Young man flown to hospital after being badly burnt in campfire
A man in his 20s has been flown to hospital after suffering burns from a campfire in the Maranoa region. DETAILS.
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‘SatCat’s positioned’: Telcos ready to mobilise
Additional telecommunication employees from other states are ready to deploy to Queensland in anticipation of Cyclone Alfred cutting phone and internet lines.
Accused shooter fronts court over alleged murder of Toowoomba mum
Police have charged a southwest man with the alleged murder of a much-loved Toowoomba mum who was shot and killed in broad daylight.
Can I use Dettol? How do I get them out of my yard? Cane toads explained
Can I use chemicals to kill cane toads? And how do I keep them out of my yard? YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Abrupt end to Toowoomba rape trial
A Toowoomba man who pleaded not guilty to the rape of a teenager on the streets has had the charge dropped in the middle of his trial.
Saucy snaps: Qld’s new generation of OnlyFans stars uncovered
Hundreds of young Queensland women are living their dream life thanks to the insane money they earn from online content. This is the next generation of stars beginning to make a splash.
Mapped: Qld’s worst flood zones as $30bn battle plan floated
Building flood levees, strengthening homes and even relocating residents are among the recommendations of a $30bn future flood strategy.
‘I was a deadset d*ckhead’: Tradie’s second snake bite horror
A young Queensland tradie bitten the second time by a potentially deadly snake says he was ‘just trying to keep my hopes up that I was going to see tomorrow’.
Toowoomba Bishop calls on faithful to pray for Pope Francis
As Pope Francis battles pneumonia and a respiratory tract infection, Bishop Ken Howell has called on the faithful to unite in prayer.
Could this outback Qld town hold the answer to our housing crisis?
Outback Queensland may hold the key to the state’s consistent housing crisis with stage 1 of a major development unveiled. FULL STORY HERE.
Major highway temporarily blocked after go-cart trailer catches fire
A fire that started on a trailer carrying what appeared to be go-carts caused a major highway to be temporarily blocked. Our crash and emergency wrap here:
Mates bought a pub over a carton and a few sneaky rums
Two young Aussie blokes have revealed how they agreed to buy an outback pub after a heavy drinking session with the publican.
I said I’d never cruise again, see why I’ve changed my mind
After 23 years I took the plunge and went on the seven day cruise of the South Pacific I said I would never do again. Here’s my guide and tips for a fabulous cruising holiday.
Watch: 14 explosive moments from youth crime forum
From a mother saying she was too scared to leave the house, to a prominent figure saying he was “ready” if criminals returned to his home, these were the most shocking moments of Wednesday’s explosive youth crime forum held in Toowoomba.
Drug drivers nabbed in St George blitz
Police have been actively targeting drug drivers in the St George area, with seven people charged.
Why power prices could surge by 60 per cent
New modelling predicts Queenslanders will pay a significantly higher cost for electricity by 2035 without a replacement for a scrapped major project.
Lucky escape for couple after caravan rolls on remote highway
The vehicles are in a bad way, but the occupants have walked away without injury.
Serial DV abuser chases down daughter while wielding two knives
A court heard a man posted a vile video about his daughter to social media, goading her to attend his Toowoomba home where he threatened to stab her after sharpening a number of knives.
LifeFlight welcomes new doctors at Toowoomba and Roma bases
LifeFlight doctors face unique challenges, which is why their preparation involves white-knuckling training, like being submerged underwater in a helicopter.
‘Did what we’re required to do’: Hero cops honoured at awards service
From saving a man’s life to busting an illegal firearm ring or helping young children understand the law, these awards pay tribute to the varied roles police play in our community.
Highway cut after fuel tanker crashes
Two men are in the hospital and a massive clean up effort is under way after a fuel truck crashed, pouring diesel and petrol across the road.
Truck driver suffers life-threatening head injury in serious rollover
A truck driver is fighting for his life after suffering a critical head injury after a rollover on a remote western Queensland road. DETAILS.
Urban myths and legends to keep you up at night
Non-human encounters, haunted highways, terrifying creatures and Min Min Lights are just the tip of the iceberg. Read the 35 Qld stories to haunt your dreams.
‘Woke agenda’: Frecklington defends rape missing from Adult Crime, Adult time laws
Tensions flared in parliament after the Crisafulli Government was repeatedly asked why rape and attempted murder were left out of new legislation pegged to hold teenagers accountable for ‘adult crimes’.
Alleged fraudulent tradies detected in Roma region
Police are the lookout for fraudulent tradies in the Roma region after two men demanded payment for painting the roof of a woman’s house, without her permission.
Is Donald Trump a brilliant leader or the village idiot?
Love him or hate him, Donald Trump gets things done. But will he go down as one of the great US presidents or a rogue doing more damage than good? HAVE YOUR SAY
Queensland’s gifted students thwarted by lack of options
Queensland’s most gifted students are being held back by a lack of selective schools, particularly for regional students, education experts say.
83mm in 60 mins: Morning storms after inland Qld hammered
Severe thunderstorms have hit parts of inland Queensland overnight, with one area recording more than 80mm in an hour, as more flared up this morning.
Thousands of dogs at risk as national pet registry goes dark
Animal rescue advocates are urging owners to check their pet microchips as a nationwide animal registry goes offline. Here’s what to do if you’re affected.
Police hope new video may lead to breakthrough in search for mum
New information has come to light surrounding the movements of a missing regional Queensland mother, who hasn’t been seen or heard from since February 2. Footage and update here.
Where $1billion in legal aid funding will be spent
A “critical” funding boost to meet the increasing demand for legal services across the state has been announced. See the FULL LIST of towns and organisations set to benefit.
Grim search for missing mum narrows to tiny town
Police are now focusing on a town of just 400 people amid “grave fears” for a missing mum, who lost contact with family just before her 29th birthday. LATEST.
‘Every little bit helps’: Loved ones of missing mum make urgent plea
Friends and family of a missing Queensland mum have called for anyone with information “no matter how big or small,” to come forward after she was last seen travelling on a southwest highway.
Four dead in four years: Inside notorious Qld jail
Following the latest death in custody at a Queensland jail, we look back at others who have died there in just a few years and the 20-year history of the grey cellblocks known for housing some of the state’s most high-profile prisoners.
Police seize more than $200,000 worth of stolen tools, vehicles
The raid uncovered a trove of expensive powers tools, several vehicles and a caravan that had all been allegedly stolen in recent months.
Visual timeline unpacks week of hell for flood-ravaged tiny town
In the dead of night, as most of Ingham slept, a torrent descended. Nothing will ever be the same again. This is the untold story of how the North Qld spirit conquered unimaginable tragedy and heartbreak.
Illegal weapons seized in police raid of Roma property
A Roma woman has booked herself a court date after police allegedly discovered illegal weapons at her property. DETAILS
Unmatched family law firm opens in Toowoomba
A leading Queensland family lawyer has launched a firm on the Darling Downs, providing the Toowoomba region with access to high-quality expertise, specialised experience, and fierce support.
Sport shorts: The Darling Downs and South West stories you need to see
Check out our latest instalment of sports shorts where we shine a light on the region’s sporting stories.
Premier: Why rebuilding this bridge is the definition of insanity
Rebuilding the Ollera Creek bridge on the Bruce Highway in the same location and at the same height doesn’t make a lot of sense, writes Premier David Crisafulli in an exclusive opinion piece.
Dodging abortion questions is not working Crisafulli – you need a Plan B
OPINION: Whatever your stance is on abortion, voters – whether they’re LNP, Labor, minor party or undecided – deserve to know how Mr Crisafulli will keep his promise to not change the laws, when many within his ranks want him to break it.
The Sunday Quiz: What is the tallest waterfall in the world?
Peter Dutton became Opposition Leader in what year? Which car firm makes the Camaro model? Put your knowledge of trivia to the test with The Sunday Quiz.
It’s a disaster: Damning report exposes how system let Qld down
Jaw-dropping tales of failures in disaster communications – including one in which a stranded group had to phone relatives in Scotland for help – have been laid bare.
Charleville mother makes history with regional nursing program
A UniSQ nursing program which allows students to study locally rather than travelling hundreds of kilometres has been hailed a success with its four new graduates finding employment.
Queensland Rugby League player charged with rape, sexual assault
A QRL player who returned to the state after a stint in NSW was charged with serious sexual offences less than two months after signing for his hometown club.
Watch: ‘I had a stroke in regional Qld – this new tech saved my life’
A Qld woman says she is alive because a new system, where strokes are diagnosed and “clot-busting” drugs given within minutes, is being piloted at her regional hospital. It comes ahead of a statewide rollout.
Crisafulli steadfast in pussyfooting around ‘adult time’ for teen rapists
The Crisafulli Government is a step closer to making the next raft of changes to the Youth Justice Act, however Queenslanders are no closer to getting confirmation that the changes will include harsher sentences for juvenile rapists.
Saving this number could save your life
Police are calling on residents to save this vital number in their phones in the hope that it will help separate emergency alerts from the deluge of scam text messages that are the scourge of every phone user.
Traffic police target speeding hotspots as school year starts
It has been a tragic start to 2025 on our roads and police will be out in force this week to protect our most vulnerable road users as they toddle off for their first day of school.
Hotspots ranked: Qld in midst of sexual violence crisis
Over the past 12 months, 11,749 victims of sexual abuse and rape have come forward across Queensland as the state grapples with a sexual violence crisis.
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