Cash boost call: Qld container rebates ‘should be doubled’
Queensland’s Container Refund Scheme returns should be doubled to 20c in a bid to keep up with inflation and encourage more residents to take part, a parliamentary committee has heard.
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Chilling warning: Small items adding huge amounts to power bills
Queenslanders have been warned some heating devices could be adding hundreds to their electricity bills, as prices are set to jump. Here are the best ways to avoid that bill shock while keeping warm.
Woman faces multiple drug charges after western Qld raid
A 28-year-old Darling Downs woman has been hit with a slew of drug charges after police raided a western Queensland property.
Uncle jailed for tragic crash that killed ‘bright, bubbly’ Riley Wells
The deliberate act of putting his nephew in the front seat of a single-cab ute with only a lap sash as seat belt has landed a man in court after the six-year-old boy was killed in a horror highway crash.
Man falls through silo, stuck up to neck in fertiliser
A man has been rescued after falling through the roof of a silo in regional Queensland and being stuck up to his neck in urea.
Darling Downs philanthropist bestowed with King’s honour
There are three things Darling Downs philanthropist and millionaire Clive Berghofer says you need to get ahead in life, as he reflects on his journey from relying on rations to being an Officer of the order of Australia.
‘Forever 16’: Moving video teen shared before car crash tragedy
One final trail ride is set to be held in honour of a teenage girl killed in a tragic crash this week as those close to her remember her as an outstanding horsewoman and animal lover. VIDEO TRIBUTE
‘Do you like the food?’: Qld aged care home food rating revealed
Queensland has 198 aged care homes where one person or more claimed to never be happy with the food they were served. See who is serving up culinary delights and who falls short.
‘Still living and breathing it’: Clean up continues for flood-stricken farmers
More than two months since record-breaking floods struck western Queensland, farmers are still picking up the pieces. While the land is as lush as ever it hides the devastating reality our farmers are still faced with.
Feels like -2.6C: South East cops first wave of twin polar blast
South East Queensland has been hit with widespread frost as temperatures plummet thanks to the effects of a twin polar blast, and forecasters warn there is worse to come.
Field of dreams: Queensland’s biggest crop farms revealed
Queensland farmers feed and clothe the nation but are often underappreciated. We tracked down the state’s largest crop farms to see who’s doing the heavy lifting. SEE FULL LIST
Listed: Who owns southwest Qld’s biggest farming stations
The state’s southwest is home to some of the richest agricultural and pastoral farming land in the country. See the full list of southwest Queensland farming stations and their owners here.
Woman accused of burning dog alive after setting home on fire
A woman accused of killing a dog and setting fire to two residences has fronted a Toowoomba court for the alleged crimes.
Loose unit in dress attacks man, claiming he slept with ex-wife
A man in custody on rape charges has pleaded guilty to bizarre and concerning crimes, including a public attack outside a Toowoomba pub where threatened to kill a man while wearing a dress.
‘Challenging, traumatic, worthwhile’: Why you should join the police
From chasing criminals on foot, to tracking them with covert surveillance and hi-tech tools, searching bushland on horseback or rescuing people from flood water – the varied life of a copper will be on display at the Toowoomba career expo.
Elderly woman’s explosive find after husband passes away
After finding the deadly items the woman thought she should bury them, but luckily she called the explosives regulator first.
Revealed: Documents show why popular health care business collapsed
What was once a highly-respected and award-winning health care business providing specialist support for people with severe injuries and disabilities was carrying millions in liabilities, documents have revealed.
‘I’ll blow your brains out’: Duo jailed for chilling gunpoint robbery
Two men who stormed a Toowoomba home, with their faces obscured and guns in hand, have been jailed for their crimes.
Large amount of meth discovered in motel drug bust
A Maranoa man was allegedly found in possession of a large amount of meth and cash after police raided a Charleville hotel room. Full story.
110mm downpour, wild temp drops as 3000km rainband swallows Qld
Torrential rain and dramatic temperature drops are forecast for large parts of Queensland as a 3000km rainband sweeps across Australia.
South West Queensland reports downturns in telecommunications complaints
New data has revealed Queensland is the only state to see a downward trend in telecommunications complaints, however financial hardship reports concerns rise.
Search to find Australia’s most dedicated farm worker begins
Australia’s most dedicated agriculture workers are going head to head in a competition to find the best in the industry. This is your chance to nominate your loyal four-legged farmhand
NAMED: The identity of people swept up in massive police raids revealed
A group of people charged with a total of 69 offences including weapons, drugs and stolen cars, allegedly committed across the South Burnett and Darling Downs have been named. SEE THE VIDEO
Watch: Police seize massive meth stash after highway robbery
A man is alleged to have crashed into a semi-trailer on the Warrego Highway, before threatening a couple who came to his aide with a gun and stealing their car. SEE THE VIDEO
Tiny Qld towns where you can earn up to $1500 a week more than average Queenslander
These are the remote and regional Queensland towns where locals are making up to almost double what the average Queenslander makes in a week. MAPPED
Former MP candidate, city banker guilty of brutal strangulation
A former federal candidate for a conservative party, turned NAB banker, has pleaded guilty to strangling a female to the point of unconsciousness.
Construction boss’ stalking terror as new alleged victim emerges
A “jealous and controlling” Toowoomba business owner, whose sinister offending included chasing his ex-partner until she crashed her vehicle, has been sentenced but he’s now facing new charges relating to allegedly stalking a second woman on the Gold Coast.
Australian army to debut new firepower in biennial exercise
The Australian Defence Force is preparing to show off the nation’s new long-range missiles during the largest military exercise in the southern hemisphere in July.
‘Jealousy, possessiveness, obsessiveness’: How to spot abuse before it escalates
This elusive form of abuse can be hard to spot and sometimes it’s only after leaving that the signs become visible – but sometimes that’s too late.
Qld teen rapists set to be included in Adult Crime, Adult Time
Queensland juveniles found guilty of rape will soon be subjected to the LNP goverment’s Adult Crime, Adult Time law reforms.
Rural Queensland councillor announces immediate resignation
A southwest Queensland councillor has announced his immediate departure from the role, citing staff shortages at his business as one of the reasons. FULL STORY.
Revealed: How fatal chopper crash is set to change Talisman Sabre
The inquiry into the helicopter crash that killed four Defence personnel in 2023 has triggered a new approach to Australia’s largest bilateral military exercise.
Qld’s pub barons: Meet the people behind our favourite venues
From emerging stars to long-established millionaires and billionaires, a diverse group of people operate the best-known local watering holes in Queensland. SEE THE LIST
Pelicans in the outback: Incredible sights you need to head west to see
Western Queensland’s Channel Country has been transformed by unprecedented flooding, with tourists urged to witness the spectacle before it’s too late. SEE THE VIDEO
Named: Extradition warrant ordered after brutal knifing claims dad’s life
A man who was arrested interstate after a father was allegedly stabbed to death in NSW after a late-night street brawl has fronted a Toowoomba court.
Your chance to be in the Maroons’ sheds for Origin opener
With the Origin opener just nine days away, Queensland fans have the chance to get behind the Maroons by being in the Suncorp sheds – in name and spirit – and it’s all part of a multimillion-dollar plan to invest in people across State.
Child cash cows: Sickening pay days of resi care owners laid bare
Shareholders of a residential care provider received more than $5m last year in massive windfalls now firmly under the microscope. They’re not the only ones.
Calls for Qld to get yet another public holiday
Premier David Crisafulli is calling on all of us to celebrate Queensland Day more, although he’s stopped short of advocating for it to become a public holiday. But would that sweeten the deal? HAVE YOUR SAY
Russell Klein murder case: Lawyer’s bid to move trial
Lawyers of Callum Cook, accused of killing Russell Klein with a car on Christmas Day 2022, have applied to move his murder trial to Brisbane rather than Toowoomba.
Alleged attempted DV murder charge dropped
A regional Queensland man accused of attempting to kill his former partner had the charge dropped before the Toowoomba Supreme Court.
40+ heritage buildings, popular landmarks which shape regional Qld
From beautiful 19th century heritage listed edifices to quirky historical landmarks, we list some of the remarkable structures which shape regional parts of Queensland.
Statewide emergency delays after hospitals suffer tech issues
Patients have experienced delays to wait times at emergency departments across Queensland, after the system containing electronic medical records suffered technical issues.
‘Trouble found Daniel’: Morcombe’s twin speaks
Daniel Morcombe’s story is known throughout Australia. But no one has told it like his twin brother Bradley, until now. SEE THE FULL DOCO
Toowoomba community calls for action after alleged DV deaths
In the past month Toowoomba has lost four lives to alleged domestic and family violence incidents, and the grief-stricken community needs to see change before more lives are taken.
Cleaver lodged in chest: Attempted murder charges in doubt
Two young men allegedly involved in a violent Toowoomba home invasion that left a man with a cleaver lodged in his chest are attempting to have their attempted murder charges dropped.
Live: Maranoa called as Littleproud holds home seat
Polling booths have closed across western Queensland as the electorate makes their voice heard. Follow our blog here:
Hi-tech weapon unleashed on tailgating Qld drivers
New technology will be rolled out across Queensland targeting drivers who tailgate fellow motorists, but will it have any effect on hostile drivers? HAVE YOUR SAY.
NAMED AND SHAMED: Everyone who appeared in court
FROM bashing local publicans, to alleged child porn cases and calling a barmaid a “racist c–t”, find out the other offences that were heard in the Roma Magistrates Court.
Fact check: What you said about Welcome to Country
From Welcome to Country ceremonies costing $130,000 a pop to it being invented in 1976 by Ernie Dingo, we fact checked some of the claims made on social media about our recent story.
‘Sickest I’ve ever been’: Plea for Queenslanders to get newly available virus jab
Vulnerable Australians aged 50 to 59 are being urged to take the opportunity to get vaccinated against a virus that has already seen 9266 Queensland cases reported this year.
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