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Where are the police? Qld’s most dangerous shopping centres
More than a dozen police beats at some of Qld’s biggest shopping centres have been closed as calls grow for change.
‘Less distraction’: Truth behind Qld’s single-sex school debate
It’s the age old question, single-sex vs co-ed? We may finally have the answer.
Mum who ‘heard voices’ to kill son, 8, has charges downgraded
A Queensland mother who witnesses say heard a voice telling her to kill her son, has had a murder charge against her downgraded. LATEST
M1 chaos after driver trapped in car
A young woman has been freed from a car and rushed to hospital after a nasty crash on the Pacific Motorway in northern NSW. Several lanes were closed, causing extensive traffic delays.
‘Lacks sophistication’: Migrant pot growers sentenced over mega crop
A group of migrant Vietnamese workers busted tending a $30m cannabis crop in rural northern NSW were watched by police for months before their arrest, a court has heard.
‘Five eighths of f*** all’: Retailers unfazed by new vape sale fines
Retailers selling illegal vapes have been threatened with huge new fines and jail if they’re caught, but Toowoomba’s dealers are still going strong, openly peddling the products from storefronts as the new laws took effect.
‘What’s he meant to do? It’s his son’: Dad aided savage murderer
A northern NSW dad covered for his 18-year-old son when questioned by police about the murder of 17-year-old Ned Gronow. Now, the father has walked from court, enraging Ned’s loved ones.
First Nations artist’s powerful parliamentary nod
A talented First Nations artist from northern NSW has been honoured in NSW parliament with the unveiling of a major artwork showcasing her rich cultural heritage. Take a look.
Case update, man accused of killing teen girl in fiery stolen car crash
Following a months-long deadlock before the courts, a manslaughter case involving a Toowoomba teenager killed during a high-speed police operation involving an alleged stolen car has progressed.
New gaming room, kids’ play area: Country pub reno gets tick
The Fraser Coast council has approved a makeover and extension of a grand old country hotel. SEE THE PLANS.
‘Passion for policing’: How top Coast cop died on charity ride
The Gold Coast police ‘family’ are mourning a cherished member who died in a motorbike accident on a rally to honour officers killed in the line of duty. Read the tributes
Pedo ‘naked cowboy’ asked 14yo girl to ‘ride’ him
After a predator was nabbed grooming a “14-year-old girl”, an undercover cop, officers uncovered a stash of child sex abuse material – including images of men tormenting toddlers. Warning: Graphic
Manhunt for gunman after brazen servo holdup
Police have released security video as they hunt for a robber who held up a service station worker at gunpoint in northern NSW. It comes as detectives track down public CCTV footage.
Man fighting for life after alleged Gold Coast stabbing
Two people have been rushed to hospital in an alleged stabbing attack in the Gold Coast’s tourism hotspot. Read the latest
‘Slice your neck’: Woman accused of curtain rod neighbour attack
A Northern Rivers woman has been accused of attacking her neighbour with a metal curtain rod and then threatening to slash her throat with a knife, escalating a dispute.
Motorcyclist killed in horror crash which shut down highway
A 38-year-old man has been killed and a woman injured after a shocking motorcycle crash, which temporarily shut down the Bruce Highway in both directions for hours overnight.
Unlicensed ice driver busted, pulled over speeding
When officers investigating a stolen car case knocked on a Toowoomba resident’s door, it ended with a woman being busted for drugs.
Teen girl hit by ute on highway dies in hospital
A 15-year-old pedestrian has tragically died in hospital after being struck by a ute towing a trailer on a highway in the Northern Rivers. Here’s what we know.
Woman injured in alleged arson attack outside airport
Police have arrested a man after he allegedly lit a caravan on fire near the Sunshine Coast airport and injured a woman in an alleged domestic violence attack.
Corruption watchdog probe before top cop demotion – sources claim
A top cop who had his role suddenly downgraded was the subject of a Crime and Corruption Commission investigation beforehand, sources have claimed. Read the full details.
ASX’s board lacks ambition needed for rebuild
As the reputational hits keep coming, the market operator’s board has made a timid choice to help win back trust of regulators.
‘I quit!’ Highly venomous snake freaks out office workers
Was it stalking a “mouse” or seeking a mate? A highly venomous red-bellied black snake has been found slithering over the desk of a Qld business, as experts warn of a huge spike in numbers.
Global IT crash blamed for testing fail in star’s drink driving case
Hollywood actor Simon Baker has been sentenced for drink driving after downing too much wine during dinner near Byron Bay – but a blood alcohol reading was not recorded due to an IT outage, a court heard.
Historical, renovated pub 3 hours from Brisbane hits the market
It’s an investor’s dream, primed and ready to go, located a few short hours from South East Queensland’s major cities. Find your next investment here.
“Killed my baby sister”: Teenage girl’s killer to walk the streets in less than two years
A young man will be released in just over a year after killing a teenage girl and endangering another in a reckless crash which severed a car in two.
Fire to burn for days in Gold Coast bushland
Nearly a dozen fire crews have worked late into the night to contain a blaze in bushland on the northern Gold Coast. Read the latest update.
Outback town now a ‘playground for criminals,’ leaders warn
KAP leader Robbie Katter has blasted the state government, claiming it has lost control of Mount Isa’s spiralling crime crisis after residents recently endured a ‘hellish’ crime wave.
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.
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.
Grief tears through Coffs after missing woman’s tragic death
“Rest easy in the Dreamtime”: Tributes are flowing from a heartbroken community after a woman reported missing was found dead on the Coffs Coast.
Speeding driver killed mum two weeks after daughter’s wedding
A young Brisbane driver’s inexplicable decision to overtake a convoy of cars at high speed on a single-lane regional highway had devastating consequences for both himself and the innocent couple he slammed into head-on.
Widower’s heartbreaking words after losing wife after wedding
A killer driver has broken down as the husband of his victim revealed to a court his despair at losing his wife just days after their daughter walked down the aisle.
Man suffers significant burns from backyard fire near Noosa
A man has been hospitalised after suffering significant burns following a backyard fire incident on a Noosa hinterland property.
Named: Qld man accused of shooting up northern NSW home
Police allege a Qld man fired bullets into a northern NSW home in a drive-by shooting – narrowly missing a child’s head – after a drug and gun deal went bad. Two more men have already been sentenced.
Bruce Highway delays after car destroyed by fire
A car has erupted into flames on the Sunshine Coast, causing Bruce Hwy delays on Saturday.
Heritage hairdresser building gutted by ‘suspicious’ blaze
A charming old building, which previously housed a hair salon in a city’s CBD, has been destroyed by a fire which investigators believe was deliberately lit. PHOTOS.
Three rescued from mud flats after alarm raised in coastal town
An injured man has been taken to hospital after he and two others were rescued by a swift water crew on the Fraser Coast.
Man dies in hospital after Gold Coast scooter crash
A man has died in hospital following a fall from a scooter on the Gold Coast on Wednesday night.
Who’s who: Lismore City Council candidates battling for your vote
With the 2024 Local Government elections just around the corner, we’ve reached out to Lismore City Council hopefuls to see what they’re all about.
‘Wouldn’t have lungs left’: Labourer busted with an ‘awful lot’ of pot
Kilos of growing and harvested pot found at a former horticulturist’s home near Gympie was to give – not sell – to others, a court has heard, prompting the judge to make an amusing observation.
Meet the rural sisters saving lives with their colourful business
Longreach sisters Shona Larkin and Angie Nisbet are building a colourful alternative for farmers’ uniforms, with the hope of saving lives.
Meet the candidates: Who’s who in Kyogle Council election
Kyogle Council candidates running in the Local Government elections have a little bit more on their mind than simply roads, rates and rubbish. Find out more about those vying for your vote.
Not guilty: Jury delivers verdict on ‘dog punching’ GBH trial
A jury has ruled that a young Toowoomba man was not guilty of the accusation of “dog punching” a man at a small backyard party.
Tradie threatens to kill mechanic, burn down workshop
A Toowoomba man who threatened to kill a mechanic for holding his car until a hefty invoice was paid, has fronted court for the concerning blow-up.
Rare photos as bird takes out snake
A snake catcher has revealed how crazy the season will be after a photographer captured stunning and rare photos of a bird snagging a giant sea snake. SEE THE PHOTOS, VIDEOS
Tobacco terror: Police investigate latest smash and grab
Another Gold Coast business has been broken into overnight in the latest tobacco heist. Read what went down.
Bizarre claims from sovereign citizen mum charged with daughter’s murder
A Queensland mum charged with letting her daughter die, pictured right, made bizarre claims the Queensland Police Service is “not a legal entity” as she revealed she was taking advice from another woman who is not a lawyer.
‘Could have killed him’: Teen guilty of brutal gang bashing
A court heard a man was walking down a street when a group of teenagers barrelled out of a stolen car, armed with metal rods, and attacked him in an attempt to steal his belongings.
“Get a life”: Cars graffitied, tyres slashed in vandal’s rampage
A vandal has targeted an affluent Gold Coast suburb causing thousands of dollars worth of damage. SEE THE PHOTOS
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