Axe-wielding robbers restrain elderly man, steal 26 guns, cops allege
A group of axe-wielding intruders have allegedly held an elderly South East Queensland man against his will on his property, making off with 26 guns.
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‘Terrible tragedy’: Victims of fiery light plane crash named
A war veteran with more than 14,000 flight hours has been identified as one of the victims who was killed in a light plane crash near Oakey, as investigators probe the cause.
$1500 gulf in fees: The SEQ councils slugging residents the most
Residents of one South East Queensland council area will pay $1500 more a year for rates, fees and water than their neighbours, new data shows. SEE HOW MUCH YOU’LL PAY.
Bayside footy centre in limbo after Alder exits $61m contract
A major construction company has exited a $61 million contract to build a bayside football precinct after a two-year delay in the supply of environmental data from the local council.
Trailblazer empowers women to build a future in construction
Toowoomba’s leading lady in the Darling Downs construction industry highlighted the female touch as the missing link in the industry after her win at the Downs and Western Housing and Construction Awards.
Alleged sexual predator denies luring boys to ‘teen paradise’
A travelling biscuit salesman on trial for an alleged child sex crime has denied accusations he created an “adult-free paradise” for boys to “cut loose” at his properties in rural Queensland.
Drink or drug drivers taken off Toowoomba roads in July
Live list: Each month, dozens of Toowoomba drivers front court for drink or drug driving. Here’s a list of locals who’ve lost their licences for the offence so far this month.
Meet some of the young stars taking the stage for CGEN 2025
Curtains will go up on Friday with 2000 students from Queensland taking to the stage for Creative Generation (CGEN) after months of preparation and rehearsals.
Blood smears, drug deals, stolen cars: Crim jailed for latest spree
A court has been told a recidivist car thief from Toowoomba left a trail of blood for police during a crime spree across South East Queensland.
Worst behaved primary students: Suspension rates of 800+ Qld schools
New data reveals Queensland’s worst behaved primary students, with one school of just 330 children recording a staggering 197 disciplinary absences in 2024. THREE YEARS OF DATA, INTERACTIVE MAP
Teen pleads guilty to heartless carjacking of elderly woman
A 16-year-old boy involved in the violent carjacking of an elderly woman and subsequent crime spree in her stolen car has been sentenced.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending July 13
Raceview proved to be a hot market last week with five properties selling for a total value of $3.2 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Man stabbed in altercation at major shopping centre
Police have laid charges after a man was stabbed in the stomach at a major South East Queensland shopping centre.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending July 12
Raceview proved to be a hot market last week with five properties selling for a total value of $3.2 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Monsters, lawless teens: Inside record number of Qld court appeals
Since taking the legal helm of a state rocked by senseless crimes, Qld’s Attorney-General has challenged a record number of sentences. We speak to the families of victims and get rare insight into the process.
Aussie school girls on fire at sevens rugby champs
NSW and Queensland showed they will be the teams to beat at the Australian schools sevens rugby championships but there was another state with plenty to celebrate. Day 1 wrap
Man who killed mate in crash, tight-lipped during police probe
When a recidivist property offender killed an 18-year-old girl during a high-speed police pursuit through Toowoomba, a court heard the man was in possession of a second stolen car.
Killed dog found zip-tied in yard, court heard
A man who killed a female dog, causing her undue pain and suffering, has been spared jail time. Here’s why he said he did it.
Cops make impromptu drug bust during wild street brawl
A Toowoomba man caught with a pocket full of drugs while running away from an all-in street brawl said he wasn’t involved in the “melee” which was “none of his business”.
Qld’s most wanted – and the cash rewards for catching them
The identities of some of the state’s most wanted criminals remain a mystery – here are their chilling crimes and the cash rewards on offer for their capture.
Industrial Registrar shuts down teachers union election inquiry bid
A Queensland Teachers’ Union election dispute has concluded after the Industrial Registrar rejected claims of irregularities, ending a lengthy legal battle within union ranks.
Fashion, cash … cocaine: ‘Dream holiday’ to hell for accused teen drug mule
One of the four women charged over an alleged cocaine import plot claims she was going to Canada to pick up luggage containing designer clothing.
$110 more: ‘Ludicrous’ power bill hikes for 80,000 Queenslanders
A government-owned electricity retailer is increasing power prices by double the amount of some of its rivals in Qld. See if you’re affected and watch the video on how to get a better deal.
Watch: Man charged with attempted murder after allegedly running down stranger
A man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly running down a stranger with his car after a fight.
Wanted list: Arrest warrants released for court no-shows
UPDATED: Toowoomba police have been handed a stack of arrest warrants after a number of people failed to show up to court.
Dad cleared of charges over pub brawl skull fracture
A former amateur boxer and tradesman accused of fracturing a man’s skull during a pub brawl in the Lockyer Valley has been cleared of the charge.
Man who ran down and killed mate after drug deal appeals conviction
A Queensland man is appealing his sentence after a jury found him guilty of murder by running down his mate on the side of the Warrego Highway after a $40k drug deal went wrong.
Man fights for life, another arrested after horror crash
Police are inspecting a car with a smashed windscreen and speaking with multiple people after a man was critically injured and another was arrested following a horror pedestrian crash.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending July 6
There were 24 properties sold in Ipswich last week, with 89 new listings in the region. See the latest auction and sales results.
I thought I was just tired … then my world changed in an instant
Charlotte Hassing felt fine, just a bit tired … but then her world changed in an instant.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending July 5
See the latest auction and sales results in Ipswich for last week.
Unveiled: Alleged teen crims front court on combined 82 charges
Juveniles, charged with almost 100 offences, fronted Toowoomba court for a range of alleged crimes, from a violent sickle robbery to petty theft.
‘The Crabman’ exposed: The bloke who allegedly meddled after Pheobe’s death
He’s a keen fisherman and father, but who is the man charged with accessory after the fact in relation to the alleged murder of Pheobe Bishop?
Major update in case against teen charged with grandma’s murder
The case against the teenage boy accused of murdering Vyleen White at a South East Queensland shopping centre carpark has taken a major step at Brisbane Supreme Court.
Drink or drug drivers taken off Toowoomba roads in June
From a young dad who claimed to be racing to help his pregnant girlfriend, to a defence worker who crashed into a car while almost four times the limit, here’s a list of Toowoomba drink or drug drivers who fronted court in June.
Meth, DMT, coke: Former dealer cops weapon charges
Months after a former Toowoomba drug dealer pleaded guilty to trafficking drugs, the Logan man fronted court for manufacturing and selling weapons.
Rainbow from heaven and a nation’s tears as family farewells Pheobe
The family of Queensland teenager Pheobe Bishop shared a touching message before saying a tearstained final farewell to the young woman whose death broke hearts across the nation. SEE THE VIDEO
Man dies in motorhome crash, woman pinned in separate incident
A man has died after his motorhome struck a pole, and an elderly female pedestrian was trapped under a vehicle in separate accidents west of Brisbane.
Car thief commits disturbing crime of filming couple in bed during break-in
A disturbing M.O. of a group of Toowoomba property offenders was revealed in court when a young man pleaded guilty to recording in breach of a homeowner’s privacy and distributing intimate images online.
Recidivist car thief, home invader released onto streets
A young man who went on a crime spree across the Toowoomba region, raking up more than 50 crimes, has been released back into the community after serving 252 days in custody.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending June 29
Brassall proved to be a hot market last week with five properties selling for a total value of $4.2 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Ipswich sale and auction results, week ending June 28
Brassall proved to be a hot market last week with five properties selling for a total value of $4.2 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Frost, unseasonal rain expected for parts of Qld
Rain, frosty temperatures and big swells are set to ruin the start of the school holidays across the southeast and central Queensland, the weather bureau has warned.
White collar crime: Toowoomba fraud case faces uncertainty
Lawyers representing a Toowoomba woman accused of major employee fraud have made a bid to police to downgrade the charges.
Major highway at a standstill after serious two-vehicle crash
Traffic is at a standstill and four people are in hospital after a serious two-vehicle crash on the Warrego Highway west of Brisbane.
DV monster tries to douse partner in petrol, run her over
A repeat domestic violence offender who maimed his former partner in a drug fuelled collision in Ipswich has continued his crimes against his new girlfriend.
Warrants released: Police hunt for court no-shows
Updated list: Many Toowoomba residents will be getting a knock on their door after failing to appear in court, after a Toowoomba magistrate issued a number of arrest warrants.
Woman accused of stealing $100k from boss
A Toowoomba bookkeeper is under investigation for allegedly stealing more than $100,000 from her employer, which has serviced Darling Downs communities since the 80s.
How much your water bill is set to soar from next week
Tens of thousands of households across SEQ including in Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa will be hit with rising water bill costs from July 1.
Revealed: Queensland suburbs with highest childcare costs
Childcare is eating up more than half the median household income in six Queensland regions – making it the most expensive state in Australia for parents. See how much you’ll pay.
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