‘Friend to many’: Man killed, cattle put down after B-double horror
Tributes for a 56-year-old man killed in a collision with a B-double cattle truck car on the Warrego Highway.
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1000+ photos: Qld’s most amazing weather shots over the years
Queensland is known for its wild weather – we look back at the most stunning and shocking storm photos from recent years. SEE THE FULL GALLERY
Murder accused’s odd admission as grim details emerge in trial
‘I’ll lay it out’: A Toowoomba man has pleaded not guilty to the alleged murder of his neighbour, with a jury at his trial told that the man made a surprising admission to police.
Tradesman commits horrific DV breach with knife in front of child
A Toowoomba region tradesman who committed a traumatic breach of a domestic violence order in front of his child has fronted court.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending November 17
There were 45 properties sold in Ipswich last week, with 88 new listings in the region. See the latest auction and sales results.
One dead, one fighting for life after crash west of Brisbane
One woman has died and another is fighting for life following a two-vehicle crash west of Brisbane.
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
Sparkling through the storm: 100+ photos from Redbank Plains SHS’s formal
Redbank Plains State High School’s graduating class of 2024 dazzled at their formal, with countless memorable entrances and big smiles that continued even after the heavy storm drenched more than a few sauve suits and sparkling gowns.
Housing boost as developer gets $1.3bn green light to sell off estates
Approval for a developer to sell off 12 of its housing estates, including four in South East Queensland, will boost the supply of new dwellings.
80+ Photos: Bremer students dazzle at 2024 formal
From vintage trucks to limousines, Bremer State High School Year 12 students arrived from the most unique vehicles at their formal on Tuesday. SEE THE GALLERY.
Outrage as iconic racetrack bans all EVs from competing
The sun has set on testing and racing electric vehicles at a Queensland dragstrip deeming the fire risks too high.
Three rum bottles, 18 cans: Teen released after violent bottle-o robbery
Following a spate of incidents at a Toowoomba shopping centre bottle shop, a court was told employees were too fearful to work, however a single mother who felt she had no choice is now plagued by nightmares and panic attacks after a violent robbery.
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
Morning shop masturbation lands ex-serviceman in court
A former Australian Army serviceman has pleaded guilty to exposing himself in public after two women and a child were confronted by the masturbating bus driver at a busy Toowoomba shopping centre carpark.
Boy from bush who started 1600 church movement dies
Australia’s first TV evangelist and the founder of one of the fastest growing church movements with churches around the world has died. VIDEOS
Teen sentenced for role in violent shopping centre carjacking
A court has been told a woman was confronted by three Darling Downs teenagers as she loaded her groceries into her car at a major Ipswich shopping centre when her life changed forever.
Four people in hospital after tractor rollover, separate crashes
Four people have been taken to hospital in the Lockyer Valley and Darling Downs regions following a tractor rollover and separate crashes overnight. DETAILS.
Police allege woman ‘indecently dealt with’ vulnerable person
Police have charged a Toowoomba woman with a number of concerning offences after an alleged incident involving a ‘mentally impaired person’.
POLL: Vote for the best AFL club in regional Queensland
Aussie rules clubs from the Sunshine Coast all the way up to Cairns and everywhere in between feature in our list of the best going around. HAVE YOUR SAY.
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
Drone images reveal devastating scene of double fatal truck collision
A major regional highway was closed for almost 20 hours after two trucks collided in a horrific crash which claimed two lives and injured six others. PHOTOS
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.
How Wieambilla police shooting changed Qld gun laws forever
Controversial firearm prohibition orders have been introduced and an amendment related to the Wieambilla murders have been made to Qld gun laws under the new Community Safety Bill.
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.
Night of terror: Pregnant woman strangled, face broken
Named: A Toowoomba man who beat a pregnant woman with a broom, steel rod, a chair, and steel cap boots has been jailed. Here’s when he’ll be released back into the community.
’Refreshing as a bottleshop coolroom’: Hilarious take on property listings
An Aussie real estate agent who looks more like a truckie and has a name to match has turned property listings into a hilarious art form. Have a read of some of his absolute crackers!
Man charged after shots allegedly fired in altercation with woman
A man has been charged after allegedly holding a gun to a woman’s head and firing shots into the air in an altercation west of Brisbane.
‘Paralysed with fear’: DV thug escapes jail time, conviction
A Toowoomba man who ‘broke’ his former partner, committing a number of humiliating, degrading, and disturbing domestic violence acts, will not serve any jail time or have a conviction recorded.
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.
‘My worst night I made $10’: Inside the lives of strip club dancers
Queensland strip club dancers may not make the six figure incomes that some OnlyFans creators do but neither do most OF creators. So what are the pros and cons of dancing in a club versus performing online? TAKE A PEEK
Teen smashes vase into homeowner’s face, causes in $30k damage
Following a bloody home invasion, a Toowoomba court was told a homeowner spent $30,000 on medical bills and had to renege on a business venture after the terrifying ordeal.
‘Like 50 MCGs’: More than 20 crews battle massive fire
Firefighters spent more than three days battling 4m high flames near Warwick. Here’s the latest.
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.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending November 3
There were 33 properties sold in Ipswich last week, with 78 new listings in the region. See the latest auction and sales results.
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.
Giant hail warning for Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Logan, Ipswich
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for people in parts of Ipswich, Gympie, Logan, Somerset, Scenic Rim, Sunshine Coast and Noosa Council Areas.
‘Had to be sedated’: Man knees female cop in chest at Qld hotel
A man who kneed a female police officer in the chest at a Queensland hotel became so violent extraordinary measures had to be taken.
‘Busy’: 70+ charges for 23yo in alleged hold-up, hwy crash
The staggering list of alleged crimes committed by a Gold Coast man across SEQ before he and his Rockhampton girlfriend were arrested after a crash on the Sunshine Coast, can be revealed.
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.
Judge orders rape trial to go ahead without DNA evidence
A man accused of raping a Darling Downs woman is set to contest the charge before police finish compiling their evidence. Here’s why.
Meth, MDMA, cannabis: Police bust low-level drug dealer
A Toowoomba butcher caught dealing drugs was slapped with a jail term after fronting court for drug trafficking. Here’s how he was caught.
Man guilty of awful pub assault at granny’s 60th
A tradesman has walked free from court after being sentenced for punching an unconscious man, breaking his jaw, at a Toowoomba pub while celebrating his girlfriend’s grandmother’s 60th birthday.
Albo on board as Crisafulli drops Olympic stadium hint
Premier-elect David Crisafulli used his first conversation with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to discuss the delivery of Brisbane’s Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending October 27
See the latest auction and sales results in Ipswich for last week.
Greens’ wishlist wipe-out as minor parties lose power in savage election slump
All three of Queensland’s bigger minor parties have gone backwards in a shock result few saw coming, with One Nation’s future as a political force now in question.
Premier’s early phone call after critics slam ‘pathetic’ speech
Defiant in a speech to party faithful on Saturday night that critics labelled ‘pathetic’, Steven Miles has this morning called his successor.
‘Turning point’: How new Premier claimed victory after tight count
David Crisafulli has ushered in a new era for Queensland in front of a raucous legion of supporters. HOW ELECTION NIGHT UNFOLDED
Gallery: Queensland election day in photographs
After a four-week campaign, polling booths have opened and party leaders are already out and about greeting voters.
Jetskis, supercars, Yatala pies: Premier’s final campaign push
He’s rocked up on a jetski, chowed down on a meat pie and had a dash in a V8 Supercar – Steven Miles has now hit 30 of the 36 seats he set out to visit over the final 48 hours of the campaign.
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