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Full list: Toowoomba DV thugs guilty of attacking women
Harrowing accounts from domestic violence survivors flooded Toowoomba courts in 2024, from pregnant women assaulted, others subjected to chilling death threats and beheading videos, to brave women forced to run for their lives in an attempt to escape their abusers.
Premier distances himself from Dutton’s $331bn nuclear costings plan
Despite two reactors being slated for Queensland under Peter Dutton’s $331bn nuclear costings plan, Premier David Crisafulli says it’s a “matter for Canberra”.
‘Distressing’: Grim stats show 2024 was deadliest year on our roads
There has been a 35 per cent increase in the number of lives lost on our roads in the past five years, with Queensland edging close to 300 lives lost in 2024.
Queenslanders warned against handling injured or sick bats
The threat of deadly lyssavirus has prompted a warning from Qld Heath against touching fallen or injured flying foxes as the number being found on the ground and in people’s yards spikes.
Party split: Labor MP threatens to quit over landmark crime laws
A Labor MP has threatened to quit the party over landmark crime laws, while Steven Miles has confirmed the opposition will not stand in the way of the ‘adult-crime, adult-time’ policy.
Are you Queensland’s biggest Indian fan?
We’re trying to find Queensland’s biggest Indian fan ahead of the huge third test at the Gabba this weekend. The winner will receive a 55-inch Hubbl Glass TV valued at $1400. SEE THE ENTRANTS + ENTER NOW
‘I wouldn’t be here’: Mum calls on families to give blood this Christmas
A young regional Queensland mum who came close to death is on a mission to give back and is calling on Queenslanders to join her this Christmas.
Community placed at centre of new Rural Fire Service committee
Brought in as part of a broad overhaul to the Queensland Fire Department the committee will serve as a conduit between the rank and file volunteers and senior management to help make rural residents safer.
Revealed: Charleville’s cutest baby 2024
It takes two to make a baby and also a unique name, according to the mother of Charleville’s cutest baby of 2024. Find out what the baby’s name is here.
Ranked: How every South West Qld school performed in 2024 NAPLAN
The nailbiting wait is over for Queensland schools that participated in NAPLAN testing in 2024. See which South West Queensland schools performed best. SEE THE RESULTS.
Best Qld IVF clinics for women over 35
This is how Queensland’s IVF clinics are performing. See the full list and which clinic has the highest rating.
Faces of tragedy: South West Qld road fatalities remembered
Fatalities on our roads are at their highest in what is shaping up to be a horror year in our regions, with truck drivers, motorbike riders, families and friends tragically dying before their time.
‘Brutally taken from us:’ Family takes aim at father’s killer in court
Loved ones of an adored family man whose life was stolen in a ‘senseless’, ‘evil’ and brutal act of violence have spoken out as they grasp for closure after the murderer was sentenced to life in prison.
‘Those four words:’ Mum I’ve been raped, allegedly
Two men on trial for allegedly “taking turns” raping a Toowoomba woman in their sharehouse have pleaded not guilty to the crime.
Listed: The broken youth crime promises crippling Qld
All talk, little action. The criticism of Queensland’s response to youth crime can be neatly summarised – but is it fair? HAVE YOUR SAY
‘Confusion and concern’: Hospo giant sorry for Australia Day ban
The hospitality giant that banned Australia Day celebrations at its more than 200 pubs nationwide, including 90 in Queensland, has apologised. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Rap, knives and drugs: Inside the rise of Qld eshays
Queensland’s battle against youth crime involves a scary subculture. This is the terrifying truth about the rise of eshays.
New Gold Coast to Cairns route to drive $3bn tourism spending spree
Tourism leaders are targeting visitors who want to see Queensland by road, looking to emulate America’s famous Route 66.
South West Qld to brace for severe weather
Parts of South West Queensland have woken to a wet weekend, with the Bureau of Meteorology issuing a severe thunderstorm warning for the region. Here’s the latest.
‘Drivers do change’: Why you can expect to pulled over this week
Police are getting an early start to the school holidays and will be out in force to blunt what has been a deadly year on our roads.
Heavy rain, storms set to soak Qld over the weekend
Widespread downpours, possible flash flooding and thunderstorms are on the cards for the vast majority of Queensland this weekend, with some areas warned to expect up to 50mm of rain.
‘Got to turn the tide’: Premier defies ‘Adult Time’ critics
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has doubled down on his incoming “Adult Time Adult Crime” laws and confirmed when they will pass, despite critics saying they will only make the community less safe.
‘Would take his shirt off his back to help’: Firefighter remembered after crash
A Western Downs firefighter has been remembered as a man who would ‘always do anything for anyone with a smile’ after he was tragically killed in a single-vehicle crash.
‘Lucky to be alive’: Worker safety called into question after shooting
A Queensland abattoir is facing legal action after a worker accidentally shot himself with a gun meant to be unloaded.
Man almost beaten to death on street of regional Qld town
Police are on the hunt for a group of men who allegedly gang-bashed a lone man on the streets of Toowoomba during the early hours of the morning.
‘Doing our best’: Earthmoving business grapples with young man’s death
A young Toowoomba man died while on the way to work at a major Queensland renewables project, leaving behind a shattered family and heartbroken workmates.
‘Don’t f–k with me’: Murder accused’s police interview played to jury
When police responded to an earlier house fire at an elderly Toowoomba man’s home, who was months later found dismembered and burnt inside his home, the man on trial for murder told officers he was forced to punch and kick the man in the head.
‘Inflicted horrendous things’: Girl’s pain after repeatedly raped by father
A girl raped from the age of five lived in fear for years because of what her own father had done and the threats he made to her and her mother. WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT
‘Volatile’ and wild weather incoming across the Darling Downs
Sunny skies across the Darling Downs will come to an end with forecasters predicting storms and wild weather.
Jury hears man accused of shocking murder allegedly stole victim’s TV
A jury heard when police searched the home of a Toowoomba man accused of committing a horrific murder, officers allegedly found a T-shirt covered in the victim’s blood.
Full Qld list: See how your childcare centre rates
The top rated and underperforming childcare centres across Queensland can be revealed. Search and see the list and watch our exclusive video.
Father of alleged family drug syndicate seeks bail
A member of an alleged ‘long standing drug distribution syndicate’ in South West Queensland has sought to return to the community.
Southwest under water after 48-hour deluge
Western Queensland’s hammering has continued overnight with flash flooding impacting rural communities. Here’s the latest forecast.
Dad viciously attacks in-laws over young daughter’s ear piercing
After learning of his young daughter’s new jewellery, a South West Queensland man was driven into a fury that ended with his father-in-law in hospital suffering “frightening” facial injuries.
WATCH: Community reeling after fire destroys second home in 24 hours
Just weeks out from Christmas, a family has lost everything in a devastating fire, however the town’s mighty country spirit is already starting to help them get back on their feet. SEE THE INCREDIBLE VIDEO
Focused, arrogant? The man who became Qld’s 41st Premier
Figures central to David Crisafulli’s rise to power have detailed what the man himself is really like when the microphones and cameras are off. WATCH NOW
New ministerial role for local MP to serve South West region
The new LNP state government has created several assistant minister roles to provide residents living in regional Queensland with a direct line to the premier.
Exposed: the Queensland aged care homes failing residents
More than half of Queensland aged care homes are falling short of care targets as providers blame a severe workforce shortage. See the full list.
How Trump’s presidency could impact Qld exports, inflation, interest rates
A Trump presidency could delay interest rate relief for Queenslanders under high mortgage stress and hurt agricultural producers exporting to the United States, experts have warned. SPECIAL REPORT
Temps soar to 44C as severe heatwave tightens grip
Queensland is firmly in the grip of a “severe heatwave”, with temperatures soaring well past 40C in places, after peaking at 45C on Wednesday, while widespread areas are on alert for thunderstorms.
Police reveal identities of man, woman killed in fiery crash
A Brisbane area woman and a Nanango man have died after the car they were travelling in crashed into a tree and burst into flames.
Why Qld gun ownership has soared over last five years
Latest figures reveal there has been an almost 30 per cent increase in the number of registered firearms in Queensland in just under five years.
‘10C higher than average’: Heatwave grips South West Queensland
South West Queensland is in the grips of a summer-like heatwave, which could mean storms and high fire danger for the rest of the week. Find out when the region can expect a reprieve.
Police nab crystal meth dealer in stolen car crash
A Toowoomba drug dealer who botched his getaway by crashing a stolen car in a yard when officers came knocking has been sentenced for supplying drugs including GHB and meth.
Investigation reveals slain toddler should never have been in killer’s care
An investigation into the Child Safety orders for Kaydence Mills has revealed the two-year-old should not have been in the care of her mother and the man who would horrifically murder her. Now a former worker is calling for changes to the “broken” system.
Inspiring story of the girl born without eyes
Tanya Shadbolt was facing a difficult life until one man’s split-second decision changed it all. Read of his family’s incredible devotion.
Chisel still going strong after carving out 50-year career
Legendary Australian band Cold Chisel kicked off the Queensland leg of their massive Big 5-0 Anniversary Tour in Brisbane last night, and a stadium full of fans got everything they wanted. | SET LIST
Qld woman still forced to travel 1000km for abortion
Regional and rural Queenslanders are still playing the “postcode lottery” for access to early termination of pregnancy, with new figures showing as few as 10 per cent of GPs are confident in prescribing the abortion pill.
‘He went full-blown psychotic. I’ve never seen a dog like it’
A Queensland woman has recounted the harrowing moment she thought she would die alone after her arm was torn off by her own dog. Now she has a chilling warning for families. WATCH THE INCREDIBLE INTERVIEW
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