A former residential care worker has described the harrowing scenes played out daily as he fought – and failed – to keep some of Queensland’s most hyper violent, drug affected and traumatised children safe at night.
There are growing calls for action after the ballooning cost of residential care services were revealed, with one child costing almost $2m dollars to house for one year.
Holidays no longer have to be the same experience year on year with these quirky, one-of-a-kind Qld Airbnbs. Take a tour of the most unusual stays, from luxe to historical stone cottages and even a converted train carriage. SEE THE LIST
From music festivals to agriculture spectaculars, tourist season in South West Queensland is fast approaching. Whether you’re a local or travelling to the region, sort all the events by location, date and category.
CALL for an early end to the shark net trial as new data reveals the “terrible toll” on turtles, sharks and rays.
The last few votes have been tallied and now it’s time to reveal the winner! Find out which adorable pup has taken out the title and the top 5 finalists here.
The predicted influx of southern state residents to Queensland will tighten the stranglehold on the under-siege housing sector. Now mayors are united to head off the ‘national crisis’.
National Farmers’ Federation president Fiona Simson joins The Australian Ag Podcast to discuss reactions to net zero safeguards and more.
Residents across the Southern Downs are being urged to brace for potentially severe weather as thunderstorms continue to develop across the state.
A young gun entrepreneur is set to make her mark as the latest business owner to join the booming Parmalat precinct. Here’s everything you need to know before her grand opening.
More than a dozen members of the community have had their say on climate change and the environment, and they certainly didn’t hold back. Find out what people had to say here:
Stanthorpe again showed why the annual race day remains one of country racing’s best, with thousands of people rolling up for the five race meet. Check out the full gallery here:
Details of the serious allegations levelled against the prominent Warwick stock agent have been aired to a court for the first time.
Wild weather from heavy rainfall to damaging winds and hail has been forecast for residents from Warwick to the Granite Belt this week. Full forecast here:
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