Family’s bid to give terminal mum-of-four a proper goodbye
A Logan family of six has revealed the reality of watching their mother face her final moments battling terminal cancer while lying paralysed in a cramped room in public housing.
Southwest
Stradbroke artists launch iconic design collection for NAIDOC Week
Three Stradbroke Island artists have launched a range of iconic cultural designs to celebrate NAIDOC Week, supporting Indigenous charities.
Sewage leak report calls for Logan water flow alarms
A damning report into the state’s largest sewage leak has found a southside council failed to alert a neighbouring council of a possible leak and has recommended installing water flow alarms.
‘Call police’: Logan man’s alleged rape of juvenile girl revealed
A Logan man charged with raping a 16-year-old girl and stealing her wallet has told a court it was a case of mistaken identity. Warning: Graphic
‘Bail King’: SEQ senior lawyer retires after 40 amazing years
After four decades of passionate advocacy for Queensland’s most vulnerable people and significant contributions to justice, including his work with ATSILS and the Fitzgerald Inquiry, respected lawyer Lyle Parker has retired.
ACCC lists concerns with Lendlease takeover at Moreton and Ipswich
The country’s consumer watchdog says it has concerns about a proposed takeover of developer Lendlease’s communities portfolio at Ipswich and Moreton Bay, particularly the potential impact on competition and housing lot supply.
Hefty fines to put brakes on dodgy roadworthy certificates
The state government is cracking down on dodgy roadworthy certificates with fines of more than $220,000 in place amid reports of widespread vehicle safety inspection breaches and online scams.
What about us? Bay islanders call for bridge after Bribie promise
Southern Moreton Bay island residents, who have fought for a bridge since the 1960s, have slammed the $700m Bribie Island pledge as political favouritism.
Police Commissioner on reports pedophile volunteered at community centre
Queensland’s Police Commissioner said reports a notorious convicted pedophile had been employed at a southeast community centre would be looked at “very seriously”.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Brisbane Southwest weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Latest development applications in southwest Brisbane
Whether it’s subdivisions, renos, new homes or businesses, find out what’s changing in your neighbourhood.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Brisbane Southwest weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Southwest Brisbane fuel: Where you can get petrol today for 177.5 cents
Finding the best station could save you as much as $16 if you’re looking to fill up today.
Simple homebuyer mistake could cost you $100,000
This common homebuying mistake has the potential to cost you plenty for years to come.
Best city to get a cheaper home
With home prices continuing to rise despite high interest rates, where is the best place to buy a home?
From houso to wowzer: Ex-govt housing’s glow up
The government-owned housing where I used to party is now a million-dollar listing and I’m a little shook. Check out the epic glow up.
Slick homes of State of Origin’s biggest stars
They are some of State of Origin’s biggest stars, so it’s only fitting they also own some of the game’s slickest homes. Check them out.
Live stream: Mabel Park v Redcliffe SHS, Langer Trophy
Mabel Park and Redcliffe kick off the resumption of Langer Trophy after the holidays as apart of a massive night of action at Kayo Stadium. See them from 5.30pm on Thursday.
ASSRL Live stream: Insight into the Queensland 16-18 years schoolboys
Meet the x-factor players, big boppers, big improvers and super subs of the Queensland 16-18 years schoolboys squad ahead of the part 2 of the ASSRL National Championships starting Sunday.
Queensland schoolgirls ASSRL 17-18 Years Championships deep dive
Read the deep dive on every member of the Queensland schoolgirls under 17-18 years squad who will launch into action at the ASSRL Championships from Sunday.
60+ names: Standout first XV, girls 7s stars in line for Aus jersey
The Australian Schools Rugby Championship pool matches are in the books, with a number of rising stars showcasing their skills and lifting their teams to victory. With national selection and finals around the corner, see which players have been key.
Chopper called after kids, adult hurt in bone-breaking buggy crash
Emergency crews cleared a landing site for a rescue chopper after three children and an adult were injured in a buggy rollover west of Toowoomba.
$7k richer every day: Homeowners making millions in their sleep
Homeowners are getting richer in their sleep, as values surge as much as $7k a day, with 570 Queensland suburbs seeing homes earn more than $100,000 last year alone. SEE LIST
Young footy player suffers suspected spinal injury in tackle
A boy has been taken to hospital after suffering a suspected spinal injury at a Queensland sports field.
Honeymoon husband not guilty of causing bride’s buggy crash death
A haunted husband has been cleared of causing a buggy crash during a dream island honeymoon which ended his wife’s life and changed his forever.
More booze, bashing and betting in Indigenous communities after cashless card axed
Axing the cashless debit card in Indigenous communities has led to a surge in gambling, public drunkenness and alcohol-related violence, with more children going hungry, missing school and wandering the streets at night.
Three homes destroyed as fuel spill sparks monster inferno through street
A 1920s Queenslander is one of three properties to have been destroyed in an “explosive” fire that erupted in an up-market Brisbane suburb.
In pictures: Urban Cocktail Trail around inner Brisbane
It was an exploration with a difference as cocktail lovers discovered the best that West End and South Brisbane had to offer.
‘So vital’: Minister’s $21m lifeline for regional women
The state government will spend nearly $21m to expand early-termination-of-pregnancy services to women across Queensland.
Aussies dudded by second class aged care
Nursing homes face lawsuits as families reeling from the deaths of loved ones claim they’d still be alive if it weren’t for certain questionable practices.
Hillsong loses $100k a week amid ATO investigation
The crippling finances have been exposed in new financial documents, with the Christian megachurch losing an eye-watering $5 million in just one year.
‘What happened to me?’: Update on Aussies in horror Bali incidents
One is the partner of a reality TV star with a shattered spleen, the other a theme park work who might lose an eye. The latest on two young Aussies who almost died in Bali.
AusPost turns tables in $1bn battle with big banks
Paul Graham is seizing the moment to keep Australia Post delivering. This time he wants banks to be part of the solution.
World
Putin, Xi react to Iran’s new reformist president
China and Russia have reacted to Iran reformist Masoud Pezeshkian’s win in his country’s presidential runoff election, but the US is less optimistic.
Why Trump is in the box seat for political resurrection
As Joe Biden’s gaffes continue, Donald Trump holds all the momentum in the race for The White House and a win which seemed almost impossible comes into view.
UK PM’s first serious test revealed
Sir Keir Starmer has a few surprise selections in his new cabinet, and he is about to face his first serious test as the new PM of Britain.
‘All hell will break loose’: French election becomes tense
France’s election campaign has become tense, as far-right leader Marine Le Pen is tipped to fall short of a majority as voters worry about their uncertain future.
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