Truth about how Australia’s most famous wine region was founded
The Barossa is synonymous with German free settlers establishing a wine industry in the 1800s, but the reality is not that simple.
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Next steps for murder accused revealed as case proceeds
A man charged with the murder of his former partner, a much-loved mum of four, has found out what he can expect next in his case.
Aussie roads are a mess – we’ve found the worst of the lot
Everyone knows Aussie roads are a mixed bag but it’s been revealed that these are the worst of the lot.
Children trapped in drain found as rain continues
Emergency services in Maryborough raced to locate two children who became stuck in a drain on Dunn Street after reportedly climbing inside.
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Clean-up underway after giant hail, winds batter city
A clean-up has been underway across Maryborough after large hailstones fell and trees were brought down across the city.
Plasterer steals backpack meant for a child
A Kawungan dad whose multiple crimes included breaking and entering, supplying drugs and possessing illegal explosives and drugs has been chastised by a magistrate for one crime in particular.
New turtle rehab centre to open amid rising fears for endangered species
A rehab centre will be established near the foreshore at Dayman Park on the Fraser Coast, where rescued turtles will be triaged, and vital research carried out into the general health of threatened turtle populations.
Wide Bay dominates Australia’s most generous list
Two neighbouring Queensland towns have been named the most generous city in Australia by the world’s leading fundraising platform Go Fund Me.
‘Head in the sand’: Few fines despite dangerous dingo incidents
Rangers have fined just 27 people for dangerously interacting with wild dingoes on K’gari in the past five years, despite a spike in the number of high-profile serious incidents.
‘It’s crazy’: Giant hail warning for more Qld regions after city smashed
Giant hail, which has already smashed Gympie, is expected to hit even more parts of Queensland as a ferocious storm system heads further north. SEE THE PICTURES, WATCH THE VIDEO
Fraser Coast sale and auction results, week ending December 3
Fraser Coast recorded two property sales over a million dollars last week, the latest auction and sales results reveal.
Man charged over death of ‘Pop’ Carlton near Kyogle
THE crash killed much-loved motorcyclist Wes “Pop” Carlton, who was on the trip of a lifetime with five of his mates.
Motorhome catches fire on Bruce Hwy, traffic delays
A motorhome has caught fire along the Bruce Hwy, causing plumes of smoke and traffic delays. Here’s what we know:
‘How is that possible?’: Teen girl mows down ex-boyfriend’s mother
A young woman who committed more than 70 offences in two years has been sentenced after running down her ex-partner’s mother, leaving her with a shattered ankle and a brain injury.
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