Key dormant council companies miss watchdog scrutiny
The state’s public sector watchdog has not given opinions on 19 entities from Brisbane, Logan, Redland, Moreton and Ipswich councils in its latest local government audit. Here’s why
Springfield News
Candidate’s sign near war memorial triggers outrage
An election campaign sign metres from a war memorial used at Anzac Day services has sparked community outrage, with veterans calling it deeply disrespectful. Should it be allowed? VOTE NOW
Developer loses defamation case over brothel link with ex-mayor
A Queensland property developer who claimed a news article falsely portrayed him as procuring prostitution services for a disgraced mayor has lost his defamation case and now faces a hefty legal bill.
Shopping centre tenant wins $5k compo over redevelopment delay
A southside shopping centre tenant has been awarded $5500 after a tribunal found the landlord misled them about the completion date of a $16 million redevelopment project.
Dads gone bad: Queensland’s criminal fathers exposed
Many parents work hard to set a good example for their children, but some Queensland fathers have found themselves in hot water with the law recently. SEE THE LIST
Mater nursing tutor penalised for touching and sexual remarks in class
A Queensland nurse educator has been formally reprimanded over inappropriate sexual comments and behaviour towards students, following a tribunal finding of professional misconduct.
Mayor cleared of misconduct over controversial island visit claims
Redland Mayor Jos Mitchell has been cleared of misconduct, but councillors must vote on Wednesday on whether to endorse the $15K independent investigation’s findings and close the matter.
Worker dies after being electrocuted at SEQ home
A contractor has died after he was electrocuted while working in the roof of a home west of Brisbane.
Police hunt organised gangs after night raids for cash, tobacco
Police have ramped up patrols after a wave of break-ins across South East Queensland, which they believe are led by organised gangs, which have left dozens of businesses shaken and ransacked.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Springfield 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 Springfield weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Springfield weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) hearings for Thursday, April 17
Here is a list of the hearings at the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal today.
Brisbane sale and auction results, week ending April 19
Brisbane recorded 76 property sales over a million dollars last week, the latest auction and sales results reveal.
75 Qld suburbs you could afford to buy in if mortgage test drops
Relaxing home lending rules could make up to 75 more Queensland suburbs affordable for househunters previously priced out of the market.
Surf champ Mick Fanning’s beachfront mega-deal
The three-time world champion surfer has sold his beachfront dream home in a pre-auction wipeout deal.
Property managers gearing up for more change
While Queenslanders are indulging in a choc-fest this Easter weekend, property managers are preparing for more rental changes, writes REIQ Zone Chair for Cairns, Tom Quaid.
Meninga Cup Dolphins derby: Redcliffe v Norths Players of the Round
Meninga Cup’s Dolphins derby: Latest Players of the Round here, including the best from the big shoot-out between Norths and Redcliffe which saw the son of a former Origin series winner star.
Meninga Cup Dolphins derby special: Meet every Redcliffe, Norths player
Dolphins derby special: Meet every player from Redcliffe and Norths’ Meninga Cup squad, many of whom are Dolphins’ NRL Academy aces, ahead of Saturday’s Bishop park showdown.
Next-gen Broncos half stars in Langlands Park City-Country stoush
Qld Country halves Adam McSherry and Grange Womal worked wonders in their team’s boilover win against City on Wednesday. More here on how the U17 male and female rep games went at Langlands Park, including our best photos.
Hospital Cup: Rd 3 talking points, team of the week revealed
The StoreLocal Hospital Cup team of the week includes an impressive Souths winger, the brother of a Wallaby spark plug and a Reds-aligned weapon delivering the goods for Easts. Read here for your round 3 club rugby scoop.
The 86yo Qld pub that’s just been sold and comes with mascot cat
A North Qld couple is handing over their “baby” to new owners, but the grand old pub remains a colourful watering hole complete with the headline-making cat who beat red tape to stay.
‘Need to heal yourself’: Driver headbutted in road rage attack
Yelling at a man that he was “driving like a f***wit”, this troubled Qld construction worker then inflicted “nasty” facial injuries.
‘Can’t face the world’: Girl tells teacher of adoptive dad’s rapes
A Qld man committed heinous acts on his adopted daughter, even showing her sick “stepdad” fantasy films in an effort to normalise his abuse.
One rider critical, another badly hurt after motorbike crashes
One man has suffered life-threatening injuries, and another is also in a serious condition after two separate crashes in the Mackay region. UPDATES.
‘Basic accounting’: LNP’s promised $750m savings hits a snag
Treasurer David Janetzki has made a stunning admission about the $757 million the government has promised to save as the deadline draws closer.
‘Deeply concerning’: Gym junkie culture has women hooked on steroids
Experts warn rising steroid use among women driven by fitness pressures, posing long-term reproductive and associated health risks.
Tate’s fate: Why the king of the Gold Coast almost left politics
From his current benchpress mark to the reason he nearly walked away from politics for good, colourful Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate spills the beans and chews the fat in this week’s instalment of High Steaks.
This election will come down to the best of a bad lot
With less than two weeks until polling day voters have a bleak outcome to look forward to either way, writes Madonna King.
‘He pulled a knife’: Woman tells of alleged rape by Rachelle suspect
Two women have given harrowing accounts of alleged attacks by the key suspect in Rachelle Childs’ murder case. Listen to the podcast.
Fish and chips alibi raises more questions than answers
Investigators are asking questions about the validity of the alibi provided by the key suspect in Rachelle Childs’ murder. Listen to the podcast.
WATCH: PM, Dutton share messages on ‘values that bind us together’
For Christians across Australia, it’s the most sacred time of year – a moment to reflect on sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ, writes Peter Dutton while Anthony Albanese describes it as ‘central’ to faith. SEE THE VIDEOS
200,000: The number Albo and Dutton need to solve housing crisis
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton need to do more to solve our housing crisis — and experts say there’s a key number they need to hit.
World
Bridgerton star blasts JK Rowling for anti-trans post
Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlin has blasted JK Rowling for celebrating the recent ruling by the UK’s Supreme Court that transgender women are not legally women.
White House slams Covid cover up
The White House has gone to extraordinary lengths to deliver its verdict on Covid’s origins and taken massive swipes at the Biden administration over its response to the deadly pandemic.
Date set for Trump to meet Charles in the UK
Donald Trump is set to meet with King Charles when he becomes the first political leader to receive a second state visit to Britain.
Kate and William’s Easter plans revealed
Prince William and Princess Catherine will be skipping a traditional part of the Royal Family’s Easter observances this year.
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