AOC appoints new head honcho
The Australian Olympic Committee has announced its new chief executive who will lead the organisation in the lead-up to the Brisbane Games.
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Woman ‘tortured 4yo for nearly a year’: court
A Queensland woman allegedly tortured a four-year-old girl for nearly a year, with police telling a court the child’s injuries were among the worst they have seen.
Cleary looking for that winning feeling
Penrith are searching for that winning feeling with Nathan Cleary returning from a head knock against North Queensland on Friday.
Wallabies stars return for Reds
The Reds have called on some key personnel in their bid to beat the Chiefs in Waikato on Friday.
Laming wants slice of luck for Oaks-bound filly
Luck hasn’t gone the way of promising filly Rapid Cheval as trainer Richard Laming targets a Group 1 Oaks race in either Queensland or South Australia.
Everest dream over for James but trainer still proud
Trainer Matt Hoysted will set realistic targets for Uncommon James after his stable star’s encouraging return to racing.
Women bitten by dingoes at tourist hotspot
Three women have been attacked by dingoes at a popular tourist hotspot days before an influx of families arrive for the Easter holidays.
Woman’s bizarre symptom from lightning strike
A Queensland woman who miraculously survived a lightning strike has revealed the insane side effect that left her forever changed.
Where to first for Giga Kick? Douglas keeps options open
Superstar sprinter Giga Kick is set to return next month, but trainer Clayton Douglas is still deciding which Group 1 race that will be.
Why Lions have to be at ‘absolute best’
The Brisbane Lions are still searching for their “best football” despite starting the defence of their AFL premiership with three successive wins.
Watch: Man accused of break-in, threatening 73yo with knife
A man, 28, has been charged with multiple offences after allegedly breaking into a house south of Brisbane armed with a knife. SEE THE ARREST
Gollan gun to start Stradbroke bid in $1m slot race
Tony Gollan would love to give promising Transatlantic a shot at the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap and will kick him off in a $1m slot race in regional Queensland.
Aussie fined for sleeping in her own driveway
An Aussie woman has been left fuming after copping a “ridiculous” fine for sleeping in her van on her own property.
‘Smell of victory’: Donkey Kong champ’s boast
A judge has ruled that an American gaming personality and former Donkey Kong champion has been defamed by an Australian YouTuber.
Surprising call on next Qld hit man
Brendan Piakura is fighting to break into the Brisbane starting side but he’s an Origin player of the future, according to Maroons great Cooper Cronk.
KWT, Waller combo takes positive step with Derby hopeful
Young jockey Kyle Wilson-Taylor approached Chris Waller looking for an opportunity and the partnership is bearing fruit as they combined for a win at Doomben with a potential Queensland Derby prospect.
‘Copped it’: Flooded residents sleep in cars
Already isolated outback residents who are sleeping in their cars can expect more rain and flooding in the coming days.
‘Nothing has changed’: Derelict house to go under the hammer
It was dubbed the ‘worst house’ and now, nearly four years after it sold under the hammer for $2,005,000, this uninhabitable hovel will test the auction market again this weekend.
‘Pay rent’: Dutton’s brutal jab at tradie son
Peter Dutton made a cheeky jab at his son’s expense, joking that it was time for the second-year apprentice to start paying his dues.
Brisbane house price almost $1m
A typical Brisbane house is just a few thousand bucks away from costing $1m, as home values in the Olympic city continue to soar.
Dutton’s $10m pledge to flooded Outback
Anthony Albanese has been accused of neglecting regional Australia, as southwestern Outback Queensland faces the worst flooding in years.
‘Loves it’: Support for under-fire Test star
Nathan Lyon believes a stint in English county cricket will help Marnus Labuschagne start scoring runs regularly again.
Big twist in search for missing cop
Local Byron Bay police have reignited the search for Queensland cop Jay Notaro despite the formal search being called off, as his mother issues a defiant statement.
‘New’ Woolies trolley feature divides Aussies
Shoppers have been left shocked after spotting a futuristic feature in a Woolworths store, with some worried it will take Aussie jobs.
Titans star set to miss Origin and NRLW season
Gold Coast NRLW coach Karyn Murphy will have to find a new fullback for 2025 after one of her star players announced she is pregnant.
Shock: Brisbane prices to smash Sydney
Shock new figures show just how fast Brisbane will overtake Sydney as the most expensive capital in Australia.
Auckland continue A-League dominance in blistering debut season
A remarkable debut season for Auckland continued on Sunday with the Black Knights win further extending its lead at the top of the A-League table. More here.
Ariarne Titmus’ swim coach set for big move
Olympic champ Ariarne Titmus’ swim coach Dean Boxall has finally bitten the bullet, making a big call about his future direction.
Househunters will need $180k income to buy in 2026
Homehunters looking to buy in Brisbane in the next year will need a $13,000 pay rise to keep up with property price growth. FIND YOUR SUBURB.
Doomben rescheduled for Tuesday in April Fool’s Day bonanza for punters
Southeast Queensland’s big wet has seen last Saturday’s Doomben meeting reschedule to Tuesday to coincide with major races in Sydney.
Devastating update in missing cop case
The update was made by the Queensland police officer’s uncle on social media.
‘Pretty special’: Lions detail shows class
Brisbane have completed a stunning 35-point turnaround, with a slick second half performance showing their class.
Late try saves Reds as side secures historic 13-year first
Queensland Reds are back on the top of the Super Rugby ladder for the first time since 2012, as a late try got them home against the Western Force at a rain-soaked Suncorp Stadium.
South Australia end Shield drought
The Queensland Bulls picked up three early wickets on Saturday in their attempt to prevent South Australia making the 270 runs needed to win the Sheffield Shield final before Jason Sangha and Alex Carey took command with the bat.
Test star steals show in cricket thriller
There have been wild scenes of celebration in Adelaide as the crowd went berserk as South Australia broke a 29-year cricket drought.
’Why are you lying’: Dutton event crashed
Climate protesters have crashed a second Peter Dutton event on a dramatic first day of campaigning for the May 3 federal election.
‘Take action’: warning as flooding hits state
Residents in parts of the Gold Coast have been warned to “take action” to survive, as wild weather and flooding continues to inundate Queensland.
Qld Racing Minister’s promise: No secrets, I will release report
Queensland Racing Minister Tim Mander has spoken to senior racing writer Ben Dorries on a range of issues including the wide-ranging review into the three codes of racing in the Sunshine State.
Roads closed after heavy downpours around SEQ
Roads have been closed around south east Queensland after heavy downpours overnight on Friday.
Doomben off: 2025 Qld weather chaos claims latest race meeting
Saturday’s Doomben races are the latest racing victim of the weather events which have struck Queensland in 2025.
Dual tons lead QLD fight back in Shield final against SA
Two Jacks have led a defiant Queensland fight back as the miracle of winning the Sheffield Shield after their first innings of 95 is now a very real possibility.
‘Epic Qld home has own private motocross track
A sprawling estate north of Brisbane was the most viewed property in the state this week turning heads with its feature-packed home and epic private motocross track.
Smith ‘honoured’ to captain Reds
‘Massive’ thrill for lock Ryan Smith to captain the Queensland Reds in Super Rugby Pacific clash against Western Force.
Twin tons give the Bulls hope in Shield final
South Australia will be chasing a lot more runs than perhaps first thought to win the Sheffield Shield final after a fighting display from Queensland on day three of the decider.
‘Legacy for the future’: Titmus backs plans for game-changing pool
Ariarne Titmus has thrown her support behind Brisbane’s newly announced $1.5 billion Olympic swimming complex, after criticising earlier proposals she believed would have “short-changed” the sport.
Albo touches down in Qld to fight for key Greens seats
The PM has arrived in Queensland where his campaign will kick off after Peter Dutton said we “can’t afford three more years of Labor”.
Bombshell update in body in wall case
Police have revealed a bombshell update in their investigation into the alleged murder of a woman whose body was found wrapped and buried behind a besser block wall.
Qld’s wealthiest suburbs: Surprise locations with the most debt-free homeowners
Mortgage-free homeowners are sitting on a vast property goldmine, fuelling fierce competition and locking out buyers who lack the bank of mum and dad.
Granddad’s sound advice puts first-home buyer in good stead
Heeding her grandfather’s advice to buy close to the city has paid off for a Brisbane mum, whose first property has soared in value.
Forwards to make timely return for Lions
Charlie Cameron and Kai Lohmann will be ‘handy inclusions’ for the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba on Saturday night for their game against Geelong.
Outback swamped as year’s worth of rain falls
Towns have copped more than a year’s worth of rain in as little as a week, with warnings even more is on the way.
Inside the surprise hub worth $2.4 billion in property value
This family has watched their suburb’s homes grow to billions of dollars in value since they moved in.
Ahrens daring to dream with $3000 bargain buy
Whether or not they race at a sodden Doomben on Saturday, trainer Ben Ahrens is daring to dream big with his $3000 bargain buy Kerchak.
Labuschagne survives contentious call in Shield final
Marnus Labuschagne has again received his fair share of luck as Queensland provide some fight back to remain competitive in the Sheffield Shield final for which South Australia’s upper hand is evaporating.
Gout Gout ‘biggest loser’ in 2032 Games call
Gout Gout is one of the ‘biggest losers’ in Brisbane’s Olympic Games announcement, as one major decision comes under heavy fire.
Bulls back in Shield final after Marnus takes chances
A no-ball reprieve and a close lbw call helped Queensland skipper Marnus Labuschagne to a crucial half-century, keeping the Bulls alive in the Sheffield Shield decider after Jake Lehmann’s classy century.
Cancelled comic speaks after ‘disgusting’ joke
A Sydney rapper has spoken out after he was condemned for making ”sick” jokes about domestic violence at a comedy show.
Lions ‘sharpening’ premiership ‘axe’
The Brisbane Lions are intent on extending their unbeaten start to their AFL premiership defence on Saturday night at the Gabba against Geelong.
‘Inland sea’ emerges in Aussie outback
Wild photos have shed light on conditions as one state is smashed by rain, with severe weather and flood warnings issued ahead of another soggy week.
Airfares slashed to lure tourists to state
A major airline will slash fares to this Aussie state to promote tourism and recovery in the wake of several devastating weather events.
‘Toughest ever’: New Olympic sport revealed
As Brisbane announced its plans for the 2032 Olympics this week, Aussies are getting a taste of a new sport set to enter the Games.
Doggett leads SA’s Shield final blitz, Test stars fall cheaply
South Australia is charging toward its first Sheffield Shield title in almost 30 years after dismissing Queensland for just 95 on a day in which 16 wickets fell.
Bulls collapse in Sheffield Shield final
Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne failed to inspire Queensland as South Australia ran rampant early in the Sheffield Shield final.
‘Move’: Canadian troll gets Aussie response
An activist who was recently in the White House has popped up in Australia and had a run in with police.
Wallabies half named on Reds bench
Kalani Thomas has kept his place in Queensland’s starting team for Saturday night’s Super Rugby Pacific clash against Western Force at Suncorp Stadium.
Test stars fail in Shield final disaster
After a wild build-up to the Sheffield Shield final, the fireworks started early on Wednesday with Aussie Test stars wiped out.
‘Praying’: Desperate search for missing cop
A desperate search will resume after the belongings of a high-ranking Queensland police officer were found in NSW.
Dodgy carpark act to be banned
The fight against private carparking companies has swung in favour of motorists in one state, with one frustrating act to be banned.
Brissie Games like Sydney ‘on steroids’
The man charged with delivering the 2032 Brisbane Olympics has made a bold claim a day after the venues for the Games were locked in.
Affordable housing units fast-tracked for inner-city residents
Nearly 100 affordable homes are being made for renters in a new city development that’s been fast-tracked by the state government.
2000km rain band to smash states
Millions of residents have been warned of a wave of severe storms and lashings of rain, as hot air generates pseudo-monsoon conditions.
State 115,000 Aussies will flee
It may boast icons such as the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, but the country’s most populous state appears to have lost its appeal.
Wet and wild weather to batter Aussie state
One Aussie state will cop heavy rain and severe weather across Wednesday while the remainder of the nation remains clear.
‘Cheeky text’: Khawaja fallout hits Shield final
It’s been a fiery build up to the Sheffield Shield final and Queensland captain Marnus Labuschagne revealed just how it has impacted his state and Test teammate Usman Khawaja.
‘Not one extra cent’: Premier’s Olympics vow
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has vowed not “one extra cent” will be borrowed to fund the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, as the controversial venues for the Games are revealed.
Brisbane Olympics venues locked in
The highly controversial venues for Brisbane’s 2032 Olympics have been revealed, including where the opening and closing ceremonies will be held.
Footy, cricket rejoice at Brisbane stadium news
Having outgrown the Gabba, the Brisbane Lions cannot wait until they move a new 60,000-seat stadium being built for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
‘Absolutely mental’: Olympic plans slammed
The unveiling of plans for the Brisbane Olympics has sparked fierce backlash online with Australians divided over the announcement.
Why Haas can make NRL history
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has opened the season as arguably the form player of the competition and now he’s eyeing a piece of NRL history.
Croc country to host Olympic rowing
Olympians will be paddling in crocodile-infested waters at the Brisbane Olympics.
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