Nick and Novak? Kyrgios hints at dream doubles team
Nick Kyrgios has taken to social media to hint at an incoming doubles partnership with champion Novak Djokovic, in another step towards his long awaited return to the tennis circuit.
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Off the boil: Prices to slow in 2025
Buyers priced out of Brisbane’s red-hot market may find some relief next year. Here’s why.
FULL LIST: Road closures after South East Qld hit by heavy rain
Heavy overnight rain has caused widespread flash flooding in Brisbane and the South East, with multiple roads closed as a result.
‘Sensational’ act sparks telling celebration
Australia is destroying India at the Gabba, and one player had a hand in two wickets that came about in eerily similar fashion.
Kyrgios confirms unlikely new doubles partner
One time enemies and now great friends, Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic will take to the court together in Brisbane.
Queensland track ace bound for USA – and hopefully the world juniors
One of Australia’s elite middle distance prospects is on a magic carpet ride from Brisbane to University of Wisconsin-Madison. Meet Milla Roberts here.
Role Heat star wants to make his own
While happy to play at the “pointy end” of last season, wicketkeeper Jimmy Peirson is ready to play a bigger part in Brisbane’s BBL title defence.
‘On time and within budget’: Fastest home build ever on island
A remote Queensland location where a home normally takes two to three years to build has seen several go up within eight months in a massive shift to help affordable housing.
Brisbane measles alert as boy, 2, tests positive
Brisbane residents were warned to be on the alert for measles symptoms after a two-year-old boy tested positive for the illness.
BBL champs welcome fresh challenge
Having won last season’s BBL title, the Brisbane Heat will relish being the “hunted” in their 2024-25 campaign.
Historic first for Aussie space industry
An Australian company has been given first-of-its-kind approval to launch a rocket out of a small Queensland town.
Surf instructor’s vile charges revealed
A man has been charged with indecently treating two young children while working as a surfing instructor.
‘No place’: NRL star pleads guilty, punished
Broncos star Ezra Mam has been given a tongue lashing after pleading guilty to two charges resulting from a car crash.
Construction begins on $620m plan for 215 new Brisbane homes
A $620m project to create 215 luxury homes has begun construction in inner Brisbane, with Gaia estimated to create close to 700 jobs by its completion.
Grandmother who beat breast cancer stabbed
A grandmother who had breast cancer is in a serious condition after sustaining stab wounds to her face, neck and chest.
Comeback keeps Sydney’s top-two NBL hopes alive
Sydney has launched an incredible fourth quarter comeback to knock off Brisbane and keep its top-two hopes alive in a Sunday afternoon NBL thriller. Get the latest news and results from NBL round 12 here.
US city’s $828m move puts Aus to shame
The bumbling organisation of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics so far has shown Australia has plenty to learn about hosting a worldwide event.
US city’s $828m move puts Aus to shame
The bumbling organisation of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics so far has shown Australia has plenty to learn about hosting a worldwide event.
‘Intense’: Inside couple’s incredible survival
Using old XXXX beer cans for collection, the couple had to drink water from the muddy creek.
Australia’s most respected steward called in to latest Alligator Blood saga
The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission has enlisted the help of two of Australia’s most experienced stewards in an attempt to close the longest running integrity saga in racing.
Former QRIC regime spends $12 million on dud science centre
Queensland’s former racing integrity commission regime spent a small fortune of taxpayer money on a new racing and science centre that may not even be used because it is not up to standard.
Ten balls set to cost CA over $1 million
Fans that braved dismal conditions at the third Test in Brisbane had some good news, with a rule set to hit Cricket Australia hard.
Lipp leads Toowoomba charge at Eagle Farm
Cifrado’s win in the Lough Neagh Stakes gave Rex Lipp a stakes double at Eagle Farm, capping a successful day for Toowoomba trainers.
Beau enhances Derby prospects with dazzling Grand Prix win
Beau Dazzler relished the step up in distance to underline his Queensland Derby potential with a dominant win in the Grand Prix Stakes at Eagle Farm.
‘Does he ever shut up?’: Aussie star roasted
Former England skipper Michael Vaughan has mercilessly savaged an Australian cricket star during the third Test in Brisbane.
Kennewell and Yeomans filly proves Invincible on debut
Exciting filly Invincible Woman kicked off her career in impressive fashion with a dominant win in the Magic Millions Vic 2YO Classic.
Teen’s Macca’s run goes horribly wrong
The family of a Queensland teenager — whose life changed during a ‘Macca’s run’ after a friend’s BBQ — has given an update on his condition.
Mower man finds grass is greener with trotters
Bruce Wyborn he found his way into harness racing when he moved to Queensland for work and he now owns one of the most exciting trotters in the country.
Five of Queensland’s best homes for sale this week
Some of this week’s best homes include a house that’s had a stunning renovation and a property visited by royalty.
‘You’re in North Qld mate’: Man shocks locals
This Cairns local couldn’t believe what he was seeing – but it was the tourist’s reaction to his warning that he found even more shocking.
NRL star’s heartwarming baby joy
An NRL star has stunned with a huge announcement – revealing a new addition to his family in a heartwarming Instagram post.
Issue plaguing newly signed Heat star
Having signed a Brisbane Heat contract extension, Spencer Johnson doesn’t want this problem to stop him playing in his team’s opening match.
‘It’s tough’: Aussie change confirmed for Brisbane
Despite winning the second Test in Adelaide, Australia will make a single change to its line-up for the third clash with India in Brisbane.
Public v Private: What surprised these QLD parents
Julie and Gavin Whitham could afford to send their son to a private school, but were surprised to find what the state’s public schools had to offer.
Australia’s top 10 regional hotspots for home buyers
Queensland dominates the top 10 regional locations most popular with buyers, but two other states are seeing surprising strength now.
Where units are $300k cheaper than houses
You need $1m to buy an apartment in this suburb, but the price gap between houses and units is widening.
Home prices go through the roof
This surprise regional centre is now the strongest performing market in Queensland, with home prices going through the roof rising almost 30 per cent in the past year alone.
Lambo guys raise $120k for sick kids
Culture Kings founder Simon Beard and former refugee turned real estate richlister Emil Juresic are among Lamborghini owners whose annual charity ride raised $120,000 for sick kids.
Tough laws ‘strike back’ at criminal teens
Teenagers in one state will face the same punishments as adults for certain serious offences amid a contentious crackdown on youth crime.
‘Threatening’ passenger sparks flight turnaround
It’s understood the passenger was given a no-fly ban after the flight from Brisbane to Perth was forced to turn around.
‘Life’s too short’: Powerful reason family left for remote island
Sarah Lions was happily living on the Sunshine Coast with her husband, Jaycob, and their three young children when she felt the call to adventure.
Are you Queensland’s biggest Indian fan?
We’re trying to find Queensland’s biggest Indian fan ahead of the huge third test at the Gabba this weekend. The winner will receive a 55-inch Hubbl Glass TV valued at $1400. SEE THE ENTRANTS + ENTER NOW
Aussie star’s big World Cup move
After being crowned the best Rugby Sevens player in the world an Australian try-scoring machine is taking a big step towards possibly earning a World Cup spot.
Masterplanned community starts to take shape
A boutique masterplanned community southwest of Brisbane, set to deliver 500 homes, is attracting buyers breaking ground on their dream homes.
Revealed: Jaw-dropping transformation of $1.4m wreck
A Brisbane man told his wife he was going to a dilapidated house auction to ‘see what it goes for’, then called back in shock saying, ‘I accidentally bought it’. They weren’t allowed to demolish it, but three years later the place is now a masterpiece.
Investor’s surprise move as portfolio hits 35 homes
A dad who quit his IT job after his property investments took off has 35 homes now, a third in Queensland, but says the numbers don’t add up in Brisbane any more. Here’s what’s next.
Landmark home sells for double what it did 8 yrs ago
A landmark Brisbane home has sold for double what the owners paid just eight years ago as prices skyrocket in this popular suburb.
Roar coach maintains ‘belief’
Despite his side’s dismal form, Brisbane coach Ruben Zadkovich is adamant the Roar’s fortunes will change for the better.
Former bad boy’s shock Broncos move
Former NRL bad boy Todd Carney has played a surprise role at the Brisbane Broncos as Michael Maguire shakes up the club.
‘More in them’: December key to Gabba success
There’s a significant reason why hosting India at the Gabba in December plays strongly into Australia’s favour for the third Test.
Boys’ vile alleged attack caught on camera
Four boys have been caught on CCTV allegedly attacking a disabled man with broomsticks while he attempted to wash his clothes.
Alleged armed bank robber to be extradited
Police allege the man walked into a bank branch armed with a knife and demanded cash.
Woman allegedly fatally stabbed in chest
A man has been charged with murder after police found a woman’s body during a welfare check.
Man dies in horror farm incident
Emergency services were called to a macadamia farm after reports a man was crushed while standing near an excavator.
GRAPHIC IMAGES: Orman to require surgery on bitten off finger
Leading Queensland hoop James Orman is set to have surgery on his finger after Prince Of Boom took the tip of it off on Tuesday morning.
Dolphin’s remarkable act shocks beachgoers
Incredible footage of a wild dolphin balancing a beer bottle on its beak at an Australian beach has gone viral.
Horse bites off tip of leading jockey’s finger
Queensland’s leading jockey James Orman lost the tip of his finger after it was bitten off by a horse. Warning: Graphic image
’Heads down’: Horror on Qantas flight
Passengers were reportedly told to keep their ‘head down’ while the plane was forced to perform a priority landing 40 minutes into the flight.
Story Bridge’s wild history you never knew
“What would Brisbane do without the Story Bridge?” This question was posed in 1995 and it still holds true. SPECIAL REPORT
Lawsuit lodged after young girl’s death
The older sister of a young girl allegedly left to die at the hands of her faith-healing religious circle has lodged a new lawsuit against the government.
Ch7’s ‘most beautiful woman alive’ marries
A former State of Origin star has tied the knot with a Channel 7 presenter who he says took his breath away on their first meeting.
Bold plan for iconic bridge climb
The operators of a somewhat iconic Australian tourism experience have an audacious proposal to let people do one thing while soaking it all in.
Howzat! Is this Qld home the ultimate backyard cricket venue?
A family home in Queensland’s north is taking backyard cricket to the next level with a full pitch and batting nets that would surely rate a “maaaarvellous” on the Richie Benaud scale.
All Blacks prop to join Queensland
A former All Blacks prop will play one more Super Rugby Pacific for his New Zealand-based team before moving to the Queensland Reds.
‘Had enough’: Welcome to Country banned
A Queensland community has voted to ban Welcome to Country ceremonies on their ancestral land, with voters claiming they find the ceremony embarrassing.
Couple missing for three days, stalked by croc
A missing couple have been rescued after they were stranded for three days in the outback enduring 40C days and nights stalked by a large crocodile.
First look: Stunning plan to push boundaries in blue chip suburb
A developer is set to push the boundaries at one of Brisbane’s most expensive suburbs, filing stunning plans for neighbouring blocks he bought for $10.4m.
NBL: Red-hot Cotton condemns 36ers to fourth-straight loss
Perth Wildcats superstar Bryce Cotton’s MVP-calibre form has claimed another victim, while Brisbane pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the season over Melbourne United. CATCH ALL THE ROUND 11 NEWS.
Stranded couple stalked by croc for 2 nights
A couple in their 50s spent three days in some of the croc-infested territory without food, phones, a car or bottled water.
‘Not a loss, it’s a lesson’: Paro vows to bounce back
Queenslander Liam Paro has promised to rebuild after suffering the first loss of his professional career, falling to Richardson Hitchens in Puerto Rico.
Major change for popular fast-food chain
The popular fast-food chain has announced the major change which will impact multiple stores across the country.
Paved in gold: City’s richest streets revealed
Buyers pay almost double the suburb median to secure a home on the city’s most exclusive street, as fresh data reveals the most coveted addresses.
Wilson-Taylor claims bragging rights over partner in Bribie
Kyle Wilson-Taylor edged out partner Angela Jones in a Tony Gollan quinella in the Bribie Handicap at Eagle Farm and gave a cheeky quip after the win.
Aussies wary of India backlash
Australia can secure an unbeatable one-day international women’s series lead with another win over India on Sunday.
Qld’s most affordable suburbs for houses and units revealed
A whopping $2.63m separates Brisbane’s most expensive and most affordable suburb, but the days of buying bricks and mortar in the capital city for under $400,000 are almost over.
‘Who else?’: Gout Gout stuns once again
Gout Gout continues to show his extraordinary talent, coasting to victory in his first 200m run at the All Schools Championships.
$900k in a year: Qld’s price growth boom suburbs
Home prices jumped as much as 40 per cent across some Queensland suburbs this year. Find out if yours was one of them.
City pair star in easy win over Roar
Brisbane Roar’s poor A-League campaign suffered another blow, this time from Melbourne City, on Friday night.
Qld cricket power couple’s multimillion dollar bounce back
One of Queensland cricket’s power couples are among those backing the Aussies to fight back, having gone through their own amazing multimillion dollar bounceback.
Next step after teen cleared of murder
The Attorney-General has responded after a teen thug who was cleared of murdering a mum of two on Boxing Day walked free from court.
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