Fury at slap on wrist for treating cops like punching bags
At least 12 Queensland police officers are seriously assaulted every week while on the job but less than half of offenders spend time in jail for it, a top criminologist says.
State Election
Outback icon hangs up boxing gloves for political ring fight
When a tent boxer and Pauline Hanson entered the ring no one could have predicted what happened next. Now the Birdsville Races regular has a new fight on her hands.
Minister’s cheeky move at LNP rival’s campaign launch
Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon has ambushed her celebrity election opponent’s campaign launch, sparking LNP accusations of “desperation”.
Youth experts call on Labor to match LNP residential care pledge
The number of children in residential care has exploded, more than doubling in the past six years. The LNP has put forward its plan to fix the overburdened system and now the peak body representing the sector is calling on Labor to step up.
500 new jobs, $6m investment: How you can tap into new energy push
One Mackay manufacturer has been the beneficiary of hundreds of thousands of dollars in investment, allowing them to improve energy efficiency and hire more workers. But another business has blasted the government over rising energy costs.
‘Pick up the phone’: Union responds to Watts over asset sales
Toowoomba MP Trevor Watts has pledged to meet with one of the state’s most powerful unions ahead of next month’s election over the threat of energy asset sales. Read the ETU’s response here:
Statewide carnage: Young dad dies after 24hr Bruce Hwy shutdown
A 29-year-old truck driver, killed in a crash, has been identified and his long-haul colleagues are ‘in fear every night’ having to risk their lives on a 1400km death trap as industry experts slam the catastrophic cost of the bloody Bruce Highway.
Premier ‘snubbed’: Miles responds to eye-opening Palaszczuk video
Premier Steven Miles has given his response after footage appeared to capture his predecessor and one-time political ally Annastacia Palaszczuk brutally snubbing him when asked for her endorsement. WATCH THE VIDEO
Miles promises satellite hospital for at-risk seat
Premier Steven Miles has promised a satellite hospital to Mackay if re-elected in October but laughed off suggestions it was a political decision, claiming the Labor safe seat isn’t marginal despite polling showing otherwise.
Young LNP gun shapes up to target Health Minister’s seat
A young South East Queensland councillor has joined LNP ranks to take on Health Minister Shannon Fentiman in the state election in the seat of Waterford.
Labor’s scathing attack on Greens over ‘backdoor deal’ with LNP
Labor has attacked the Greens, accusing them of striking a backdoor preference deal with the LNP, after the minor party claimed it was poised to steal several key inner-city seats
‘The biggest public health threat of our times’
Experts say instances of self harm linked to social media use are at virus epidemic levels, labelling it “the biggest public health threat of our times”.
‘Care factor zilch’: Uber driver hit by kid car thief calls for new laws
An Uber driver who lost a colleague to an alleged teen murderer and was almost taken out by a 15-year-old in a stolen car, has backed proposed LNP youth crime laws as her city records a 270% increase in car thefts.
‘One wheel off road’: Why truckie’s wife wants ‘urgent’ fix for Bruce Hwy
The wife of a truck driver living near a notoriously bad Bruce Highway stretch is leading a new charge for the long-demanded urgent upgrade between Gympie and the Fraser Coast.
80+ Faces: Gympie parties as countdown starts to Bypass opening
Thousands of residents from as far away as Brisbane have celebrated the looming completion of the $1bn Gympie Bypass at a mammoth street party as new details emerge on when it will open. SEE THE VIDEOS, PICS
Labor promises to open Gracemere high school in 2028
A Gracemere high school advocacy group mum who was waiting for the Premier at his abandoned press conference about high school funding has made her own commitment – to hold both parties to account.
‘Why do they hate Mackay?’: Premier fires back at hydro detractors
The premier has defended the hydro scheme against critics with “no alternative whatsoever”, saying cancellation would mean Central Queensland missing out on “billions of dollars worth of investment and jobs”.
OFFICIAL: Mackay scores new deputy mayor
Belinda Hassan has been replaced as deputy mayor of Mackay Regional Council. See how her replacement plans on ‘steadying the ship’.
Greens push for 10pm flight curfew in bid for inner-city seats
The Greens are using airport noise from government-funded late night flights as a weapon to target inner-city seats from Labor at the upcoming state election.
‘No consultation’: The Pauline Hanson letter that cut ties with MP
A colourful One Nation MP has revealed how and why he was disendorsed by the Pauline Hanson-led party less than 100 days out from the Queensland election. DETAILS.
Union is holding the state hostage
Premier Steven Miles has shown himself to be spectacularly ineffective at reeling in the CFMEU, writes Kylie Lang.
‘Want her on my team’: Miles makes captain’s pick for ‘safe’ seat
With Julieanne Gilbert bowing out, Premier Steven Miles has thrown his weight behind Mackay deputy mayor Belinda Hassan to replace her, but some of her colleagues are less than impressed. See what it means for voters.
Deputy mayor denies working in MP’s office during campaign
A regional Queensland deputy mayor widely expected to drop out of council to run for a Labor safe seat was working as a casual in the office while her local government election votes were being counted.
Rumours swirl of three-term MP being rolled
As rumours swirl of a three-term Labor MP being replaced with a regional Queensland deputy mayor, she insists she’s not going anywhere, and the party has backed her.
‘Adult crime, adult time’: LNP reveals major youth crime policy
LNP leader David Crisafulli announced details of the party’s youth crime policy at its state convention, but it may appeal to vengeful voters, it has experts worried.
‘My life is up for scrutiny’: Meaghan Scanlon on relationship with fellow MP
Meaghan Scanlon has opened up on her relationship with fellow MP Mark Bailey and a childhood tragedy that shaped her rise in Queensland politics.
Viral, sexy, hilarious: Meet Qld’s top 100 TikTok stars
Pranksters, foodie bloggers, adorable doggos and ‘POV’ skit comedians – TikTok’s ‘for you page’ is full of creative content creators, many of which live in the Sunshine State. Meet Qld’s top 100 TikTok stars, ranked.
‘This is about being smart’: Government urged to rebuke threats towards kids in care
Experts have lauded the announcement of a new youth crime task-force and urged Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s government to rebuke community aggression toward children in foster care.
First look: Plans for new farmers market to open in 2023
Organisers of popular Sunshine Coast and Noosa farmers markets want to bring weekly events to a new location, set to feature an entertainment lawn and bespoke artwork.
1000+ ‘homes’: 47ha beachside project a game-changer
Plans have been unveiled for a futuristic development at Hervey Bay including five gated ‘villages’, four premium residential estates, medical centres, commercial precincts, cafes and multiple sport precincts. SEE THE PLANS
Voters head back to ballot box for Callide
Just two weeks after the Federal election, residents of Callide will return to the ballot box from today to fill the state vacancy left by Colin Boyce.
Up to 60mm still to come as cops guide stranded pair to safety
Up to 60mm of rain is still expected to fall on Saturday as police were required to guide a pair to safety in the hinterland after a treacherous night on Sunshine Coast roads.
Gleeso: We need a fact-checking body for election scare campaigns
Forget a federal ICAC, just let voters know when they’re being taken for a ride, writes Peter Gleeson.
Never to be released – but Qld’s ‘Charles Manson’ wants to die free
A depraved and sadistic child killer and serial kidnapper – one of the few Queensland prisoners to be jailed indefinitely – has made a bid for freedom after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Doctor‘s permanent ban after groping female patients
A Queensland doctor with a history of groping female patients has been indefinitely disqualified from applying for registration.
‘Chasm of grief, sadness’: The Borg’s devastating loss of daughter
As he signals his return to the political limelight, former LNP leader Lawrence Springborg has opened up about more personal matters, including the tragic death in 2020 of his beautiful, bright daughter Megan, admitting “it’s not an easy thing, not at all”.
‘Done to death’: Minister refuses to answer email questions
Mark Bailey has refused to answer questions about an email saga that has dogged the state government, insisting Queenslanders were not interested in the issue.
‘Mutant virus circulating corridors’: Premier warns hotels can’t hold UK strain
Annastacia Palaszczuk has warned the highly contagious UK COVID strain is ‘circulating in hotel corridors’ and has asked the Federal Government for help, saying she fears the current hotel system won’t be able to contain the mutant variant.
Qld declares Sydney Northern Beaches a hot spot
Queensland has declared Sydney’s Northern Beaches region a coronavirus hot spot, meaning anyone visiting there must quarantine for 14 days upon entering the Sunshine State.
‘Dismal failure’: Premier attacked over fire fight
The Palaszczuk Government’s handling of the Fraser bushfire disaster has been a “dismal failure” the Opposition says, but the Premier has defended those claims as the island continues to burn.
Greens duo join protest forces
South Brisbane Greens MP Amy MacMahon has committed to supporting protests that align with her party’s values, adding that she did not disagree with all tactics used by climate group Extinction Rebellion.
Kaiser post sparks ‘jobs for mates’ claim
A former Queensland Labor MP who once admitted to involvement in vote-rigging will become a top State Government bureaucrat in a move welcomed by industry but attacked by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s political rivals.
‘Great step forward’: Scanlon’s first day on frontbench
The Gold Coast’s only Labor MP has said being named as Queensland’s youngest cabinet minister is a “great step forward” for the city.
Risks David Crisafulli must take if he wants to be Premier
Freshly minted Queensland LNP leader, David Crisafulli, needs to take some risks with policy reform if he ever wants to be Premier, writes Peter Gleeson.
OPINION: Qld’s assistant ministers need to earn their money
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk argues her bevy of new, highly-paid assistant ministers will be vital to Queensland’s COVID recovery. But if they’re to get anything done, she’ll have to give them more than the scone-eating, ceremonial powers they currently possess, writes JESSICA MARSZALEK.
Labor vindicated in two recounts
The Electoral Commission of Queensland has declared Labor as the victors in two recounts, officially delivering them 52 seats in the new parliament.
Ballooning cabinet to cost taxpayers $1m
With half the Labor caucus now holding a ministry or assistant ministry, taxpayers will cough up an extra $1 million over four years for the expansion.
Rudd’s challenge to Palaszczuk after Coast wins
Former prime minister Kevin Rudd says the State Labor Government must deliver for the Sunshine Coast after Labor claimed the seats of Caloundra and Nicklin.
Crisafulli ‘hungry’ to win, Premier ‘doesn’t really care’
The LNP party room has elected David Crisafulli as its new leader, but Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk seems unfazed by her latest opponent.
Recount ordered: Two Qld electorates under review
The Election Commission of Queensland has confirmed it will conduct recounts in two Queensland electorates after a request from the LNP following the State Election.
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