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QLD weather news

In pictures: Violent storm pummels southeast

The supercell storm that smashed South East Queensland on Monday afternoon has left widespread damage in its wake.

QLD News

Christmas ‘rail fail’ 2.0? Every SEQ line affected by closures

South East Queensland rail passengers face five weeks of disruption up to Christmas and beyond as Cross River Rail works shut down entire lines. SEE THE CHANGES

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‘Bloody good journo and a very nice bloke’: Tributes for Bob Howarth

Beloved journalist and mentor Bob Howarth touched lives across the Asia-Pacific, inspiring generations with his wit, kindness, and guidance and leaving a legacy of storytelling and generosity.

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Gallery: Windaroo Valley State High 2025 formal

The rain held off and did not dampen the high octane atmosphere when Windaroo Valley State High School Year 12 students held their formal dinner in the picturesque setting at Mount Cotton’s Sirromet Winery. Did we snap you?

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Gallery: Windaroo Valley State High 2025 formal

Windaroo Valley State High 2025 Year 12 students wowed the red carpet for their formal. Did we snap you?

Southeast

Protesters target councillor’s office after Wynnum CBD meeting

Police were called to a protest outside a Brisbane councillor’s office after more than 200 people turned up to a public meeting about opening up Wynnum to highrise development.

Redlands Coast

Straddie koala dies trying to swim home after mainland treatment

After surviving being hit by a car and mainland treatment, Flinders the much-loved koala, has died trying to swim home to North Stradbroke Island, prompting demands for new wildlife protocols.

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Brisbane City

Best Kimberley College 2025 formal photos from Sirromet Winery | FULL GALLERY

A Lamborghini, an American 50s Oldsmobile, a Ford pickup truck, a stretch limo, a fire engine and even a vintage Army tank complete with turret and cannon, gave year 12 Kimberley College students something to talk about at this year’s formal at Sirromet Winery at Mount Cotton.

QLD News

State, territory leaders unite to demand action on aged care crisis

Thousands of “clinically fit” elderly patients are stranded in hospitals at a cost of millions, triggering state and territory leaders to demand the federal government act to fix the growing aged care crisis.

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Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Brisbane Southeast weather

As we move into summer what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.

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Everybody appearing at Holland Park Magistrates Court, Monday, December 1

Here is a list of matters listed at Holland Park Magistrates Court on Monday.

HyperLocal

Everybody appearing at Wynnum Magistrates Court, Monday, December 1

Here is a list of matters listed at Wynnum Magistrates Court on Monday.

HyperLocal

Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Brisbane Southeast weather

As spring moves into summer what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.

Real Estate

National

The $500k Aussie home is vanishing – here’s what’s left

Just 501 of Australia’s 6689 suburbs now offer houses under $500,000 as affordability reaches crisis levels. And it is slim – and grim – pickings.

Brisbane

‘Sacrifice’: Shock reality for renters looking to buy

Two first homebuyers found their time spent in the rental market meant they could only afford a unit in ‘unlivable’ conditions.

National

Surprise Aussie city you should buy into now

As home prices across the country soar thanks to interest rate cuts and low stock there is one surprise city making savvy buyers rich and it isn’t Sydney.

Brisbane

The big change in homebuyer habits during Christmas

This city’s holiday season is seeing home seekers scrambling to buy before 2026, with property selling out at a shocking speed.

Local Sport

Other Sports

Revealed: The top talents to watch at Australian Athletics All Schools

From children of former Australian representatives to the youngster who ran quicker earlier than Gout Gout this year, these are the athletes to watch at the Australian Athletics All Schools Championships.

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Local sport

2026 QLD Junior Reps: Latest Meninga, Connell, Harvey U19s & U17s squads

Anticipation is quickly building for the 2026 Queensland junior reps season. See the latest squads for every Mal Meninga, Cyril Connell, Harvey Norman U19s and U17s teams here.

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Local Sport

NAMED: The stars of 2025 Queensland Touch State Cup

Queensland’s top touch footy stars battled it out at the state cup on the Gold Coast this weekend and we have unveiled the stars of the epic three-day tournament.

Local sport

AIC rugby, rugby league lost files: 140+ images of Iona this decade

AIC Firsts rugby, rugby league lost files: See 143 images of Iona College in action across both codes this decade, including the premiership-winning teams of 2024 and 2025, plus past schoolboy rugby weapons.

Best of the Regionals

Opinion

‘Down the drain’: Knives out for Miles as Labor savaged

Steven Miles’ future looks bleak after a by-election shocker – and many are now going after the Labor leader. HAVE YOUR SAY

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QLD News

CFMEU rivals on inquiry witness list

Two of Queensland’s highest-ranking union officials are set to give evidence in the landmark CFMEU inquiry, including allegations of violence and bullying perpetrated by the militant union against its biggest rival.

QLD News

Qld housing ignored boys in squalor: Ombudsman

Queensland’s housing department failed to recognise or act on repeated warning signs that two profoundly disabled boys were living in squalor and potential danger, a new Ombudsman investigation has found.

Toowoomba

‘Not a drop of rain’: Sunny, breezy break from storm season in store

The Darling Downs is set to enjoy near perfect weather as summer sets off, with stormy conditions in the rear view. See the week’s forecast.

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Queensland

Police & Courts9 minutes ago

Shrieks to whimpers: Inside woman’s alleged street ‘execution’

A woman allegedly executed during a neighbourhood dispute north of Brisbane went from protesting to whimpering like an animal after she was shot, a court has heard.

Fraser CoastAn hour ago

Man who called mother 80 times a day sent to jail under new laws

A Queensland man’s four-month campaign of abuse against his mother has resulted in a landmark conviction under revolutionary new laws passed earlier this year.

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DNA expert quizzed on sperm and fingernail clippings

Fingernail clippings removed from the body of Toyah Cordingley after she was killed at Wangetti Beach in 2018 have been the focus on Monday as the trial of Rajwinder Singh enters week four. LIVE COURT UPDATES

Police & Courts

Psych suspended after pub meet-up with former patient leads to affair

A Qld psychologist has been suspended for nearly five months after a chance pub encounter led to a relationship with a former patient.

National

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‘Haunts me’: Accused Bali murderer’s plea to Aussie widow

A Sydney plumber has delivered a message to the widow of a Melbourne man gunned down in a Bali villa ambush, as prosecutors are yet to reveal whether they will seek the death penalty if the accused are found guilty.

Cancer

Aussie actress reveals devastating health news

Former Home and Away actress and social media star Alea O’Shea has shared a heartbreaking update about her health.

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ExclusiveParenting

New warning to Aussie parents over child predators

Abuse victim-survivor Louise Edmonds says Aussie parents often miss early red flags because predators deliberately appear safe and helpful. See experts’ tips on how you protect your kids from child groomers these holidays.

Full ListNDIS

Autism rates in your council area: Number of cases and the NDIS bill

Autism diagnoses are skyrocketing as NDIS spending on the condition surges past $9bn a year – but parents of kids like Felix say it’s still a struggle to get adequate support.

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World

UpdatedNorth America

‘Winning is always nice’: Trump golf video goes viral

Donald Trump has made a perfect golf shot with celebrities while threatening to cut aid to a “narco”nation if his preferred presidential candidate loses the election. WATCH THE VIDEO.

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Middle East

Hero’s welcome as Pope Leo takes peace message to Lebanon

Large crowds have taken to the streets in Beirut to cheer Pope Leo on during his Middle East tour as the pontiff urged people to choose “a path of reconciliation”. WATCH THE VIDEO

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UpdatedAsia

Flood death toll exceeds 900 with hundreds still missing

Rescuers are racing to locate scores of missing people after monsoon floods claimed hundreds of lives in Southeast Asia and Sri Lanka. SEE THE PHOTOS.

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UpdatedAsia

Haunting photos from inside Hong Kong towers blaze as death toll soars

The first images from inside the Hong Kong apartment blocks ravaged by a horror inferno have emerged as the search for those still missing continued. SEE THE PICS

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