‘Ultimate breach of trust’: Magistrate to siblings’ alleged killer carer
A carer who allegedly deliberately drove into a tree, killing two sibling clients, claims he’ll be ok if he’s released and can go back to work. *DISTRESSING*.
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Woman killed in horror highway head-on collision
A woman has died, a teenager is fighting for life and a man in his 60s has been taken to hospital following a horror head-on crash on a regional highway near Gympie. Latest:
‘Don’t drive when you’re angry’: Bloke blitzes speed limit on way home from gym
A young driver has told a shocked magistrate he was driving 40km/h over the speed limit on Power Road because he was in a hurry to get home after working out at the gym.
Knuckle duster, drug fail for Ford-driving dad with no licence
When police pulled over a father of six, an illegal weapon purchased online was just the start of his problems.
Claims manslaughter-accused dad ‘threw baby in pond’
A witness has claimed to see a man who is charged over his seven-month-old baby’s drowning death throw the baby into a pond, a court has heard.
Rangers investigating gruesome act on dead K’gari dingo
Authorities are seeking help following a shocking act carried out on a dingo struck and killed by a vehicle on the heritage island.
‘There’s a time and place’: Landscaper’s lewd act on train
A self-loving landscaper with a history of public displays has been caught again, this time on a Queensland Rail ride.
Online chats to ‘secret’ sex, rape: Child predator exposed
The identity of a 28-year-old man with a “sexual interest in children” and “high risk of reoffending” can be revealed after a young victim spoke up.
Making Qld safer? Teen murder charges pile pressure on Premier
Premier David Crisafulli is under pressure on his youth crime election pledge after two teens were charged with a stabbing murder.
New details on baby boy’s alleged killer dad amid shock court claim
The identity of a seven-month-old boy, pulled from a lake at a Qld park, can be revealed as more details about the dad charged with manslaughter emerge. LATEST.
Regional Qld’s darkest year: Inside the tragedies that rocked us all
The alleged murder of Pheobe Bishop, the violent death of toddler Sophie Rose at the hands of her now dead mother and the drowning of a seven month old baby have left us all wondering what is going on.
‘Sorry mum’: Tears after concreter caught with guns, drugs outside jail
A young concreter had an emotional court exchange with his mother as he was sentenced for his role in a weapons and drugs bust at a Qld jail carpark.
Police prepare report for coroner on sudden death investigation
Police have given an update on the investigation into the death of John Steenbergen at his beloved business site near the Gympie Aerodrome.
Both parents in jail: Court hears of background of accused teen killers
A court has heard about the troubling circumstances of the two teens charged over the murder of Zdravko Bilic, who was found dead outside his Queensland house.
Lavish holidays, dream business: Rise of beauty mogul and her slain lover
A dream life of business success and global adventures for a high-flying glamour couple has turned into a nightmare after a devastating stabbing at their beachfront property.
Convicted kidnapper, violent criminal hid himself before police raid
A Kilkivan man with a violent criminal past spanning two states, padlocked his home and hid inside when he learnt multiple police were on their way to arrest him.
‘Feel like raping’: Bedroom burglar ‘wrestled’ as he tries to take girls
“It’s my turn”, an insidious intruder said as he terrorised multiple family homes, trying to abduct young girls amid a shocking sexually charged spree.
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Gympie weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Gympie Magistrates Court, Friday, July 18
Here is a list of matters listed at Gympie Magistrates Court on Friday.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Gympie weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Gympie Magistrates Court, Thursday, July 17
Here is a list of matters listed at Gympie Magistrates Court on Thursday.
Teen trio among four killed in two horror crashes just hours apart
A motorbike rider has been killed just hours a catastrophic crash which claimed the lives of three teenage friends on a nearby road in Mackay. UPDATES.
MAPPED: How teens’ alleged deadly crime spree unfolded
The violent murder of a Sunshine Coast man in his front yard, allegedly committed by two teenage boys, was part of a broader 200km crime spree, police claim. SEE THE MAP.
Hostages, hold-ups, crashes: Inside crazed carjacker’s chaotic spree
From an Audi driver held hostage to a LandCruiser stolen at knifepoint, the staggering number of victims this one Qld maniac managed to terrorise and the wild police chase that followed can be revealed.
Seriously injured man flown to hospital after crash
A man has suffered “potentially life-threatening” injuries in a crash in Central Queensland.
Iconic waterfront property back on market … there’s just one catch
A comparably affordable Qld marina with a restaurant, bed and breakfast, shops and a home for the owner is up for sale. Its colourful history could spell disaster or add to its charm depending on the buyer.
$100m luxury village build changes hands and design
Construction is about to begin on a game changing ‘lifestyle’ development on the Southside of Gympie.
Charity unveils plans for new social housing at Gympie
A Sunshine Coast charity has unveiled its plans to build a two-storey social unit complex at Gympie to help ease an ongoing housing crisis for the region’s most vulnerable.
$46 million sales, 31 properties: Six-figure sales blitz across Gympie
An equine centre, cattle run, and residential homes are among more than 30 Gympie region properties snapped up in a three-month multimillion-dollar market blitz. See the list:
Ultimate luxury car for old people with money … who don’t like to spend it
The Lexus RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid joins the options for the luxury marque’s pioneering large SUV.
‘Screaming’ CBD drifters spark SOS as tourists flee, business hurts
The continued deterioration of Maryborough’s CBD, now ruled by ‘fear, not Heritage’ is subject to fresh calls for urgent action after a hundreds-strong crisis meeting failed to trigger the change the city needs. VIDEO.
Cruel twist as beloved dad fights for life after skylight fall
The family of a beloved Qld dad who suffered brain bleeds and broken bones in a shocking building site fall is facing another setback.
‘Gympie’s on the up’: Old pet store transformed into new retail hub
Eight businesses have opened in Mary Street within a stylish multi-level studio, breathing new life into an old building. See the two-level walkthrough:
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