Tragedy as worker dies in mining incident
Paramedics were called to the scene following reports of an incident, with one worker dead and another injured.
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Teens hospitalised over mushroom gummies
Two schoolboys have been rushed to hospital after reportedly ingesting mushroom gummies that have been recalled over health concerns.
Teen accused of fatal assault named
A teenager accused of assaulting a man on a night out with friends – leading to his death a week later in hospital – has fronted court for the first time.
‘Hit job’: Mayor slams takeover bid
A controversial first-term mayor has slammed Queensland political leaders’ last-ditch attempts to remove him from office.
Tradie earning $160k struggles to survive
A Brisbane tradie has taken the cost-of-living crisis to a new level, revealing he is working to survive despite earning a six-figure salary.
Premier’s 50c bus trip to kick off campaign
The residents of one state will be heading to the polls at the end of the month to cast their votes for their next leader, with the official campaign now under way.
Esteemed vet killed in tragic buggy crash
A hardworking, well-respected and personable country vet has died in his 30s on his remote cattle station.
Teen girl killed in horror e-scooter crash
A 15-year-old girl has died in a horrific e-scooter crash involving a 4WD and a motorbike in Townsville.
Teen arrested over alleged coward punch
A teenager has been arrested after he allegedly assaulted a 22-year-old man (pictured) and left him for dead.
Outrage over $50 credit for cancelled cruise
Passengers who paid up to $6000 for a South Pacific cruise have voiced their outrage after they were offered a $50 on-board credit after a huge itinerary change, which effectively cancelled the trip.
Kids fighting for life after car crash
Two children have been critically injured after a car they were travelling in crashed into a power pole in an inner-city suburb.
‘Emergency’ declared after fuel tanker crash
Residents have been warned to “remain indoors” after a fuel tanker crashed on a Queensland highway, with police setting up an exclusion zone.
Update after baby attacked with coffee
The parents of the nine-month-old returned to the park for the very first time since the alleged attack, providing an update.
ACCC whacks energy giant with $14m fine
A corporate giant has copped a $14m fine for misleading customers over prices.
Major change for popular beach
Vehicles will be banned from a popular beach in a decision aimed largely at protecting a turtle nesting ground.
Son of former AFL star dies suddenly
A Queensland man in his 20s, the son of a former AFL player, has died, leaving his family “heartbroken” and “devastated”.
Huge fire engulfs major city in smoke
A man with life threatening injuries has been rushed to hospital after an inner city building was engulfed in flames, with smoke blanketing large areas.
BOM red-faced after ‘tsunami warning’
A senior BOM spokesman has fronted a video to apologise for confusion after the bureau sent out a “tsunami alert” as part of its testing of a new system.
Big change coming to roads in one state
One state has announced it will trial cameras in an attempt to deter drivers from these risky behaviours on the road.
Simple change coming to Coles stores
The company will conduct the eight-week trial at five stores across the country.
Private schoolboys in Japan rugby shame
Three boys from a prominent Australian private school have been sent packing after they allegedly took off with a disabled man’s wheelchair while on a rugby tour.
Katy Perry’s huge Aussie announcement
The major announcement comes just days before the pop star is slated to perform at the 2024 AFL Grand Final.
‘Dumb’: Dick Smith’s brutal snipe at Australia
Businessman Dick Smith labelled Australia as “dumb” for not following China’s lead as it ramps up its nuclear infrastructure.
Woman’s horror alleged act to grandmother
A court has been told of the disturbing events that led to a woman allegedly trying to kill her grandmother in a stabbing attack in her home.
25yo woman charged after 67yo found dead
A 25-year-old woman has been charged with murder after a woman in her 60s died after being found with a major head injury.
Man charged with woman’s murder
The alleged murder marks the 59th woman killed in Australia this year to predominantly male violence.
Popular venue to close amid Olympic plans
A popular dining spot will be reinvented as developers plan to build a boutique hotel ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
‘Awesome’: Dad’s surprise $2.5m lotto win
A dad who thought he’d only won $42 in the lotto was shocked to learn the total winnings were actually way more than that.
Aussies told to ‘prepare to leave’ as fire nears
Residents have been warned that conditions could “get worse quickly” and to enact bushfire survival plans, as homes are at risk.
Aus beach plot selling for less than a car
A shock new listing has just gone up promising Aussies a slice of island paradise for the price of a car.
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