Man charged with murder after stabbing at Brisbane apartment block
A 22-year-old man has been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a 39-year-old man at an inner-Brisbane apartment block on Sunday.
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Tayla’s sister confirms worst fears, after grim discovery in search for missing mum
The heartbroken sister of missing Queensland woman Tayla Spies has confirmed her family’s “devastating loss” after human remains were discovered on a remote property.
Freak accident leaves Qld cop hospitalised with brain bleed
A former Queensland cop has been in hospital for nine months with a serious brain injury after he collided with a pedestrian while cycling on Brisbane’s Story Bridge, while off duty.
Fears for two women after horror crash between car and truck
There are grave fears for two women, and two other people are in a critical condition, after the car they were in was involved in a serious multi-vehicle crash north of Brisbane.
‘World-first’ chip shop on Noosa glitter strip causes stir
A ‘world-first’ chip shop with a twist that has gone viral on social media has brought huge crowds to Hastings St. TAKE OUR POLL.
Growers warn of price hikes after threat to axe water discount
Queensland growers are flooding the government with pleas to retain a vital 15 per cent irrigation discount, warning that scrapping it could drown farms in debt and jack up food prices.
Watch: Journalists given heave-ho as Miles has weights on his mind
See the video as Steven Miles sensationally ditches a media conference at the weekend to attend a powerlifting competition. THIS IS GEORGE STREET BEAT
Spot the difference: PM evokes Newman in fresh Dutton broadside
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has evoked the powerful ghost of former premier Campbell Newman’s cuts to the public service to peel voters away from the Coalition in Queensland. VOTE IN OUR POLL
The moment history may see as a turning point in this race
Peter Dutton’s WFH backflip may be seen as a sign of weakness, setting the narrative for the weeks ahead, writes the editor.
Sliding-doors moment set me on path to becoming Mao’s Last Dancer
Li Cunxin went from crushing poverty to being feted by high society, but it all may never have happened if it weren’t for a last-minute intervention by his teacher. WELCOME TO HIGH STEAKS
‘Under stress’: Mayor breathing fire over 8000 bayside housing plan
Redland Mayor Jos Mitchell has warned of ratepayer backlash after the state unlocked 900 hectares of land for housing without urgently funding for roads, transport, and services.
‘We’ll fight it’: Battle looms over plans to build giant quarry
A mining giant has unveiled plans for a giant Gold Coast quarry, arguing it is the solution to the city’s housing crisis. ALL THE DETAILS
‘You can taste the freedom in every sip’: Bob Katter reveals new beer
Federal MP Bob Katter shouted “yeehaw” as he proudly showed off his latest project, Patriot beer. So, what’s all the fuss about?
Law and disorder: Cop shortage now impacting our courts
Queensland courts are bearing the brunt of police understaffing, with police prosecutors forced to delay hearings and committals for several weeks.
Green wave makes Brisbane messier than a ménage a trois
The contest for three Green-held seats in the battleground city of Brisbane is shaping as messier than a ménage a trois, writes Joe Hildebrand.
Bolt: Albo’s latest pledge would see working poor subsidise rich
Anthony Albanese’s new promise to give you $4000 to buy a battery to store power from solar panels will effectively make the working poor subsidise the batteries of the Teals-voting rich.
‘Doing bloody well’: Goods news for graziers after one-two punch
Premier David Crisafulli has some reassuring words for Queensland graziers reeling from the twin impacts of US tariffs and flooding.
Moncrieff independent: ‘Why I plan to incentivise developers’
An independent candidate taking on Moncrieff Federal incumbent Angie Bell has cooked up a plan to tackle the housing crisis.
Man jailed after gutting couple’s super fund
A court in tears, a close family torn apart and couple’s retirement fund gutted after a family member withdrew $432,000 from a joint superannuation account. Read the punishment
Health unit issue measles alert for parts of Gold Coast
The public health unit have issued a warning after a person visited several Gold Coast locations unknowingly infected with measles.
‘Exactly what the country needs’ or ‘making stuff up on the run’?
Peter Dutton has unveiled the Coalition’s latest election promise, but readers are split on their grand plan for international students. WHAT YOU SAID
Motorcyclist who lost her leg charged over alleged crash
A Labrador mum whose leg was amputated after she was allegedly involved in a crash at Coombabah has been charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle.
Why Palm Beach, Tugun roads will need to be dug up with trams or not
The Gold Coast’s famed lifestyle is under threat, warn experts who say ageing infrastructure needs to be dug up regardless of light rail extending south of Burleigh
WATCH: Ex-driving instructor tailgates and can’t stay in his lane
A former advanced driving instructor has been sentenced after he ‘nudged’ a Tesla, tailgated and failed to stay in his lanes amid chaotic driving on the M1. Watch the video here.
Man charged with late-night Westfield Coomera carjacking at gunpoint
A 20-year-old man has been charged with armed robbery, possessing a firearm, understood to be a pistol, and attempted unlawful use of a motor vehicle after an alleged carjacking.
‘SkinnyTok’ exposed: Inside toxic unhealthy eating trend
A dangerous social media trend that has emerged under the name #SkinnyTok, promoting unhealthy eating and weight loss habits, sparking fears of the impact it could have on vulnerable youths.
Man flown to hospital after forest bike crash
Two motorbike riders were treated for serious limb injuries at separate crashes on the Sunshine Coast.
Full List: Shock safety scores of QLD aged care homes revealed
Shocking findings have emerged after aged care residents were asked how safe they feel in their facility, and many did not have glowing reviews. See how homes in Queensland ranked.
This is where hit show Adolescence gets it wrong
I didn’t break down during the Netflix sensation Adolescence. I became annoyed. It raises some important issues, but our boys are not lost causes unless we give up on them, writes Kylie Lang.
Lid lifted on controversial school principal’s secret suspension
She fought in the courts to keep it secret, but the reasons for a controversial Queensland school principal’s suspension from duty can finally be revealed.
Deputy Premier defiantly stands by controversial John Sosso appointment
The Deputy Premier has doubled down on the appointment of John Sosso to help determine the state’s new electoral boundaries, despite fears it marked a return to “the bad old days”.
The new price you’ll pay for steak, mince after Trump’s tariffs
Industry experts have slammed the 10 per cent beef tariff as “disgraceful” and another kick in the guts for consumers and farmers. Here’s what it means for supermarket, restaurant prices.
Tourism boom: Brisbane Airport braced for 2.2m Easter travellers
Brisbane Airport’s $5 billion redevelopment faces its biggest test with a staggering number of travellers predicted over the Easter holidays. Check out the busiest days for travel.
Insane reaction after private school graduate’s shock cancer diagnosis
When a 19-year-old former Brisbane Grammar prefect bravely revealed he is battling blood cancer and needs a stem cell transplant, he and his family could never have expected the response, which has been nothing short of breathtaking.
Choc horror: Easter egg and bunny prices soar
Families are having to fork out more and more money for chocolate Easter treats, as supermarkets inflate their prices every year. Tell us if soaring prices will curb your Easter shopping.
Crisafulli fast-tracks housing on long-stalled Redland rural land
The state has unlocked 900 hectares of land in Southern Thornlands for housing, declaring it a Priority Development Area, after years of lobbying from developers and landowners.
‘Carnage’: Flood-hit kids share devastation with PM
Anthony Albanese has toured a family’s flood hit property, much to the delight of two young brothers who now face the prospect of repairing kilometres of fence to keep wild dogs out. SEE THE VIDEO
Fed-up health workers demand disease protection in Qld hospitals
Queensland doctors working in some of the state’s most high-risk areas without proper protective equipment will hold an emergency meeting with the chief health officer within days.
Sister’s heartbreak after human remains found near missing mum’s ute
The sister of missing mum Tayla Spies has vowed to “bring her home where she belongs” as the family awaits forensic testing results following the devastating discovery of human remains.
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.
‘Is that loaded mate?’ Cops uncover weapons stash in raid on home
Police have seized multiple weapons including a shotgun, handgun and knives in a raid on a property near Brisbane, charging a 25-year-old male with multiple offences.
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
‘Completely ridiculous’: Brisbane women slam Dutton’s WFH wind back
West End locals Siobhan Batt and Mia Tourell say Opposition leader Peter Dutton’s work-from-home policy would negatively impact women, mothers, single parents and fathers. VOTE NOW
‘Back to bad old days’: Corruption buster fears return to Sir Joh era
Corruption buster Tony Fitzgerald has revealed fears Queensland is reverting to the “bad old days” of the Bjelke-Petersen era, amid the government’s plans to empower the infrastructure director general to redistribute electoral boundaries.
Make Australian stuff again: Trump just gave us a great lesson
Everyone says they prefer Australian products but are we all really walking the talk, writes Caleb Bond.
Bike rider critical, four others hurt after multiple crashes
A man is in a critical condition after colliding with a car in a horror crash on the Sunshine Coast. It was one of several crashes in the region overnight.
NRRRL signings tracker: Big guns, favourite sons return to Ballina
Ballina has been given a huge boost as it attempts to go back to back with a couple of big-name local juniors returning to the club. NRRRL signings tracker.
Man dies at scene of serious two-vehicle crash
A 33-year-old man has died at the scene of a two-vehicle crash southwest of Cairns that has left another driver in hospital, and a road closed.
Mayors’ tourism ‘bed tax’ push slammed as ‘shortsighted cash grab’
Four Queensland mayors have copped a slap in the face for leaning on the Premier to install a tourist bed levy in Queensland, their move labelled a tax grab to cover local government budgets.
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.
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