrant has been issued for a Central Queensland woman facing a string of charges including serious assault of police, after she was a no show at court.
Revealed: Labor’s last minute plans to help Rocky Hospital bed crisis
On any given night there can be up to 70 long-stay patients in Rockhampton Hospital. With the election looming, the Miles Government has revealed its million-dollar development to decrease pressure.
Midwife mum allegedly sold meth from CQ home
A midwife working for Queensland Health has been suspended after she was accused of supplying the drugs ice and cannabis on dozens of occasions, and slapped with 50 charges.
‘What happens in WA stays in WA’: Miner sacked for comments to women
A CQ miner terminated because of comments he made towards female cleaners was told he hasn’t “adjusted to the modern workplace” by the Fair Work Commission. Here’s what he said.
Capricorn Highway reopened after single-vehicle accident
A man in his 20s has been taken in a stable condition to Rockhampton Hospital after he was involved in a single-vehicle accident.
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