Desperate search launched for missing hitchhiker
A search-and-rescue operation has been launched for a man missing in Queensland’s Wide Bay.
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Brisbane Roar ends 13-month win drought at home
Brisbane Roar’s first A-League home win in 13 months has put Western United’s premiership prospects out of their control.
Footy world blasts ‘Daicos-only rule’
A 50m penalty “more like the length of NYC’s Fifth Avenue” shocked the AFL world during the Pies’ clash with Brisbane.
Gas tech company ran ‘cartel’, court finds
An Australian oil and gas services company ran a cartel, trying to pull suppliers into illegal contracts, a court has found.
Mornington win could launch Qld campaign for Young Werther
After playing a sacrificial role in the Group 1 Australian Cup, trainer Danny O’Brien is keen to get Queensland-bound Young Werther back into winning form in the Listed Mornington Cup.
‘Blown away’: Sears sets sights on Derby with Beau Dazzler
Exciting colt Beau Dazzler appears well on track for a Group 1 Queensland Derby mission.
‘Heavenly’ Tassie holiday slashed in half
Escape to the Tasmanian Heritage-listed wilderness and enjoy “luxe accommodation in a beautiful native bushland setting”.
Aussie act for Oasis’ tour finally revealed
Every Aussie act was desperate to open for Oasis on their sold-out reunion shows this year and the British rock legends have finally chosen the lucky band.
Hollywood heart-throb stars in Aussie series
After winning legions of fans in Euphoria and Saltburn, Brisbane-born actor Jacob Elordi is back in Australia to star in an epic local drama.
Warning to Australia’s east coast
Huge waves are expected to hit the south east Queensland and NSW coastline heading into the Easter long weekend.
Waller on verge of another Group 1 record
If Chris Waller can win another Group 1 race on the final day of the Sydney autumn carnival, it will give him 19 Group 1 wins for the season – and he still has the Adelaide and Brisbane carnivals to come.
Teams: Big Magpie managed, Lions unveil latest draft coup
Jordan De Goey is officially in for the 2023 GF rematch, but the Pies won’t have one of their key targets up forward when they face the Lions at the Gabba.
Holier and wow: Snap up a blessed home
If you’re looking to lock down your own slice of God’s country – aka Queensland – why not go all the way and invest in some former holy ground.
‘Don’t need to work’: 18yo’s Centrelink rage
An Australian university student has caused divide by claiming the Centrelink system is broken, igniting a heated debate about government handouts.
Lions need more than ‘healthy belief’
The in-form Lions are hoping to reverse the Magpies’ recent dominance over them when the teams meet at the Gabba on Thursday night.
Aussie builder collapses owing $20m
A third generation construction company has gone into liquidation abandoning four major projects including a Gold Coast apartment complex and an aged care facility.
Mum killed in ‘suspicious’ house fire
A 45-year-old man has been charged with domestic violence, murder and arson after the body of a Queensland mum was found inside a burnt out home.
The Courier-Mail Children’s Fund
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Baker launches winter carnival assault in Archer slot race
Bjorn Baker has had a very successful Sydney autumn and is turning his focus on the Queensland winter carnival starting with The Archer slot race.
‘Hasn’t gone backwards’: Emerging sprinter chasing hat-trick
Gerald Ryan and Sterling Alexiou have ambitions of heading to the Queensland winter carnival for a Group 1 crack with an in-form sprinter chasing a third win in a row this weekend.
Passenger films twisted act in Aussie cab
A Sydney man has exposed the sneaky way a taxi driver tried to charge him double the fare in Brisbane.
Warwick Farm, Coffs Harbour previews: Media World to scoop his rivals
Trainer Peter Snowden has planned a campaign targeted at the Brisbane Winter Carnival with Media World and the colt takes his first step on the path when he resumes at Warwick Farm.
Australia’s shock new 40 best suburbs revealed
If you live in one of these 40 Australian suburbs, the chances are you’ll be laughing all the way to the bank. The newest list will shock you.
‘He is a Queenslander’: Ikin’s call on Tino as Maroons hit Gympie
Queensland Rugby League boss Ben Ikin has called for the NRL to ban players from switching between tier-one and tier-two nations as the QRL locks in the venue for its 2025 Origin fan day.
‘A lot of goals’: Premiers new look in flag push
The reigning AFL premiers have kicked 36 goals in the past two games in an ominous sign for the chasing pack.
Walk score draws buyers to charming East cottage
Prior intel helped an interstate buyer moving to be closer to family to scope this East Geelong cottage. Two buyers contested the two-bedroom house that sold for more than $700,000.
Pilot’s text after alleged lawnmower killing
In a dramatic courtroom clash, the alleged murder of a pilot’s wife was laid bare, with the prosecution branding the pilot a “master manipulator.”
Tours slashed to underrated NSW wine region
Just 90 minutes out of Sydney, tours to this lesser known wine region have been slashed by 20 per cent. But there’s one catch.
Supertees playing a heroic job for Qld kids
Three brave siblings have powered through their tonsil removal surgery like superheroes thanks to a massive donation of new Supertees from The Courier-Mail Children’s Fund.
‘A wonderful horse’: Vandyke reveals surprise Alligator Blood highlight
Queensland trainer David Vandyke reflects on his time with Group 1 star Alligator Blood – and the win that stands out above them all.
Gollan filly back on track and ready to Barbie-cue her rivals
Tony Gollan-trained Hi Barbie is primed to make a statement this winter after overcoming a heart condition.
Olympic-winning state premier puts Brisbane home up for auction
Former state premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, who led the campaign to win the 2032 Olympics for Brisbane, has decided to sell her clifftop home in the future host city.
Qantas launches mammoth $99 sale
Australia’s national carrier has launched a monster flight sale to one state — with some popular fares dipping below $100.
Maroons confirm mass changes for Origin opener
State of Origin season is officially underway with Queensland announcing its squad for the opening game of the women’s series.
Woman dead, 10 injured in horror crash
A woman has died and 10 others have been rushed to hospital after a horror three-vehicle crash on a busy freeway.
All Aged to set Antino on his way for Pride Of Jenni showdown
Tony Gollan’s stable star Antino is on a collision course with superstar mare Pride Of Jenni in next month’s $1m Group 1 Doomben Cup.
Resolution reached in King of the Mountain scratching drama
Queensland slot-holders who scratch their horse without a veterinary certificate will now receive the last-place prizemoney following a review by Racing Queensland.
‘Very smart’: Experts praise huge Bluey move
Aussie television sensation Blue stunned fans around the globe 12 months ago in a move experts are now saying has paid off big time for the Heeler family.
Man, teenager dead in drowning tragedy
A man and a teenager have died and a third person is fighting for life after a horror drowning at a beach in central Queensland.
Agent’s shock answer about price of island
In its heyday this derelict Aussie island welcomed Hollywood stars. The state now wants someone to bring it back to its former glory.
Premiers stun the Bulldogs in 77-year first
Reigning premier Brisbane has roared back from a huge hole to stun the Western Bulldogs in an AFL comeback for the ages.
Firebirds and Swifts continue unbeaten start
After such a disastrous 2024 season, the Queensland Firebirds are two from two and find themselves at the top of the Super Netball table with the also unbeaten NSW Swifts.
Consolation win for Australia
Playing for pride, Australia bounced back from its loss to Kazakhstan with a win over Colombia in the Billie Jean King Cup Group D qualifier in Brisbane.
Guineas winner Wonder Boy to get ‘bigger and better’
Wonder Boy scored a deserved win in the Bendigo Guineas to book a trip to Queensland, and trainer Jerome Hunter is confident the best is still ahead.
Child murderer found dead in jail
A man sentenced to life behind bars for killing a foster child in his care has been found dead in his Queensland jail cell.
Costin wins thriller at wet and wild Doomben
Visiting jockey Winona Costin had one ride at Doomben and she sure made it count before the meeting was abandoned.
‘Unimaginable’: Woman births stranger’s baby
An Australian woman giving birth to a stranger’s baby, with experts saying the IVF mistake has opened the door to an unprecedented legal and ethical nightmare.
‘F***wit’: Dramatic confrontations rock NRL
Spencer Leniu and Johnathan Thurston had a heated clash on Friday night at Suncorp, allegedly involving a nasty spray — then a worse one after full-time.
‘True team man’: Aussie NRL recruit’s surprise visit
A favourite son was a surprise visitor at Queensland training on Friday to further boost spirits ahead of a massive milestone match.
Trainers’ boss makes temporary return after quitting
Just seven days after quitting as ATA boss, Cameron Partington is back to help out trainers in Queensland until a new chief is found.
Surf coach hit with new child sex charges
A once-popular and respected surf coach accused of sexually assaulting children has been hit with new charges, after he told a court the existing allegations were “all true”.
Panthers star charged for high shot
There’s been more fallout from Penrith’s loss to the Dolphins with a key outside back charged by the match review committee.
How Brisbane Roar plan to channel Ted Lasso for finals bid
Laini Freier knows the Brisbane Roar have a bit of work to do if they want to play finals but says the key to success is to simply ‘believe’ in a tight finals race.
‘Devastated’: Mum caught in baby mix-up
A Brisbane IVF clinic has apologised after a “human error” saw an embryo placed in the wrong woman, resulting in a healthy baby.
Aussie’s first ever cruise ends in tragedy
It was the cruise of a lifetime for Glenn and Bev — a generous gift from their son to explore Queensland’s tropical coastline. But in an instant, tragedy struck.
Dutton target of alleged drone terror plot
The opposition leader was allegedly the target of an elite private school student’s plan to use a drone in an attack on his Queensland property.
Suspension reprieve for trainer who struck horse with poly pipe
Rockhampton trainer Tom Smith has his penalty varied and will be allowed to continue training despite being captured on CCTV footage striking a horse he trained.
Dutton ‘the target of teenage schoolboy drone bomb plot’
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton was allegedly the target of a teenage private school student’s terrorist plot – which sources allege involved homemade explosives and a drone.
‘Breaks my heart’: Rising cost of living hits mum hard
As rent and grocery prices soar, this Brisbane mum is having to sacrifice more to keep her family fed and housed.
‘Cruel’: Council’s crackdown on homeless
A major city’s council has started removing people’s tents from parks as part of its crackdown on homeless people sleeping on public land.
Aussies outclassed by Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan was too strong for Australia in Thursday’s Billie Jean King Cup qualifier in Brisbane.
Ben Hunt eyes off fresh $2.2m payday
Riding high on the early success of his big move back to the Broncos, NRL star Ben Hunt is now chasing another massive money win.
How Lions plan to limit threat of Bulldogs star
The Brisbane Lions are well aware of the threat that Western Bulldogs star Sam Darcy will pose on Saturday.
See the new luxury development only 5 minutes from the Olympics
Nearly 200 luxury apartments are in the works on land that’s just a 5 minute walk from a major Olympic Games venue.
PM’s sledge after ‘shocker’ MAGA act
The Prime Minister has slammed ‘cookers’ running for election on May 3, after LNP volunteers handed out MAGA hats to constituents.
Broken arm sidelines Wallabies captain
Wallabies captain Harry Wilson has suffered an unfortunate injury blow ahead of Queensland’s battle with the ACT Brumbies.
Aussies to ‘embrace’ underdog tag
Kazakhstan will be tough to beat in the Billie Jean King Cup qualifier in Brisbane, but Australia is ready to cause an upset.
Life’s a beach for Gollan mare in Sapphire bid
Tony Gollan mare Skirt The Law has overcome her health issues with some work at the beach ahead of her next target at Randwick on Saturday.
Kiss could coach Reds and Wallabies
A potential hurdle to Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss taking charge of the Wallabies has been removed by Rugby Australia.
‘Lot to build on’: Star batter extends Heat stay
Brisbane Heat has locked in the services of a star batsman who was a shining light last season for another three years.
Lions not afforded Gather Round ‘luxury’
Reigning premiers Brisbane keep missing out on an Adelaide Oval clash during the AFL’s Gather Round.
Schweida playing catch-up with Autumngirl’s Oaks prep
Trainer Kelly Schweida thinks he has a Queensland Oaks filly on his hands in the promising Autumngirl … but recent wet weather has put her ‘way behind the eight-ball’ as she prepares to return to the races on Saturday.
‘Tough bugger’: Dutton chokes up over dad
Peter Dutton’s father was rushed to hospital in Queensland after suffering a heart attack shortly before the first debate of the election campaign.
Miracle Mile winner skips slot race for Leap To Fame rematch
Miracle Mile winner Don Hugo will not contest WA’s richest harness race after a disappointing performance in NZ.
Teen keen to star for Australia
Having graduated from her previous ‘orange girl’ duties, Maya Joint hopes to play an important role for Australia in Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers against Kazakhstan and Colombia.
Update after teens ‘trash’ Airbnb property
Police have issued a huge update after hundreds of teenagers allegedly attended an open-invite party at an Airbnb, only to leave it completely ‘trashed’.
‘Boils my blood’: Renters fume at listing detail
A Queensland real estate agent has apologised for their “mistake” after a detail on a rental listing sparked widespread outrage from Aussies.
Reds skipper ‘proud’ of milestone
A century of games for the Queensland Reds ranks as one of Tate McDermott’s “proudest” achievements in rugby union.
Labor set sights on the Far North
Labor will splash almost a quarter of a billion dollars on a key bridge as it eyes a key marginal seat in the country’s far north.
Pride Of Jenni set to headline Queensland carnival
There will be no Queen Elizabeth Stakes defence for Pride Of Jenni, who will head towards the Queensland winter carnival instead.
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