State government veto power removed for mining region
Development rules put in place during the mining boom when homes were renting for as much as $2000 a week have been lifted in a win for a regional Qld council.
Gladstone
Busted: Gladstone’s boozy, drugged drivers named
A learner driver and a carer were among the latest traffic offenders to face court at Gladstone. Here’s who they were.
Thousands of dogs at risk as national pet registry goes dark
Animal rescue advocates are urging owners to check their pet microchips as a nationwide animal registry goes offline. Here’s what to do if you’re affected.
Large hail, 100mm rain: Severe storms set to flare up across Qld
Severe thunderstorms are looming for a vast portion of Queensland, with the potential for large hail, damaging winds and up to 100mm of rain on the cards.
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Little girl, man in hospital after snake bites
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Drug trafficker busted supplying during major police operation
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Jockey criss-crosses state to ride in Rockhampton, Sunshine Coast on same day
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Where $1billion in legal aid funding will be spent
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‘F***’: Alleged dangerous driver swears, bangs wall as refused bail
A man accused of driving that allegedly endangered other road users, swore and banged a wall as he was refused bail in a Central Queensland court.
Three people charged over alleged Rockhampton robbery, car theft
Three people have been charged with allegedly robbing a Rockhampton address and stealing a car.
Truck vs vehicle crash closes one lane of Central Qld highway
One lane of the Burnett Highway is closed just outside Rockhampton after a truck and vehicle collided, according to emergency services.
Two people accused of trying to drag driver from ute at traffic lights
Two people allegedly approached a red Holden Colorado stopped at red light in Norman Gardens and attempted to pull a driver from the vehicle, prompting an appeal from police.
Croc sightings mapped as fisherman shares shock encounter
A fisherman who says he’s seen the “humanised” campground croc rangers are searching for has spoken out as an expert explains why the “vagrant” reptile’s future is likely bleak. SEE THE MAP
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