Incredible before and after images lay intensity of NQ floods bare
Many North Queensland communities have been cut off because of roads which are flooded or have been destroyed from the torrents of water. See the photos.
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Man who allegedly set fire to $1.8m home facing fresh charges
A young Ilbilbie man accused of ransacking and setting fire to a $1.8m home, and stealing and damaging a rural fire truck during bushfire season, is back on the streets after spending two nights in the Mackay watch house.
Fear of the unknown grips city as memories of 2019 flood back
Townsville residents are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst, as memories of the 2019 flood rush back.
100+ schools closed amid deluge
More than 100 schools are deemed unsafe for students to attend as flooding chaos hits North Queensland.
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Clear and present danger: Focus needs to be on saving lives first
The timing of Steven Miles’ cheap political point scoring as he questioned the Premier’s response to the ongoing floods in Townsville is questionable, if not childish, writes the editor. Now is the time to act. Lives are at risk.
Locals outraged as beloved bayside lookout trashed
A beloved Moreton Bay lookout has been left in “squalor” after being overrun by a homeless camp and strewn with litter, clothing, ripped tents and trolleys, sparking outrage among locals.
Developer in ‘illegal’ Airbnb battle with council in millionaire’s playground
The developer of an apartment building in a popular beachside suburb has been accused by Gold Coast City Council of offering “illegal” Airbnb-style rentals.
Burnout, pressure: Shock figures show Qld school attendance sliding
Attendance rates in Queensland’s public schools are falling, with principals calling for major changes to the curriculum, as they reveal what they say are the three biggest issues needing to be addressed. HAVE YOUR SAY
Embattled Star’s $2bn tourism hit as future hangs in balance
Almost 100 events estimated to bring 30,000 visitors to Brisbane are booked to take place at Star’s Queen’s Wharf over the coming months, as new figures reveal the critical impact of the “game-changing” precinct to the River City.
Locals warned of ‘life-threatening flooding’, as NQ braces for cyclonic rain totals
Townsville residents are being warned to brace for possible flooding up to the second storeys of buildings, as Premier David Crisafulli sends a powerful message to North Queensland amid warnings of cyclonic rainfall levels.
Revealed: Brisbane, Gold Coast’s best fish and chip shops
From Costa’s Seafood Cafe at Capalaba to Miami Seafood Market on the Gold Coast – we have you covered for the SEQ’s best fish and chips.
AACTA Awards 2025: Star-studded line-up confirmed for Gold Coast event
The AACTA Awards are shaping up to be the biggest yet, with newly announced A-list guests, exclusive performances, and a glamorous afterparty. See who’s already locked in.
‘Explosive’ danger we’re bringing into our homes: Battery fire cases surge
Lithium-ion batteries in everyday devices in Queensland homes are involved in an increasing number of fires, emergency service figures show, but there are steps you can take to minimise the risk.
‘Anywhere but here’: Resounding no against Olympic stadium at Victoria Park
The state gov has been warned it would face legal action if it chose Victoria Park as Brisbane Olympic stadium, with a 300-strong protest pushing to save the heritage site.
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