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‘Worst ever’: Fury as battle of the leaders erupts
Is Anthony Albanese ahead? Or is Peter Dutton on track for victory? HAVE YOUR SAY
‘I felt like I was in a war zone’: Beaudesert truckie drops first round of hay to devastated South West
A Beaudesert truckie who successfully won his campaign to drop off hay to flood affected South West Queensland said he was almost brought to tears upon seeing the extent of the destruction.
‘Carnage’: Flood-hit kids share devastation with PM
Anthony Albanese has toured a family’s flood hit property, much to the delight of two young brothers who now face the prospect of repairing kilometres of fence to keep wild dogs out. SEE THE VIDEO
Sister’s heartbreak after human remains found near missing mum’s ute
The sister of missing mum Tayla Spies has vowed to “bring her home where she belongs” as the family awaits forensic testing results following the devastating discovery of human remains.
Minister stripped of responsibilities in wake of flood devastation
Disaster Recovery Minister Ann Leahy has been stripped of her community recovery responsibilities following a significant severe weather season that saw the state rocked by two major weather events.
‘Power of the people’: How hero truckie fought the law and won
A truckie who believed he was risking “a few nights in the tin” to deliver hay to struggling Queensland flood victims has revealed how he wants to inspire residents across the state to create change.
How you can help South West’s flood affected towns
As thousands of residents and hundreds of businesses across outback Queensland grapple with flooding the size of Victoria community leaders have appealed for those looking to help to do so in a way that will most benefit those impacted. DETAILS.
Devastating floods fail to dampen spirit of ‘resilient’ outback Qld town
A Thargomindah local says ‘resilience is built into the spirit of the town’ as residents look to recover in the wake of unprecedented destruction caused by record-breaking flooding.
Everybody appearing at Roma Magistrates Court, Wednesday, April 9
Here is a list of matters listed at Roma Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
Driver charged after crash leaves man with serious head injuries
A man was taken to hospital after a suspected drink driver crashed a car and caused life threatening injuries.
Missing mum’s sister confirms worst fears after grim discovery
The heartbroken sister of missing Queensland woman Tayla Spies has confirmed her family’s “devastating loss” after human remains were discovered on a remote property.
Man suffers ‘significant’ head injuries in rollover
A man has suffered “potentially life-threatening” injuries in a crash in the Western Downs region.
Truckie wins landmark victory to bring hay to flood affected town
In a true David versus Goliath moment, Beaudesert truckie Kris Jennings has taken on the powers that be and won, receiving the all clear to deliver hay to outback residents hit hard by flooding.
Native Title slammed as reason flood-hit town had no proper levee
The mayor of a Queensland town that has been inundated by floodwaters has hit out at Native Title, after a determination prevented the community from building an adequate levee to protect properties.
150k livestock dead: Outback’s biggest weather disaster in half a century
The Premier jetted into flood-ravaged outback Queensland to announce increased recovery grants and to vow to fight for funding to reinstate crucial infrastructure destroyed in the deluge.
SES rescue man and his horse from flood waters in Outback Qld
A man looking for medical attention for his horse became stranded on a major western Queensland highway due to flash flooding as emergency services came to his rescue.
‘Knee deep in mud picking up dead sheep’: Outback flood devastation revealed
A South West Queensland farmer says it could takes years to repair his property after devastating floods killed 6000 sheep and destroyed 60km of fencing.
Everybody appearing at Roma Magistrates Court, Monday, March 31
Here is a list of matters listed at Roma Magistrates Court on Monday.
Emergency declared for Adavale as flood waters impact homes
Police have issued an emergency declaration for parts of southwest Queensland as the massive deluge leaves one town underwater. READ THE LATEST
Everybody appearing at Roma Magistrates Court, Thursday, March 27
Here is a list of matters listed at Roma Magistrates Court on Thursday.
‘Genuine, gentle’ Qld teacher named as catastrophic crash victim
A 22-year-old who tragically died after crashing his restored classic Ford into a pole has been identified as a much-loved private college teacher.
Watch: The shocking video vegan protesters want you to see
Vegan protesters broke into a regional Queensland, family-owned abattoir and hid cameras above the kill floor. The footage they captured has led to an investigation by state regulators. WARNING: Graphic content.
Qld uni student claims her mark was slashed over acknowledgment of country
An enraged university student has claimed her tutor docked her marks on an assessment for not doing an acknowledgement of country, slamming the decision as “not fair”.
Teenager attacks security, bar manager in Ocean St boilover
A young woman has levelled a barrage of punches at a security guard and bar worker during a big night on the Sunshine Coast.
South West Qld’s top-selling homes of 2024
Regional Queensland has seen a massive growth in its residential property market, with values only expected to rise. See the rural homes that sold for millions.
‘Going to burn pub down’: Ousted drunk returns with petrol, lighter
An angry drunk stormed into a country Qld pub, dousing it in petrol and holding up a lighter. It wasn’t his only “disgusting” act that night.
$10m slashed off Crown Barangaroo penthouse asking price
Sydney’s swankiest apartment is back on the market, with a high-profile Luxe Listings agent dropped and the new team tasked with selling the six-bedroom unit spending $500,000 on staging.
Council set to auction off properties over unpaid rates
A regional Queensland council will auction off 16 privately-owned homes in a last-ditch resort to recoup thousands in unpaid rates. See the list of properties to be sold here.
Pain at the supermarket: how to save money
Shopping hurts hip pockets more than ever but supermarkets are not price gouging. Here’s what you can do.
How to deal with Donald Trump’s sharemarket slide
The worst stock market fall since Covid is worrying investors and superannuation savers, so what should you do?
Seven important tax tips for property investors
Cricket great Bill Lawry’s exclamation “it’s all happening” applies to real estate investors today, so don’t miss out on tax deductions.
Meet the Greens candidate campaigning in LNP stronghold
Maranoa’s Greens candidate Elizabeth Johnston says she will campaign to stop supermarket price gouging, cap rental increases and make GP visits free during the upcoming election.
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