From P-plates to Porsche: Logan teen to debut at Phillip Island
Logan teen Lincoln Evans, 17, has gone from passing his P-plates to racing a Porsche 911 GT3 at Phillip Island in just one week.
Southeast
Redland singled out for failing to adopt net zero emissions target
Redland is facing scrutiny as the only major South East Queensland council without a net zero emissions policy, prompting petitions demanding urgent action and clear commitments.
Financial risks exposed in 12 councils without audit committees
The Queensland Audit Office’s latest report has singled out 12 councils without audit committees and called for legislative changes after raising concerns about their financial sustainability.
Lease dispute blamed for snap closure of island’s transport centre
A lease dispute has forced the abrupt closure of the QGAP office in Dunwich, leaving North Stradbroke Island residents without access to essential government services.
Brisbane councillor’s April Fool’s ‘invasion’ joke backfires
A Brisbane councillor’s April Fool’s Day joke claiming Redland City’s annexation by Brisbane has sparked political backlash, with one particular image blasted as tone-deaf.
Shopping centre reopens after burst water main
A major bayside shopping centre will reopen this morning after after a weekend closure due to water failures.
Qlders urged to take up free flu jabs as record-breaking season looms
Queensland is bracing for a record-breaking flu season, with a Mater Hospital professor urging pregnant women and parents of young children to get vaccinated before the virus explodes.
Flood-affected suburbs to pay price of higher land values, rates
Homeowners and industrial landowners across Logan are bracing for huge council rate increases after land values across the city were jacked up nearly 20 per cent, including in areas that flood.FIND YOUR VALUATION HERE
Logan cheerleaders set to soar from suburbs to world stage
Cheerleading may be a popular topic for a Netflix series, but the sport is seeing a real-life surge in popularity in Logan with a group of athletes set to compete in Hawaii next month.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Brisbane Southeast weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Brisbane Southeast weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Holland Park Magistrates Court, Friday, April 4
Here is a list of matters listed at Holland Park Magistrates Court on Friday.
Everybody appearing at Wynnum Magistrates Court, Friday, April 4
Here is a list of matters listed at Wynnum Magistrates Court on Friday.
See inside this inner-city suburb’s “most affordable” penthouses
Sitting atop student accommodation and overlooking the river, these two penthouses are being advertised as the most affordable in the area.
Inside the Olympic suburb where prices could double in 10 years
One family worries how the Olympic Games will shape the future of their suburb, where prices are predicted to spike in the next decade.
Rate cut: Dutton’s $80k gift to Aussies
A Coalition plan to help more Aussies buy homes is a positive move, but may come with a dangerous side effect.
What real estate agents really want to hear from you
You know what you want when it comes to your next home but how do you get it? These are the best strategies to use when negotiating on a property purchase.
Live stream: Australian Water Polo League semi-finals
The Australian Water Polo League finals will continue on Saturday with eight teams left to battle it out across four huge semi-final clashes. Catch the action LIVE from 10am.
Queensland’s top under 17 players league revealed for City v Country clash
Many of Queensland rugby league’s leading under-17 players can be revealed here following the announcement of the City-Country boys and girls teams. Read a three word analysis on the players chosen and other selection highlights here.
Hospital Cup’s in-form players revealed in Rd 1 team of the week
Club rugby’s Hospital Cup: The round 1 team of the week features an emerging midfielder from GPS, a Fijian powerhouse signed by the Reds and a crowd pleaser from Easts. See who starred here ahead of round 2.
Meeting the King and Queen makers of Qld’s junior rep semi-finals
Meet the 40 King and Queen makers capable of turning the tide in six sudden death semi-final bouts this Saturday across the Connell and Harvey league competitions.
PM flying in to see Qld flood crisis after stinging rebuke
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to fly in to flood-ravaged western Queensland days after he was condemned by critics for not visiting earlier. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Murder charges dropped against parents after tiny girl’s death
For the past 14 months a Queensland mum and dad have had murder charges hanging over their heads – accused of neglecting their daughter’s health, causing her death. Now, there’s been a major shift.
Watch: Truck smashes into notorious rail bridge for third time
This notorious bridge was the first in Queensland to be fitted with a Structural Monitoring and Alert System after multiple truck strikes. It’s now been hit again. WATCH THE VIDEO
Emergency crews at scene of island rollover
Emergency crews are at the scene of a single-vehicle rollover on K’gari.
Albo’s WFH policy a winner with women
Peter Dutton’s pledge to get workers back to the office has proven to be a dead weight for the Coalition, with a new poll showing voters — particularly women — prefer Anthony Albanese’s WFH approach.
Park, Bunnings, Kmart: Why ‘monstrous’ Qld pedo is danger to every child
A shockingly brazen Queensland pedophile, who corners children in public places and commits unthinkable acts the second his “supervisor” isn’t watching, has claimed his 19th victim – a tiny girl in a playground toilet block.
Revealed: How to slash $60 a week from your grocery bill
As the cost of living spirals with families spending more than ever on groceries, experts have revealed how to save thousands of dollars at the checkout each year. SEE HOW
Incredible support after private school graduate’s shock cancer diagnosis
Rowan Tong-Law looks like any other healthy 19-year-old, but the former Brisbane Grammar School prefect is battling blood cancer, a diagnosis that shocked his family and community.
‘Sleazy’: Creepy men in Rachelle’s life flagged before her brutal murder
Rachelle Childs had raised concerns about various men just before she was murdered, including one who said something that didn’t sit quite right with her childhood friend. Listen to the podcast.
Emotional reason man who found Rachelle’s body gets ‘Team Chelle’ tatt
The man who made the chilling discovery of Rachelle’s burning body on the side of the road almost 24 years ago has opened up about why he got inked in her honour. Listen to the podcast.
First pictures: Mokbel’s emotional farewell to mother
See the exclusive first images of Tony Mokbel’s life as a free man, as the drug kingpin follows through on his promise to visit his mother’s grave and say farewell.
Why Tony Mokbel isn’t the man he once was
On being sentenced to three decades in jail, Tony Mokbel worked the room like a salesman but today he retired the swagger of previous court appearances. Here’s a close look inside today’s courtroom.
World
China hits US with massive tariffs as Wall Street plummets
The US stock market cratered for the second straight day as China whacked the US with whopping tariffs in retaliation to Donald Trump’s sweeping global levies.
Russell Brand responds to rape, sexual assault charges
Russell Brand has been charged with a series of sexual offences by UK police but the British actor and comedian has had his say. See the video.
Prince William makes surprise legal move
Prince William has broken with royal tradition by making a “bold” statement, which follows in the footsteps of his late mother, Princess Diana.
US sends Israel weapons cache, dozens dead in Gaza shelter strike
An air strike on a Gaza shelter Israel claims was a hiding spot for Hamas militants has killed at least 31 as Donald Trump provided Israeli police 20,000 assault rifles held back by Joe Biden.
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