‘Live in filth’: Suburb’s fury at homeless camp
A homeless encampment has sparked community outrage after a “once beautiful” lookout has turned into a “dumping ground”.
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‘Leave now’: Urgent plea amid flooding event
A person has died and thousands remain without power as dangerous floodwaters inundate towns and cities in north Queensland.
Revealed: Far Too Easy to target Group 1 Stradbroke fairytale
David McColm has a big Group 1 plan for The Kosciuszko champion Far Too Easy and he has also revealed the reason for his stable star’s uncustomary last start flop.
Chilling warning as region smashed by rain
Photos have captured the extent of the potentially life-threatening flash flooding battering one state, with some areas expected to see one metre of rainfall in the span of a few days.
“Like television”: Frantic bidding war on brand new auction month
One of February’s first auctions saw nearly a dozen bidders scramble for their chance at this 1950s suburban home.
GALLERY: Qld’s most amazing weather photos over the years
Queensland is known for its wild weather – we look back at the most stunning and shocking storm photos from recent years. SEE THE FULL GALLERY
Mata hurt in Wanderers win
Western Sydney returned to winning form in Brisbane but it was victory marred by an injury to the club’s biggest star.
Qld HECS debts to be slashed by $5k under Labor election promise
Queensland university students will have an average of $5350 wiped from their HECS debts under a proposal from the federal Labor government if it is re-elected this year.
Aussie city smashed by torrential rain
Emergency services have deployed multiple water rescue crews as torrential rain and flash flooding smashes one Aussie city.
Qld home price bombshell: SEQ medians race to staggering $1m
Shock new figures show it now costs about $1m to buy a mid-range home in vast tracts of South East Queensland, with other parts of the state also seeing major growth spikes.
Basketball coach ‘groomed’ child, police
A 67-year-old basketball coach was arrested at a suburban home after a report was made to police, alleging historical sexual assaults.
‘Horrific’: Woman allegedly tortured girl
Police will allege a woman tortured and harmed a four-year-old girl over an extended period of time, and attempted to conceal the abuse by constantly moving homes.
The real cost of living under one roof revealed
Buyers are being squeezed for space, with shock new data revealing a per-room premium as rising living costs force families together.
Australia makes huge hormone therapy call
Australia will urgently examine whether or not to continue prescribing puberty blockers and hormone treatment to kids and teens.
Huge update after puberty blocker pause
A review of trans healthcare for young Aussies has been announced in the same week one state paused the use of puberty blockers for children.
Island getaway’s $28m staff shame
Operators of a popular island hideaway have been ordered to pay staff an eye-watering amount after they were underpaid for years.
The rare chance at riverside living for families by the city
More than a dozen new homes are planned for a new development that uses one of the last riverside spots available near the city.
‘Line in the sand’ moment for QRIC at conference
Queensland integrity officials from around the state will gather in Brisbane on Monday in what has been described as a “line in the sand” moment for QRIC.
Towns lashed by 1m rain in just days
A monsoonal low “more dangerous than a cyclone” is on the move and threatening another deluge for towns that have been smashed with almost 1m of rain in only days.
Dire warning after shock summer drownings
A spate of drownings at popular swimming spots in one state has prompted a major warning from authorities.
A-League stalwart to retire
One of the A-League’s longest serving players has decided it’s the right time to end his professional career.
D-Day arrives for Wanderers in desperate finals fight
If the Western Sydney Wanderers are serious about playing finals football in 2025 they have to lift against Brisbane this week. See the latest A-League news in On The Attack with ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE.
Wendell Sailor’s big call on assault charges
Brisbane Broncos and Wallabies great Wendell Sailor will fight allegations he assaulted two men, a court has been told.
Inglis takes big step in coaching career
Greg Inglis is a man in demand with the Hall of Famer accepting two major coaching roles in two days.
Ryan colt set to show best after failed Queensland trip
Trainer Gerald Ryan is confident youngster Blitzburg can bounce back at Rosehill on Saturday after missing out on the Magic Millions.
Sailor’s big call on assault charges
Brisbane Broncos and Wallabies great Wendell Sailor will fight allegations he assaulted two men, a court has been told.
‘Hell of a mess’: Man attacked by kangaroo
A man was walking to his car when he was attacked by a large kangaroo in what’s been described as a “hell of a mess”.
Sellout status sparks joy for developer
There has been delight for developer Azure as stages one and two of its residential project, Ember by Azure, has sold out ahead of construction.
Tony Gollan pair on Group 1 Melbourne missions
Champion Queensland trainer Tony Gollan will attempt to add to his haul of seven Group 1s when he deploys two horses on separate Group 1 missions in Melbourne in coming weeks.
Derby winner on warpath to Sydney autumn targets
A decision to abandon Warmonger’s spring campaign after only three runs could pay dividends when the Queensland Derby winner heads to Sydney for Group 1 autumn carnival targets.
Greg Norman’s huge new role after LIV axing
Greg Norman has been hand picked by Anthony Albanese to play a vital role in the Brisbane Olympics, fresh from his LIV Golf axing.
‘Bridesmaid’ suburb takes state’s top spot
Why this underrated suburb has been crowned Queensland’s number one unit market.
Worst of wild weather yet to come
The worst of the wet weather is yet to come for residents in one state, as several cyclones threaten to develop in the area.
Residents evacuated over cyclone fears
Residents in one Aussie state are being evacuated and roads have been inundated with water, amid fears of a tropical cyclone forming off the coast.
Cornes’ mind blown by Lions trade bomb
Following the Brisbane Lions’ links with one of the AFL’s best key forwards, Kane Cornes has eviscerated the reigning premiers.
Shock as Qld regions log highest rent rise in Aus, overtake Brisbane
Shocking new figures show renters in Queensland’s regions copped the biggest rises in the country in 2024, with weekly rents on track to overtake Brisbane.
Inside Aussie cricketer Spencer Johnson’s stunning Queenslander
The star paceman has put down roots in the River City after signing on to stay with the Brisbane Heat. SEE INSIDE
McGrath: Brisbane property price growth to continue
One of the nation’s top real estate experts expects home price growth in Brisbane to continue “in coming years”.
Minister grilled on puberty blocker ban
Pausing puberty blockers is based on “science and concern”, not ideology, the Queensland Health Minister says.
Comment: Why racing will miss this man more than it knows
Senior racing writer Ben Dorries believes the racing industry in Queensland will miss Jason Scott more than it knows and he will be missed on a national level as well.
Lions keen on ‘superstar guy’ Allen
Lions star Jarrod Berry likes the thought of Oscar Allen leaving the West Coast Eagles to join Brisbane.
‘Spider-Man’s’ daring escape from house fire
Footage has captured a man’s escape from a burning building, with the feat earning him the title of one city’s “Spider-Man”.
AIC AFL footy: Iona College hit jackpot by snaring ex-Lions skip
AIC AFL footy: Iona College has hit the Australian rules jackpot by snaring an ex-Lions captain, forming a coaching dream team for the school season starting in February. Story here.
Stars aligning perfectly for Queensland winter carnival
Several big racing names have already been confirmed for the 2025 Queensland winter carnival which is shaping up as one of the best yet.
Millions brace for storms amid cyclone risk
Storms will continue to batter one Australian state, as the country’s far north braces for a possible cyclone as summer’s wild weather continues.
Chance of tropical cyclone in this state
Aussies have been warned to brace for potential tropical cyclones as much of the country is lashed by heavy rainfall.
Puberty blockers paused in one state
One Aussie state has put a temporary hold on children accessing puberty blockers after a child considered too young to take them was given access.
Leaked texts reveal chilling issue
An Aussie woman was left terrified when her phone kept ringing and text messages wouldn’t stop – and the reason was chilling.
Housing crisis horror: One bedroom for $1m
One-bedroom units are selling for more than $1m across Queensland’s southeast as housing costs continue to bite.
Shock details after 9yo’s alleged murder
A nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered at a regional property – with police revealing he allegedly suffered “blunt-force trauma” has been named.
Later start for Giga Kick to chase autumn riches
Giga Kick’s trainer Clayton Douglas says the powerful sprinter is still weeks away from appearing at the trials as The Everest winner prepares to start his autumn campaign in Sydney.
8-minute scam destroys Aussie family
They went to bed believing they had saved their money. Instead, the scammers had all the time they needed.
Couple lose $250k deposit in ‘horrific’ scam
They thought they were becoming homeowners – but instead they basically became homeless and destitute in the blink of an eye.
Aussie dad loses everything in cruel job scam
The opportunity seemed like a good way to make some cash on the side. But it was soon taking up all his time — and money.
Major Aussie tools supplier snaps up Brisbane Aldi
One of Australia’s leading trade tool suppliers has snapped up a prime ALDI supermarket in Brisbane’s outer eastern suburbs.
Townsville’s most expensive listings
Townsville homebuyers are paying up to $500,000 less on average than their southeast Queensland counterparts but at the top end of the market the gap is much wider.
Tributes for dad and son killed in tragic crash
Tributes have poured in for a Brisbane father and son who were tragically killed in a car crash on Australia Day.
Australia’s top performing state revealed
Two mining powerhouses are officially Australia’s best performing state economies, with one topping the list for the second time since 2014.
‘Tragic’: Toddler and dad killed in crash
A father and his four-year-old boy have both died following a horror crash.
Toddler savagely attacked by dingo
A toddler has been rushed to hospital after she was bitten by a dingo at a busy tourist hotspot on Australia Day.
Adelaide’s final charge continues in brutal clash with Breakers
The Adelaide 36ers push for a playoff spot went up another level with a crucial win against the NZ Breakers in what was a heated clash on Montrezl Harrell’s birthday. Catch up on the latest NBL news.
Aussie striker scores on debut for Portsmouth
It wasn’t the result he wanted, but teenage Australian striker Thomas Waddingham hasn’t wasted any time in finding the back of the net for his new English Championship club.
Croc spotted a long way from ‘home’
Queenslanders have filmed a crocodile well over 100km south of traditional croc country.
Professor’s tears after ‘public humiliation’
An Aussie academic has broken down in tears after being subject to “a co-ordinated humiliation” at a university.
Cop fighting for life after horror crash
An on-duty police officer left fighting for life following a horror crash on a major highway has been named.
‘Revolting’ seminar at Aussie uni exposed
A Queensland university has been blasted for a “revolting” presentation at an “anti-racism symposium” on Wednesday.
High stakes: Bitter homecoming clashes to shape NBL finals
Still be two weeks away, Melbourne coach Dean Vickerman has foreshadowed a finals-shaping end to the regular season with South East Melbourne — right after a homecoming against United’s grand final vanquishers.
Ex-LNP candidate on grooming charges
A former LNP candidate for the local government election has been charged with child exploitation and grooming offences.
Scary thing about Lions for AFL rivals
Draft picks Levi Ashcroft and Sam Marshall are set to “drive the standards” in Brisbane’s bid for back-to-back AFL premierships.
Jason Scott announces shock departure from Racing Queensland
Following two years at the helm, Jason Scott has announced his resignation as CEO of Racing Queensland.
The “undervalued” suburb buyers are fighting to live in
The value of this suburb is spiking as older owners leave in droves, making way for a sea of young families to move in.
Infant dies after horror call-out
A two-month-old has died after being rushed to hospital after being found unconscious at a regional property.
Dire warning amid rural Queensland healthcare exodus
Rural Queensland is losing healthcare workers at a frightening rate — five per cent higher than in metro areas — sparking a dire warning from the peak medical body.
Fagan lauded for ‘unbelievable’ effort
The Brisbane Lions have plenty of incentive to win back-to-back AFL premierships.
Mining state sinks into budget black hole
Millions of Aussies are confronting a stark budget black hole, with an economic update exposing a serious $217bn breakdown in one state’s finances.
Item top of sport’s wish list for Olympics
With plans for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics yet to be cemented, Football Australia has proposed one thing it says will enhance Queensland’s “global reputation”.
Emirates’ huge move for Aussie passengers
The international airline has revealed a luxurious upgrade coming soon for Aussie travellers.
Where homes are selling faster in Brisbane
Several surprise suburbs across the city are selling their homes weeks faster than they would have in previous years.
Mass sackings at major 9News bureaus
Two major Channel 9 bureaus will be left with skeleton staff after the network announced massive changes.
Waddingham targeting ‘Roos selection
Having left Brisbane Roar for English club Portsmouth, a young Australian striker is hoping for Socceroos recognition.
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